{"id":32766,"date":"2026-01-04T18:57:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T22:57:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/amon-ra-st-brown-breaks-michael-thomas-record-after-just-five-seasons-heres-what-happens-today-in-finale\/"},"modified":"2026-01-04T18:57:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T22:57:05","slug":"20246-amon-ra-st-brown-suiting-up-for-lions-vs-bears-finale-after-surpassing-michael-t","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/20246-amon-ra-st-brown-suiting-up-for-lions-vs-bears-finale-after-surpassing-michael-t\/","title":{"rendered":"Amon-Ra St. Brown breaks Michael Thomas record after just five seasons, here’s what happens today in finale"},"content":{"rendered":"

Amon-Ra St. Brown<\/b> will suit up for the Detroit Lions’ season finale against the Chicago Bears today with his place in NFL history already secured. The record-breaking wide receiver<\/b> shattered Michael Thomas’s 510-reception mark<\/b> in December and now eyes another milestone in this Week 18 matchup at Soldier Field.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • 524 total receptions<\/b> through his first five NFL seasons, most ever achieved<\/li>\n
  • 106 catches, 1,262 yards, 11 TDs<\/b> this season across 16 games played<\/li>\n
  • Set to become fourth straight year<\/b> with 100+ catches and 1,000+ yards<\/li>\n
  • Game kicks off today at 4:25 PM ET<\/b> at Soldier Field in Chicago<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Historic Record Achievement After Just Five Seasons<\/h2>\n

    St. Brown broke the longstanding NFL mark<\/b> during Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys in December. The fourth-round pick from 2021<\/b> reached the milestone catch far ahead of historical pace. His 511th reception<\/b> dethroned the previous record held by New Orleans Saints legend Michael Thomas<\/b>, who recorded 510 catches over his first five seasons.<\/p>\n

    What makes the achievement even more remarkable is that St. Brown reached 500 receptions in just 77 games<\/b>, the second-fewest in NFL history. The consistency and productivity displayed by the USC product<\/b> represents a generational talent at the wide receiver position.<\/p>\n

    2025 Season Dominance Despite Team Struggles<\/h2>\n

    St. Brown has delivered another elite campaign<\/b> individually even as the Lions face early playoff elimination. With 106 receptions for 1,262 receiving yards<\/b>, he’s on pace to complete his fourth consecutive 100-catch, 1,000-yard season<\/b>. This consistency ranks among the most impressive streaks in modern NFL history.<\/p>\n

    The star receiver has added 11 touchdown catches<\/b> this season, continuing his trend as one of the league’s most reliable targets. Jared Goff<\/b> has repeatedly relied on St. Brown as the primary option in the Lions passing attack.<\/p>\n

    Lions’ Season Finale Against AFC South Division Rival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Matchup Detail<\/td>\nInformation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Lions Record<\/td>\n8-8<\/b>, eliminated from playoffs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Bears Record<\/td>\n11-5<\/b>, clinched NFC North first place<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Game Time<\/td>\n4:25 PM ET<\/b> today, January 4, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Location<\/td>\nSoldier Field, Chicago, Illinois<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Network<\/td>\nFOX \/ 97.1 FM radio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    Detroit has already been mathematically eliminated<\/b> from playoff contention while Chicago has secured the division title<\/b> and earned the number one seed in the NFC North. Despite the lack of championship implications for the Lions, St. Brown figures to remain active<\/b> and available for this season finale.<\/p>\n

    The wide receiver was initially listed as questionable<\/b> heading into today’s game but was left off the inactives report<\/b>, signaling his availability. This marks an important opportunity for him to add to his legendary first five seasons.<\/p>\n

    Legacy Among NFL’s Greatest Receivers in First Five Seasons<\/h2>\n

    St. Brown’s 524 receptions stand alone<\/b> after surpassing Michael Thomas’s 510<\/b>. The Lions star also ranks among the most decorated young receivers ever. He’s been named First Team All-Pro twice<\/b> and earned three Pro Bowl selections<\/b> in just his first five professional seasons.<\/p>\n

    When asked about breaking the record in December, St. Brown remained humble but focused<\/b>. He credited his teammates, coach Dan Campbell<\/b>, and quarterback Jared Goff<\/b> for his success. The receiver stated he felt like he was “not done yet”<\/b> and that team goals remained bigger than individual accolades.<\/p>\n

    \n“To me, it’s humbling. I couldn’t do it without the guys around, my teammates, Jared, coach Campbell. The coaches, this whole building\u2014I’m just honored to be in the position that I am.”\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 Amon-Ra St. Brown<\/b>, Detroit Lions Wide Receiver<\/p>\n

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    Watch: St. Brown’s Best Catches Against Bears<\/h3>\n