Former Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson recently offered some candid remarks about his time in the City of Brotherly Love, and let's just say, it doesn't sound like he'll be sending a postcard anytime soon. During a live stream, a fan paid him five dollars to dish on his Philly experience, and Gardner-Johnson didn't hold back, calling the city's residents "obnoxious." His one redeeming quality of Philadelphia? The weather.

This outburst might stem from a previous incident where Gardner-Johnson reported his car being stolen after the Eagles' playoff victory against the New York Giants in January. "Wow. Wow, that’s how y’all gettin down in Philly?" he remarked at the time.

Despite a successful season with the Eagles, culminating in a Super Bowl appearance and leading the NFL with six interceptions, Gardner-Johnson signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the Detroit Lions in the offseason. This move raises questions. Was his departure solely due to his apparent dislike for the city, or were there other factors at play?

The Lions, who struggled defensively last season, are hoping Gardner-Johnson can bolster their secondary. With an improved offense and playoff aspirations, the Lions are betting on Gardner-Johnson's talent to help them reach new heights. They finished last season strong with an 8-2 record in their final ten games, narrowly missing the playoffs. The team is looking to build on that momentum and secure their first NFC North title and playoff berth since 2016.

Gardner-Johnson's arrival could be a key piece of the puzzle for the Lions, but his comments about Philadelphia certainly add an intriguing layer to his transition. Only time will tell if his time in Detroit will be more to his liking.