Former Lions Player Still Working at Ford Field at Age 70
Detroit, MI – Decades after his playing days ended, a former Detroit Lions defensive back continues to walk the same field he once defended — this time, not as a player, but as part of the Ford Field maintenance staff.
Now 70 years old, he spends his mornings caring for the turf, cleaning the sidelines, and preparing the stadium for game day. For him, it’s more than a job — it’s a way to stay connected to the team and the city that shaped his life.
That man is John Bostic, a former Lions defensive back who played in the NFL from 1985 to 1987. During his three seasons with Detroit, Bostic appeared in
30 career games as a cornerback and backup safety, primarily contributing on special teams and in rotational coverage roles.
Although he never became a full-time starter, Bostic earned respect within the organization for his reliability and discipline. He represented the blue-collar mentality that defined Detroit during the mid-1980s — a team rebuilding its identity and relying on players willing to do the unseen work.
After his football career ended, Bostic chose to remain in Detroit, the city he had come to call home. Years later, he found himself returning to Ford Field — not to relive old memories, but to take care of the field that once carried his dreams.
“I used to run on this field for glory,” Bostic said quietly. “Now I take care of it for the next generation. It still feels like home.”
The Detroit Lions
of that era may not have been champions, but players like Bostic embodied the loyalty and humility that still define the franchise today.
Even now, as fans fill the stadium he helps maintain,
John Bostic’s quiet presence stands as a reminder that true devotion to the game doesn’t fade with time — because real Lions never stop working for Detroit.
Bills Legend Eric Moulds Sells Final Game-Worn Jersey to Support Teammate Battling Parkinson’s Disease
Buffalo, NY – November 1, 2025
In a gesture that’s brought a wave of emotion across Bills Mafia, legendary wide receiver Eric Moulds — the shining star of Buffalo’s offense through a difficult decade — has auctioned off the
game-worn jersey from his final season to support a former teammate now facing the hardest battle of his life.
For fans who remember the late ’90s and early 2000s, Moulds was the lone constant in an era of instability. Known for his precision routes, contested catches, and quiet leadership, he became the franchise’s beacon of hope through years of quarterback turnover. From 1996 to 2005, he posted
675 receptions, 9,096 yards, and 48 touchdowns, including a historic 100-catch season in 2002, earning three Pro Bowl selections and a permanent place among the Bills’ all-time greats.
That former teammate is Takeo Spikes, the relentless linebacker who commanded Buffalo’s defense with passion and authority. During his time with the team (2003–2005), Spikes recorded over 200 tackles
, earned two Pro Bowls and an All-Pro selection in 2003, and became known as the emotional core of the defense — the “defensive quarterback” who brought fire to every down.
💬 “We carried this team through the storms — him on defense, me on offense,” Moulds said quietly. “Now that he’s fighting something far tougher than any Sunday battle, I want this jersey to fight for him — the same way he fought for Buffalo.”
Spikes, beloved for his intensity and leadership, has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a neurological disorder that has gradually affected his movement and coordination. Despite the diagnosis, those close to him say his trademark energy and optimism haven’t faded — he continues to train, mentor young athletes, and advocate for player health awareness.
Moulds’ decision to sell his final jersey isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about brotherhood. The proceeds from the auction will go directly to the Bills Alumni Health & Wellness Fund
, supporting Spikes’ treatment and ongoing medical research into Parkinson’s and other neurodegenerative conditions among retired NFL players.
💬 “This jersey carried our pride, our pain, and our fight,” Moulds reflected.
