The WCF on the Detroit Lions’ jerseys stands for William Clay Ford Sr. , the team’s former owner. It’s a tribute patch honoring him after his death in 2014, and it became a permanent part of the uniforms later on.

Quick Scoop

  • Who it honors: William Clay Ford Sr.
  • Why it’s there: A memorial tribute from the Lions organization
  • Since when: First shown in 2014, then made permanent in 2017
  • Where you’ll see it: On the left sleeve of the jersey

If you want, I can also explain who William Clay Ford Sr. was and why he mattered to the franchise.