Detroit
Lions
13-3
45
FINAL
17
Green Bay
Packers
12-4
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a decisive Week 18 matchup, the Detroit Lions toppled the Green Bay Packers with a commanding 45-17 victory. With playoff implications on the line, the Lions showcased their dominance, securing their spot in the postseason with a statement win over their division rival.
Jared Goff led the charge for Detroit, throwing for three touchdowns while amassing a solid passing yardage. However, it was Jahmyr Gibbs who truly stole the show, racking up an impressive 170 rushing yards, complemented by Jameson Williams' explosive performance of 118 receiving yards. The Lions' offense was firing on all cylinders, making it a challenging day for the Packers' defense.
The Detroit defense played a crucial role in this lopsided affair, highlighted by Dru Phillips' two interceptions that stymied any momentum the Packers tried to build. Aidan Hutchinson's sack further disrupted Green Bay's rhythm, creating a pivotal moment that shifted the game in favor of the Lions. With their relentless pressure and opportunistic play, Detroit's defense ensured that their offensive fireworks translated into a commanding victory.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Love | QB | 19 | 9 | 47% | 248 | 2 | 3 | 89.1 |
| Jared Goff | QB | 8 | 6 | 75% | 177 | 3 | 0 | 156.2 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 10 | 170 | 17.0 | 13 | 2 | 84 | 0 |
| Jordan Love | QB | 4 | 32 | 8.0 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 2 | 4 | 2.0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jameson Williams | WR | 2 | 118 | 59.0 | 33 | 2 | 89 | 0 |
| Christian Watson | WR | 3 | 114 | 38.0 | 54 | 0 | 55 | 0 |
| Tucker Kraft | TE | 1 | 62 | 62.0 | 37 | 1 | 62 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 2 | 36 | 18.0 | 24 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| Matthew Golden | WR | 2 | 32 | 16.0 | 13 | 1 | 19 | 0 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 2 | 31 | 15.5 | 27 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Mecole Hardman | WR | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 10 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Kyle Pitts Sr | TE | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 9 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Jayden Reed | WR | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | — | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dru Phillips | FS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Nazeeh Johnson | FS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Aidan Hutchinson | REDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Calais Campbell | DT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Isaiah McDuffie | SAM | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dani Dennis-Sutton | REDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carrington Valentine | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jarrick Bernard-Converse | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Javon Bullard | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D.J. Reed | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Art Green | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chris McClellan | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Evan Williams | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lonnie Johnson Jr | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brian Branch | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Bates | K | 1 | 1 | 6 | 48 |
| Trey Smack | K | 1 | 1 | 2 | 25 |

