“I prefer the old jersey,” says a Detroit Lions player, rejecting the new jersey request in favor of the old one.

Detroit Lions players react to the new uniform unveiling.

On Thursday night, social media was abuzz with reactions to the Detroit Lions’ 2024 uniform announcement. The event at Ford Field was well-produced, and the uniforms received favorable feedback. While the return of the black uniforms was undoubtedly a highlight of the night, the changes to Detroit’s white and blue jerseys were also favorably received.

But don’t simply take my word for it. Check out the Lions players’ comments on social media from Thursday night.

Aidan Hutchinson captioned a set of images from an earlier shoot on Instagram: “Not the same old London uniforms.”

Amon-Ra St. Brown did something similar, but his caption may have been the best reaction of the night: “all black like a funeral. get used to it”

David Montgomery was urging fans to get his jersey while supplies last.

Ifeatu Melifonwu went the emoji route with a ninja and a set of eyes:

While newcomer Amik Robertson seemed to be pretty darn happy with the alternate uniforms:

Moving over to Twitter, Kerby Joseph, who sported the black uniforms live at Ford Field on Thursday night, said he was feeling extra amped with those on.