Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory

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4 months ago

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory

DETROIT — Jared Goff threw two touchdown passes to Sam LaPorta, Jake Bates made three field goals in the first half and the Detroit Lions held off the Chicago Bears 23-20 on Thursday to extend their winning streak to 10 games. Caleb Williams threw an incomplete pass as time expired from the Detroit 41 after being sacked with about 30 seconds left, allowing time to run off the clock even though Chicago had one more timeout. Detroit opened the game with four straight scoring drives, going ahead 16-0 on Goff’s 3-yard touchdown pass to LaPorta in the second quarter and Bates’ field goals. Lions: DE Josh Paschal, DL Levi Onwuzurike and DL Mekhi Wingo where hurt during the game, potentially more blows to a position hit hard by injuries, including Aidan Hutchinson’s broken leg.. Lions PR/WR Kalif Raymond was put on injured reserve Wednesday and was replaced by Maurice Alexander, who was signed from the practice squad.. CB Carlton Davis and OT Taylor Decker were inactive.

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2 months, 1 week ago

Brutal moment Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff crushed after throwing a pick six vs Commanders

Daily Mail

Lions quarterback Jared Goff was rocked by a Commanders defender on Saturday night after throwing a pivotal pick-six in the first half. Goff was picked off by Quan Martin before the defensive back returned the interception 40 yards for a touchdown, and the quarterback was crushed in the upper chest by Washington's Frankie Luvu as he tried to chase down …

2 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels, Commanders stun Lions to earn first NFC championship trip in 33 years: Key takeaways

New York Times

In one of the most shocking NFL playoff upsets in recent memory, rookie sensation Jayden Daniels and the sixth-seeded Washington Commanders knocked off the NFC’s No. Daniels and the Commanders walked into the Lions’ den facing long odds against a high-scoring team that lost two games at Ford Field in 2024. By extending their best season since winning the Super …

2 months, 1 week ago

What’s next for Lions after dream season ends with one-and-done playoff exit? Key takeaways

New York Times

With 24 seconds left in a game already out of reach, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw his third interception. For a Lions team whose offense — arguably the best in the NFL — propelled it to the NFC’s No. The Lions gave up the third-most yards they had all season to the Commanders, who took advantage of nearly all …

2 months, 1 week ago

Lions host Commanders on Saturday night as NFC’s top-seeded team for 1st time in franchise history

Associated Press

Washington at Detroit Saturday, 8 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM odds: Lions by 9 1/2 Series record: Washington leads 31-16, including a 3-0 record in playoff games at home. Commanders RBs Brian Robinson, Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols and Chris Rodriguez have combined to run 85 times for 190 yards over the past five games, an average of 2.24 yards a carry.. …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions’ investments in running game paying off for top-seeded team opening playoffs with Commanders

Associated Press

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions were built to run. And when it’s time to make hits, we’re going to make them pay.” Washington ranked 30th in the 32-team league against the run during the regular season, giving up 137.5 yards rushing per game. “He’s a generational talent.” In his sixth season, Montgomery had 775 yards rushing and 12 …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions winning in ways they haven't in Super Bowl era after franchise finally found the right leaders

Associated Press

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Sheila Ford Hamp stepped up to support general manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell when the Detroit Lions were 4-18-1 under their leadership. In Hamp’s first year as team owner, she gave Holmes his first chance to run an NFL front office and Campbell his first opportunity to be a full-time head coach. AP AUDIO: …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions celebrate regular-season milestones, rest up for the NFC playoffs

Associated Press

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions and their ear-ringing fans celebrated a feat that the franchise pulled off for the first time. “We’re proud to be 15-2, NFC North division champs — back to back, one seed, bye week — all that stuff. 2 is next.” The Lions, who won consecutive division titles for the first time, will host the lowest-seed …

Lions beat Vikings 31-9, win NFC North and No. 1 seed, dropping division rivals to No. 5

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions beat Vikings 31-9, win NFC North and No. 1 seed, dropping division rivals to No. 5

Associated Press

DETROIT — Jahmyr Gibbs scored three of his franchise-record tying four touchdowns in the second half, and the Detroit Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 31-9 on Sunday night to win their second straight NFC North title and earn home-field advantage until the Super Bowl. Detroit will have a much-needed bye for its banged-up team during the first week of the …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bucs come back vs. Saints to win NFC South; Mike Evans makes history: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Mike Jones, Larry Holder and Cale Clinton The Tampa Bay Buccaneers clawed back to a 27-19 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday to clinch their fourth straight NFC South title. Tampa Bay actively worked to get Evans the milestone, as with 35 seconds remaining, Tampa Bay received the ball back with the game in hand and Evans …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions host Vikings on Sunday night, winner earns No. 1 seed in NFC and loser falls to No. 5 seed

