New York
Jets
0-2
21
FINAL
43
Detroit
Lions
1-1
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a commanding performance, the Detroit Lions topped the New York Jets 43-21 in Week 3 of the 2026 season, showcasing their offensive prowess and solidifying their position in the league. The victory not only boosts the Lions' confidence but also sends a message to their rivals about their playoff intentions.
Jared Goff led the charge for Detroit, racking up 298 passing yards and throwing three touchdown passes, demonstrating his ability to find receivers downfield. Jahmyr Gibbs contributed significantly on the ground, rushing for 109 yards, while Jameson Williams was a standout in the passing game, amassing an impressive 156 receiving yards. Together, they formed a dynamic trio that kept the Jets' defense on its heels throughout the contest.
Defensively, the Lions made their presence felt with key plays that turned the tide in their favor. Derrick Moore recorded two sacks, pressuring the Jets' quarterback and disrupting their rhythm, while Jack Campbell's interception showcased the secondary's ability to capitalize on mistakes. The pivotal moment came when Campbell picked off a pass in the red zone, halting a Jets drive and allowing the Lions to extend their lead, ultimately sealing a decisive win.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jared Goff | QB | 37 | 22 | 298 | 3 | 0 | 112.2 |
| Cade Klubnik | QB | 36 | 18 | 201 | 1 | 1 | 64.6 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 17 | 109 | 6.4 | 1 | 28 | 0 |
| Breece Hall | HB | 11 | 92 | 8.4 | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| Cade Klubnik | QB | 5 | 23 | 4.6 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Braelon Allen | HB | 5 | 19 | 3.8 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Jameson Williams | WR | 3 | 8 | 2.7 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Isiah Pacheco | HB | 2 | 6 | 3.0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Jared Goff | QB | 3 | 5 | 1.7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Tyler Conklin | TE | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Sam LaPorta | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Adonai Mitchell | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jameson Williams | WR | 10 | 156 | 15.6 | 1 | 28 | 0 |
| Kendrick Law | WR | 1 | 69 | 69.0 | 1 | 69 | 0 |
| Sam LaPorta | TE | 4 | 56 | 14.0 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| Garrett Wilson | WR | 5 | 56 | 11.2 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| Breece Hall | HB | 3 | 49 | 16.3 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| Adonai Mitchell | WR | 3 | 41 | 13.7 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| Kenyon Sadiq | TE | 3 | 28 | 9.3 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Omar Cooper Jr. | WR | 4 | 27 | 6.8 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Isaac TeSlaa | WR | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| Mason Taylor | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | 1 | -1 | -1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Isiah Pacheco | HB | 2 | -1 | -0.5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 2 | -1 | -0.5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azareye'h Thomas | CB | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Thomas Harper | FS | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Minkah Fitzpatrick | SS | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Derrick Moore | REDG | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyler Baron | REDG | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VJ Payne | SS | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D'Angelo Ponds | CB | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Demario Davis | MIKE | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aidan Hutchinson | LEDG | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kenny Moore II | CB | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack Campbell | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mykal Walker | WILL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jimmy Rolder | WILL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Damone Clark | MIKE | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerby Joseph | FS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jarvis Brownlee Jr | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alim McNeill | DT | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D.J. Reed | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jamien Sherwood | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Izien | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| David Bailey | REDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stephen Griffin | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Keith Abney II | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyleik Williams | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Roger McCreary | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Joseph Ossai | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malachi Moore | FS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Sanders | K | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Jake Bates | K | 3 | 3 | 4 | 44 |

