Thanksgiving Thriller: Lions Snap Skid, Defeat Bears 23-20″
NFL Roundup: Lions End Thanksgiving Skid, Improve to 11-1
The Detroit Lions have finally broken their Thanksgiving curse, defeating the Chicago Bears 23-20 to improve their record to 11-1. Jared Goff led the charge, throwing two touchdown passes to Sam LaPorta, while Caleb Williams put up a valiant effort for the Bears, throwing for 256 yards and three touchdowns.
The Lions’ victory marked their 10th straight win and snapped a seven-game Thanksgiving losing streak. They’re now riding high with the best record in the NFC.
“We’re thrilled to get this win, especially on Thanksgiving,” said Lions head coach Dan Campbell. “Our guys have been working hard, and it’s great to see them rewarded with a big win.”
Goff’s Performance
Goff was the star of the show for the Lions, throwing for 302 yards and two touchdowns. He also added 12 rushing yards, including a crucial 5-yard run on third-and-4 in the fourth quarter.
Goff’s favorite target was LaPorta, who hauled in seven catches for 104 yards and two touchdowns. The rookie tight end has been a revelation for the Lions this season, and his chemistry with Goff is growing by the week.
Bears’ Effort
The Bears, meanwhile, put up a valiant effort despite being without their starting quarterback, Justin Fields. Williams, the rookie quarterback, showed flashes of brilliance, throwing for 256 yards and three touchdowns.
However, the Bears’ defense was unable to contain the Lions’ offense, particularly in the second half. The Lions scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to seal the win.
Cowboys Take Down Giants
In other Thanksgiving Day action, the Dallas Cowboys took down the New York Giants 27-20. Rico Dowdle ran for 112 yards and a touchdown, while Dak Prescott threw for 261 yards and two touchdowns.
The Cowboys’ defense also came up big, sacking Giants quarterback Drew Lock six times. The win improved the Cowboys’ record to 9-3, while the Giants fell to 7-5.
Other NFL Action
In other NFL action, the Buffalo Bills took down the New England Patriots 24-10, while the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 27-24.
The Bills’ win improved their record to 10-2, while the Patriots fell to 6-6. The Chiefs’ victory, meanwhile, improved their record to 9-3, while the Chargers fell to 7-5.
NFL Standings
Here are the current NFL standings:
AFC East:
– Buffalo Bills (10-2)
– New England Patriots (6-6)
– Miami Dolphins (6-6)
– New York Jets (4-8)
AFC North:
– Baltimore Ravens (9-3)
– Cincinnati Bengals (8-4)
– Pittsburgh Steelers (6-6)
– Cleveland Browns (4-8)
AFC South:
– Tennessee Titans (8-4)
– Indianapolis Colts (7-5)
– Jacksonville Jaguars (6-6)
– Houston Texans (3-9)
AFC West:
– Kansas City Chiefs (9-3)
– Los Angeles Chargers (7-5)
– Las Vegas Raiders (6-6)
– Denver Broncos (4-8)
NFC East:
– Dallas Cowboys (9-3)
– Philadelphia Eagles (8-4)
– New York Giants (7-5)
– Washington Commanders (5-7)
NFC North:
– Detroit Lions (11-1)
– Green Bay Packers (8-4)
– Minnesota Vikings (7-5)
– Chicago Bears (4-8)
NFC South:
– Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-3)
– Atlanta Falcons (7-5)
– New Orleans Saints (6-6)
– Carolina Panthers (4-8)
NFC West:
– San Francisco 49ers (10-2)
– Seattle Seahawks (8-4)
– Los Angeles Rams (6-6)
– Arizona Cardinals (4-8)
Conclusion
The Detroit Lions’ victory over the Chicago Bears marked a significant milestone for the franchise. The Lions’ 11-1 record is their best start to a season in over 60 years, and they’re looking like strong contenders for the NFC Championship.
The NFL season is heating up, with several teams vying for playoff spots. The Lions, Cowboys, Bills, and Chiefs are all looking strong, but there are still several weeks left to play.
Stay tuned for more NFL action, analysis, and news!
Sources:-
NFL official website
– ESPN
– Fox Sports
– CBS Sports