Associated Press

Minnesota at Detroit Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Lions by 3 Against the spread: Vikings 11-4-1; Lions 11-5 Series record: Vikings lead 80-44-2 Last meeting: Lions beat Vikings 31-29 on Oct. 20 in Minneapolis. Edge rusher Patrick Jones hurt his knee on a low block last week, but the injury wasn’t serious and he’ll have an opportunity …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions and Vikings wrap up NFL’s regular season by playing for top seed in NFC

Associated Press

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings will wrap up the NFL’s regular season with an unprecedented matchup and much at stake Sunday night. He went 21-35 as a starter in six seasons with the Jets, Carolina and San Francisco, Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn said Darnold’s renaissance is reminiscent of Baker Mayfield’s resurrected career in Tampa Bay. “Sometimes, …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

After topping 49ers, Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game to close regular season

Associated Press

The Detroit Lions have a short week to prepare for a pivotal matchup against Minnesota, and they will not complain about that fact. “You couldn’t write a better scenario,” Detroit coach Dan Campbell said after a 40-34 win at San Francisco on Monday night. “You find me a quarterback that’s playing better than him in this league right now.” Goff …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Lions beat the 49ers 40-34 in a tune-up for Week 18 division showdown

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The big prizes for the Detroit Lions remain on the horizon, with the team seeking a division title, the top seed in the NFC playoffs and the franchise’s first Super Bowl trip. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and the Lions tuned up for their Week 18 division showdown against Minnesota by beating the 49ers 40-34 …

3 months ago

Today in Sports - Detroit Lions lose to Green Bay Packers, making them the first team to go 0-16

Associated Press

Dec. 28 1944 — Maurice Richard has five goals and three assists to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 9-1 rout of the Detroit Red Wings. 1952 — Doak Walker’s 67-yard third-quarter touchdown run leads the Detroit Lions to a 17-7 victory over the Cleveland Browns for the NFL championship. He gained 114 yards on 27 carries in Baltimore’s 13-10 …

Lions head into NFC title game rematch vs. 49ers seeking top seed more than revenge

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3 months ago

Lions head into NFC title game rematch vs. 49ers seeking top seed more than revenge

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Dan Campbell stood at the podium after Detroit blew a 17-point lead to San Francisco in last season’s NFC title game and talked about how that might have been the Lions’ only shot at reaching the Super Bowl. But this is where we’re at in the season, we know that we need another win, we understand …

3 months ago

Aiming for top seed, Lions play 49ers on road before closing regular season at home against Vikings

Associated Press

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions watched Washington beat Philadelphia on the way home following a bounce-back win at Chicago that helped them keep pace with Minnesota in the race for the NFC North title and top seeding in the conference. Detroit plays slumping San Francisco on the road next Monday night, a rematch of the NFC championship game …

3 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Jared Goff threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions remained on top of the NFC with their franchise-record 13th win, 34-17 over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Jameson Williams had a career-high 143 yards receiving on five catches, including an 82-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two …

3 months, 1 week ago

Lions look to pick themselves up against struggling Bears after getting ‘popped in the mouth’

Associated Press

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Already banged up, the Detroit Lions were beaten, too, last week. The Lions lost some more key players, adding running back David Montgomery, defensive tackle Alim McNeill, cornerback Carlton Davis and special teams ace Khalil Dorsey to a lengthy injury list. They haven’t lost consecutive games since dropping five in a row early in the 2022 …

3 months, 1 week ago

Lions look to bounce back against struggling Bears after having 11-game win streak snapped

Associated Press

Detroit at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 7½. Key injuries The Lions had a league-high 18 players on injured reserve before former Bears RB Montgomery, DT Alim McNeill, CB Carlton Davis and special teams ace Khalil Dorsey suffered serious injuries against Buffalo.. Bears S Jaquan Brisker has missed the past nine games.. RB Roschon …

3 months, 1 week ago

The Sports Report: USC men have found their groove and get another win

LA Times

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. “We’re starting to click.” After the Trojans shot a stellar 57% from the field in wins over Washington and Montana State, USC’s newfound firepower manifested primarily beyond the three-point line Wednesday. They got rid of the suspension and they got to lower down the fine a little bit, which was good.” Continue reading here …

3 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen puts an end to Detroit Lions winning streak

The Independent

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Allen throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 scores to lift Bills to 48-42 win that snaps Lions' streak

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3 months, 1 week ago

Allen throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 scores to lift Bills to 48-42 win that snaps Lions' streak

