The Detroit Lions beat Seattle Seahawks 42-29, handing them their first loss of the season in an intense Monday night matchup at Ford Field. Detroit’s offense delivered an explosive performance, with three rushing touchdowns and three passing touchdowns. A 70-yard touchdown pass from Jared Goff to Jameson Williams sealed the Seahawks’ fate, ending their perfect 3-0 start.
Key Highlights from the Game:
- Detroit Lions (3-1): The Lions secured their first regular season win against the Seahawks since 2012, breaking a five-game losing streak. With 100 former Lions players in attendance, including Calvin Johnson’s induction into the Pride of the Lions, it was a memorable homecoming.
- Quarterback Performance: Jared Goff was flawless, completing all 18 of his passes for 292 yards. He bounced back after throwing four interceptions in the previous games, showing no signs of error against the Seahawks’ defense.
- Offensive Line Stepping Up: Despite the absence of Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow, the Lions’ offensive line excelled. Graham Glasgow shifted to center, and Kayode Awosika stepped in at left guard. Their protection helped running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery score three rushing touchdowns in the first half.
- Goff and St. Brown Duo: Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown made history as one of the few quarterback-receiver duos to score both a passing and receiving touchdown in the same game.
Seattle Seahawks Struggle:
- Tough Loss for Seahawks (3-1): Missing key defensive players and facing a fierce Lions offense, the Seahawks couldn’t maintain their winning streak. Despite Geno Smith’s impressive performance with 395 passing yards and one touchdown, Seattle’s defense struggled to stop the Lions’ powerful plays.
- Critical Mistake: DK Metcalf’s fumble late in the first quarter shifted momentum, turning what could have been a tied game into a 14-0 deficit. Despite his 104 receiving yards, Metcalf’s fumble was costly.
- Silver Lining: Kenneth Walker III’s return to the lineup was a bright spot for Seattle. He rushed for 80 yards and scored three touchdowns, reminding everyone of his impact after missing two games.
The Seahawks face a tough stretch of games, needing to regroup quickly as they prepare for the New York Giants next.