Packers at Lions
Detroit Lions 45, Green Bay Packers 41 ยท ๐๐๐๐จ๐ซ๐ง ๐๐ ๐ | ๐๐๐ ๐
Final Score
Packers 41 5 TD ยท 0 FG ยท 0 XP
Lions 45 5 TD ยท 0 FG ยท 0 XPJordan Love 480 yds passingJahmyr Gibbs 161 yds rushingTucker Kraft 170 yds receivingJailin Walker 3 tkl defenseTotal yards 466 ยท 426Passing yards 451 ยท 265Rushing yards 15 ยท 161Completions 30/49 ยท 18/27Yards per carry 3.8 ยท 9.5Recap
Franchise Hub Beat ยท 39d ago
In a thrilling showdown, the Detroit Lions narrowly defeated the Green Bay Packers 45-41 in Week 7 of the 2026 season. Both teams came into the game desperate for a win, but it was the Lions who ultimately secured the victory, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Jordan Love of the Packers put on a spectacular performance, throwing for 480 yards and five touchdowns, showcasing his ability to move the ball downfield. However, it was Jahmyr Gibbs who stole the show for the Lions, rushing for an impressive 161 yards, providing the ground game necessary to keep the Packers' defense on their heels. Tucker Kraft also had a standout game for Green Bay, racking up 170 receiving yards, but it wasn't enough to clinch the win.
Defensively, the Lions made key stops when it mattered most, with Aidan Hutchinson leading the charge with 2.5 sacks, creating pressure on Love that altered the rhythm of Green Bay's offense. Brandon Stephens anchored the Lions' defense with five total tackles, ensuring they remained solid against the pass. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Detroit's defense held the Packers to a critical stop, allowing them to maintain their lead and secure the victory.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | ||||||
| Jordan LoveQB | 30/49 | 61% | 480 | 5 | 1 | 119.4 |
| Lions | ||||||
| Jared GoffQB | 18/27 | 67% | 265 | 3 | 3 | 95.9 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | |||||||
| Josh JacobsHB | 3 | 8 | 2.7 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Jordan LoveQB | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | โ | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| Lions | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 17 | 161 | 9.5 | 24 | 2 | 43 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | |||||||
| Tucker KraftTE | 12 | 170 | 14.2 | 107 | 3 | 49 | 0 |
| Jayden ReedWR | 2 | 114 | 57.0 | 71 | 2 | 86 | 0 |
| Josh JacobsHB | 6 | 100 | 16.7 | 85 | 0 | 38 | 0 |
| Matthew GoldenWR | 3 | 27 | 9.0 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| Sincere BrownWR | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | โ | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||||
| Jameson WilliamsWR | 5 | 77 | 15.4 | 25 | 1 | 45 | 0 |
| Amon-Ra St. BrownWR | 5 | 75 | 15.0 | 52 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 2 | 61 | 30.5 | 55 | 0 | 42 | 0 |
| Other | |||||||
| Christian WatsonWR | 6 | 62 | 10.3 | 35 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Luke MusgraveTE | 6 | 52 | 8.7 | 9 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | |||||
| Jailin WalkerMIKE | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brandon CisseCB | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Domani JacksonFS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VJ PayneFS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Donte KentCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Javon BullardSS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Devonte WyattDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Evan WilliamsFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Edgerrin CooperWILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||
| Aidan HutchinsonLEDG | 2 | 2.5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Carrington ValentineCB | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Kerby JosephFS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trevon DiggsCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Derrick MooreLEDG | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack CampbellWILL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | |||||
| Brandon StephensFS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Xavier McKinneySS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malcolm RodriguezWILL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Keisean NixonCB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Benjamin St-JusteFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Collin OliverREDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jerome BakerSAM | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Damone ClarkMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brian BranchCB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | |||
| Jake BatesK | 1/1 | 6 | 43 |
| Trey SmackK | 2/2 | 5 | 44 |