Hindustan Times

DETROIT — Josh Allen ran for two scores in the first quarter and threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 48-42 victory Sunday that snapped the Detroit Lions ' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. Buffalo coach Sean McDermott chose to go for it on fourth-and-2 from his 49 on the ensuing possession and Allen …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions’ winning streak

Associated Press

DETROIT — Josh Allen took a shotgun snap, moved up in the pocket and backed up, rolled left and threw right. Allen ran for two scores in the first quarter and threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 48-42 victory Sunday that snapped the Detroit Lions ' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. “That’s how …

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Joshua Karty kicked four field goals and the Los Angeles Rams survived a slugfest a week after winning a shootout, beating the San Francisco 49ers 12-6 on Thursday night in a key game in the NFC West race. Four days after beating Josh Allen and Buffalo 44-42 in the NFL’s highest-scoring game of the season, the …

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender

Associated Press

DETROIT — The NFC-leading Detroit Lions are playing the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills in a marquee, late-season matchup that might be a Super Bowl preview. “There’s no place you’d rather be than playing this type of football, this type of team, in December,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “You saw a team that’s fighting for their lives to try to …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions aim to extend franchise-record winning streak to 12 against AFC East champion Bills

Associated Press

Buffalo at Detroit Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 2 1/2. In Detroit’s past five home games, Goff has thrown 14 TDs and only one INT since throwing two INTs without a TD in the team’s only loss to Tampa Bay in Week 2. His six catches on 14 targets were his most since joining the …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Rams get the job done in gritty win over 49ers

LA Times

Rams running back Kyren Williams celebrates during a 12-6 win over the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on Thursday night. Continue reading here Rams-49ers box score NFL standings ALSO: Rams’ grind-out win over 49ers is a step forward Enjoying this newsletter? Continue reading here KINGS From the Associated Press: Jack Hughes scored the go-ahead goal and …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs

Associated Press

DETROIT — For most of a century, the Detroit Lions making the playoffs was a banner day. A week after a Thanksgiving win over the Chicago Bears, the Lions beat Green Bay 34-31 to move to 12-1 and clinch a second straight postseason berth — the first time they’ve done that since going three years in a row from 1993-95. …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win

The Independent

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 6 - Dec. 12

Associated Press

Dec. 10 1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game by beating the New York Giants 27-0. 1994 — Art Monk sets an NFL record for consecutive games with a reception on New York’s first play in the Jets’ 18-7 loss to the Detroit Lions. 2006 — LaDainian Tomlinson breaks Shaun Alexander’s NFL …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

4 months ago

Banged-up Lions edge Bears to earn elusive happy Thanksgiving: ‘We’ll take any win we can’

New York Times

DETROIT — Dan Campbell admittedly wanted this one for more than just the win-loss column. “We’re trying to win a football game,” said Williams, who apologized in front of the team in the locker room. “Things like that can’t happen.” “We didn’t exhibit our best brand of ball, and we know that,” running back David Montgomery said. We’ll take any …

4 months ago

Lions hold off Bears in wild ending for first Thanksgiving win in 8 years: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Colton Pouncy, Adam Jahns, Kevin Fishbain and RJ Kraft The Chicago Bears fired head coach Matt Eberflus on Nov. 29. The Lions had to hold off a furious second-half charge by Chicago’s Caleb Williams and benefitted from questionable clock management to nab a 10th straight victory with a 23-20 win over the Bears. Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw two …

4 months ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving

Associated Press

DETROIT — Dan Campbell hopes to be happy on Thanksgiving for the first time in four years. You want to win this game and be able to enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with your family and it’ll be my first time experiencing that here and I want to do that.” Caleb’s comfort Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who was taken No. 1 …

4 months ago

NFC-leading Lions host Bears on Thanksgiving, trying to stop 7-game losing streak on the holiday

Associated Press

Chicago at Detroit Thursday, 12:30 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 10 1/2. Key injuries Bears G Ryan Bates and DB Elijah Hicks were ruled out after both players missed last week’s game.. Lions PR/WR Kalif Raymond was put on injured reserve Wednesday, when the team ruled out CB Carlton Davis and OT Taylor Decker against Chicago.. Montgomery …

4 months ago

Lions rush for 3 scores and use stingy defense to beat Colts 24-6 for 9th straight win

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions spent three months scoring at a historic rate. Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for two scores, David Montgomery added a third TD run and Detroit’s increasingly stingy defense kept the Indianapolis Colts out of the end zone on Sunday, leading the Lions to their ninth straight win, 24-6. Gibbs’ 1-yard TD run on the …

