[5][6] Wood has refused to give up the Detroit Lions's traditional Thanksgiving game despite pressure from other NFL teams.
In February 2017, Wood unveiled plans for the first major renovation to the Detroit Lions’ home stadium, Ford Field, since it opened in 2002.
The $100 million investment incorporated a complete overhaul of the audio and visual experience that features new videoboards as well as a new state-of-the-art sound system.
[8] The stadium’s premium spaces also received a complete makeover with expanded offerings to fans.
Wood has also discussed adding a retractable roof to the field to attract MLS teams to play there.