Detroit — This was a fiercely fought game destined to come down to one play, and considering the pedigrees of the teams, it was surprising, even mesmerizing. And ultimately for the Lions, agonizing. No matter how many plays you make in an NFL game, it doesn’t matter unless you make the last one, a truism
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Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett grades the Detroit Lions in their 28-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field on Thursday: Quarterback Jared Goff played one of his best games of the season Thursday, completing 23 of 37 passes for 240 yards and two touchdowns, but he missed a key fourth-and-1 throw late
Detroit — Taylor Decker is the longest-tenured Detroit Lions player. After a crushing Thanksgiving Day loss in which many fans have been quick to point out just how much these Lions still feel like those Lions, you’ll have to pardon his French. “This isn’t the f—— same old Lions,” Decker said following the 28-25 loss
Detroit — Justin Rogers grades the Detroit Lions’ performance in their 28-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Quarterbacks People are going to fixated on Goff’s final throw. Whether you want to classify it as a miscommunication or an underthrown ball, the incompletion left enough time on the clock for the Bills to get into position
Detroit — In front of one of the biggest crowds to ever witness a football game at Ford Field, the Detroit Lions went toe-to-toe with a Super Bowl contender, but it was the Buffalo Bills who scored the knockout blow in the closing moments of the final round. Showcasing the same quick-strike ability he did
The referees in the Buffalo Bills-Detroit Lions game on Thanksgiving may have missed a facemask penalty. The Detroit Lions haven’t won on Thanksgiving since they defeated the Minnesota Vikings back in 2016. They were oh-so close to forcing overtime against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, but they watched as kicker Tyler Bass snuck in a
There are no morale victories in the NFL, not when so many livelihoods ride on the outcomes of games. But something felt different about the Detroit Lions’ 28-25 Thanksgiving loss to the Buffalo Bills on Thursday. Josh Allen led the game-winning field goal drive with 23 seconds to play. Jared Goff missed an important third-down
Josh Allen made a play. Heck, he made a few of them, as he should, considering he’s one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Sometimes, the other guy is just good, and that’s the difference, and, ultimately, why the Buffalo Bills beat the Detroit Lions on Thursday, 28-25 — a little too much Allen.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – NOVEMBER 24: Stefon Diggs #14, Tyler Bass #2 and Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills celebrate on the field after defeating the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on November 24, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images) The Detroit Lions lost another Thanksgiving Day contest against the Buffalo Bills.
The Detroit Lions looked like they were playing for a tie. Josh Allen had other ideas. Allen, the Buffalo Bills superstar quarterback, drove the Bills 48 yards in three plays to set up Tyler Bass’ 45-yard game-winning field goal with 2 seconds left as the Bills snapped the Lions’ three-game winning streak with a thrilling
Josh Allen made a play. Heck, he made a few of them, as he should considering he’s one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Sometimes the other guy is just good, and that’s the difference, and ultimately why the Buffalo Bills beat the Detroit Lions on Thursday, 28-25 — a little too much Allen.
Detroit — In front of one of the biggest crowds to ever witness a football game at Ford Field, the Detroit Lions went toe-to-toe with a Super Bowl contender, but it was the Buffalo Bills who scored the knocked blow in the closing moments of the final round. Reminiscent of last year’s playoff game against
The Buffalo Bills suffered a scare against the Detroit Lions, but were able to pull out the 28-25 victory on Thanksgiving. In the NFL, the Detroit Lions playing on Thanksgiving is an annual tradition. Sadly for Lions fans, that also means a Thanksgiving Day loss. But, the Lions gave the team a lot to be
Free Press columnist Carlos Monarrez tackles the tough questions after the Detroit Lions‘ 28-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Thursday at Ford Field: What does this performance say about the Lions’ potential this season? It says one thing very clearly: They have realistic playoff potential. I hate even typing that because the math doesn’t
Detroit — Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News offers his observations after the first half of the Lions game against the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field in Detroit. Sufficient stopgaps The Lions had a tall order ahead of them, entering this game without starting left guard Jonah Jackson (concussion protocol) and right guard Evan Brown
Allen Park — Four years ago, the Sunday before Thanksgiving was just another mile marker on an endless highway of dessert. But this past Sunday, Dan Skipper’s work day ended with the National Football League’s leader in rushing touchdowns stopping his postgame press conference to shout him out. “Hi, Skippy. Love you, man. That guy
Only here would a 4-6 NFL team stir its fan base the way the Detroit Lions are stirring theirs this week. Only here would a three-game winning streak feel like a parade. No, not that parade. A Super Bowl parade, not that anyone around here knows what that feels like. For now, a Thanksgiving parade
The Detroit Lions have won three consecutive games for the first time since 2017. After a 1-6 start in which there was talk of firing Dan Campbell, they’re now 4-6 and those people are awfully quiet. We’ve gone from talking about another top 3 pick to potentially talking playoffs. Here are five things to watch
The NFL is holding its annual Thanksgiving football game with three great matchups for fans to look forward to throughout the day on Thursday. Every year, many fans look forward to the NFL Thanksgiving Day games as an extra exciting way to spend the holiday, especially if their team is playing. This Thanksgiving, the NFL
Free Press sports writers give their predictions for the Detroit Lions‘ Thanksgiving Day game against the Buffalo Bills (12:30 p.m., CBS): Dave Birkett The Lions are riding their first three-game winning streak since 2017, and Dan Campbell said he expects an “electric” atmosphere at Ford Field. The Lions can stamp themselves as legitimate playoff contenders