4 months, 1 week ago

Anthony Richardson tries to take another big step by helping Colts navigate matchup with Lions

Associated Press

Detroit at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 7 1/2. These teams were part of two joint practices in suburban Indy in August 2022.. Jim Caldwell served as a head coach for both franchises and led the Colts to the Super Bowl following the 2009 season and was fired by the Lions after going 9-7 …

4 months, 1 week ago

Lions haven’t taken any opponent lightly on the way to 9-1 record

Associated Press

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions were on the verge of their first Super Bowl appearance, but couldn’t finish off the San Francisco 49ers in last season’s NFC championship game. Defensively, they held Jacksonville to two field goals and 170 yards of offense — their 475-yard advantage was the NFL’s biggest margin since 1979. “When you score seven touchdowns and hold …

4 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars

Associated Press

DETROIT — Jared Goff stood on the sideline wearing a baseball cap in the fourth quarter while his teammates finished off another rout. Goff threw two of his four touchdown passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for three rushing TDs and the Detroit Lions beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6 on Sunday. “It’s a good problem …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars

Associated Press

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are off to their best start in seven decades thanks in part to the play of Jared Goff. That’s the way we’re built.” The Lions became the first team since 1970 to win after trailing by at least 15 points and throwing five interceptions. Streaking St. Brown Detroit’s offense was sluggish in its first two …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Texans set franchise record with 5 interceptions but can’t hold on in 26-23 loss to Lions

Associated Press

HOUSTON — The Houston Texans set a franchise record by intercepting Detroit’s Jared Goff a career-high five times Sunday night. “We didn’t make the plays to win the game … to win games guys have to step up and make plays and that’s not happening,” coach DeMeco Ryans said. When the defense is getting turnovers like they did, we’ve got …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jake Bates makes 52-yarder as time expires, Lions overcome Jared Goff’s 5 INTs to beat Texans 26-23

Associated Press

HOUSTON — Nothing was going right for Detroit’s Jared Goff on Sunday night against the Houston Texans. They just wouldn’t go away.” Detroit trailed 23-7 at halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first two quarters. “These weren’t ill-advised throws, it just wasn’t our day.” Rookie Kamari Lassiter led the Texans with two interceptions as they set a franchise …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions

CNN

CNN — Despite throwing a career-high five interceptions, Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions to a come-from-behind 26-23 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football at NRG Stadium. The Lions trailed 23-7 heading into halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first half. Detroit rattled off 16 unanswered points to tie the game with just over five …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams vs. Miami Dolphins: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times

The Rams, coming off an overtime victory over the Seattle Seahawks, aim to increase their winning streak to four games. Quarterback Matthew Stafford has passed for six touchdowns in the last two games, including the game-winner to receiver Demarcus Robinson at Seattle. Monday night’s game could mark the return of interior offensive linemen Jonah Jackson and Steve Avila, who have …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Goff and Lions bring a 6-game winning streak into their prime-time matchup with Stroud and Texans

Associated Press

HOUSTON — Jared Goff is aware that many around the NFL are high on the Detroit Lions as they bring a six-game winning streak into Sunday’s prime-time matchup with the Houston Texans. His return would certainly help take some of the pressure off Stroud after he relied almost entirely on Tank Dell last week in the first game since Stefon …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions Looking Like Contender as Expected, Leaning on Jared Goff's Arm, Run Game and Playmaking DBs

Associated Press

The Detroit Lions are looking like a Super Bowl contender, with their offense performing well and their defense holding their own against tough opponents. Despite missing key players, the team has shown resilience and adaptability, with Jared Goff leading the offense to new heights. The defense, led by Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch, has been a force, and the team's …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press

The Detroit Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers 24-14 in a thrilling game that saw both teams battle it out in the second half. Kerby Joseph's pick-6 proved to be a game-changing moment, securing the Lions' first win in over 60 years. The Lions dominated the first half, scoring two touchdowns and holding the lead throughout the second quarter. Despite …

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

Associated Press

The NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions is set to take place this Sunday. The Lions have a high-powered offense, while the Packers specialize in taking the ball away. The game is expected to be a high-scoring contest, as both teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. Detroit has been a dominant force …

4 months, 4 weeks ago

Murray's Passing Domination Fuels Cardinals' Comeback Against Bears

Associated Press

The Chicago Bears and Arizona Cardinals are locked in a thrilling battle for first place in the NFC North. The Bears hold a slight edge after a hard-fought 4-3 victory in Chicago. Montez Sweat, Braxton Jones, and Bill Murray left their mark for the Bears, while Kyler Murray continues to impress for the Cardinals. The Bears' offense shines with Caleb …

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