Detroit
Lions
2-5
50
FINAL
40
Miami
Dolphins
2-5
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a thrilling Week 9 showdown, the Detroit Lions topped the Miami Dolphins with a final score of 50-40, securing a crucial win in the 2026 season. Both teams showcased their offensive prowess, but the Lions emerged victorious in a high-scoring affair that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Malik Willis of the Dolphins had a standout performance, throwing for an impressive 525 yards and five touchdowns, showcasing his ability to make big plays. Meanwhile, Jameson Williams was the star for Detroit, racking up 283 receiving yards and proving to be a constant deep threat. The aerial duel highlighted the explosive potential of both offenses, but it was the Lions' balanced attack that ultimately made the difference.
Defensively, the Lions managed to create key turnovers, with Jack Campbell snagging an interception that shifted momentum in their favor. Although Miami's Andre Cisco led in tackles, it was Christian Izien's sack that disrupted Willis at a pivotal moment, halting a Dolphins drive and allowing the Lions to maintain their lead. This defensive stand proved critical as Detroit held off Miami's late-game surge, securing their victory.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malik Willis | QB | 37 | 21 | 525 | 5 | 1 | 129.7 |
| Jared Goff | QB | 27 | 20 | 349 | 4 | 2 | 124.6 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De'Von Achane | HB | 7 | 57 | 8.1 | 1 | 52 | 0 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 12 | 51 | 4.3 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Jameson Williams | WR | 5 | 46 | 9.2 | 2 | 37 | 0 |
| Isiah Pacheco | HB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Ollie Gordon II | HB | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Chris Bell | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jameson Williams | WR | 12 | 283 | 23.6 | 3 | 100 | 0 |
| Caleb Douglas | WR | 6 | 238 | 39.7 | 2 | 85 | 0 |
| Chris Bell | WR | 7 | 183 | 26.1 | 2 | 73 | 0 |
| De'Von Achane | HB | 4 | 61 | 15.3 | 1 | 23 | 0 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 5 | 43 | 8.6 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Luke Musgrave | TE | 2 | 42 | 21.0 | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| Will Kacmarek | TE | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Sam LaPorta | TE | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Isaac TeSlaa | WR | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chuck Clark | FS | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Jack Campbell | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Dante Trader Jr | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Andre Cisco | FS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chamarri Conner | FS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Izien | SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chris Johnson | CB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerby Joseph | FS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordyn Brooks | MIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aidan Hutchinson | LEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brian Branch | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Derrick Moore | REDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyrel Dodson | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| JuJu Brents | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Martin Emerson Jr | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dorian Williams | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jacob Rodriguez | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chop Robinson | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Damone Clark | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zach Sieler | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Marshon Lattimore | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| D.J. Reed | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Fox | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jake Bates | K | 1 | 1 | 5 | 50 |

