Detroit
Lions
1-1
62
FINAL
31
Minnesota
Vikings
0-2
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 5d ago
In a commanding performance, the Detroit Lions defeated the Minnesota Vikings 62-31 in Week 3 of the 2028 season. With this victory, the Lions continue to establish themselves as a formidable force in the league, showcasing their offensive prowess and improving their record early in the season. Jalen Milroe was the star of the show for Detroit, throwing for an impressive 520 yards and seven touchdowns, a testament to his dominance in the passing game. Meanwhile, Jahmyr Gibbs contributed significantly on the ground, racking up 158 rushing yards and solidifying the Lions' offensive attack. The combination of Milroe's aerial assault and Gibbs' ground game kept the Vikings' defense on its heels throughout the contest. Defensively, the Lions made key plays that shifted momentum in their favor. Kerby Joseph led the charge with seven total tackles, helping to stifle any attempts by the Vikings to gain traction. A pivotal moment came when Christian Izien intercepted a pass, halting a potential scoring drive and allowing the Lions to extend their lead, ultimately sealing the fate of the game.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jalen MilroeQB292069%52072122.4
J.J. McCarthyQB452658%4123292.0
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jahmyr GibbsHB815819.8202520
Jaylen WarrenHB18603.3251211
J.J. McCarthyQB263.0—050
Justin JeffersonWR000.0—000
Jalen MilroeQB000.0—000
Ian StrongWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Justin JeffersonWR1120318.5902700
Jameson WilliamsWR419949.8802910
V WembyWR715822.6102340
Ian StrongWR39230.7521562
Jaylen WaddleWR38929.741540
Jahmyr GibbsHB46015.0181280
Tai FeltonWR44711.8140190
T.J. HockensonTE33612.0—0240
Jaylen WarrenHB5346.8220130
Sam LaPortaTE2147.071120
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jake BatesK0080
Matt GayK11444
Eddie JensonP0000