Packers Extend Lions’ Thanksgiving Day Misery as Jordan Love Excels
Green Bay Packers 28; Detroit Lions 20
The Green Bay Packers continued their dominance over the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day, winning 28-20 to improve to 5-6 on the season. The Lions have now lost 25 consecutive Thanksgiving Day games, the longest streak in NFL history.
The Packers were led by Jordan Love, who was making his second career start in place of the injured Aaron Rodgers. Love threw for 264 yards and two touchdowns, and he also ran for a score.
The Lions were able to stay in the game for a while, thanks to a strong performance from their defense. However, the Packer’s offense was too much for them to handle in the end.
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How it happened
The Packers took an early lead in the game when Love threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Allen Lazard. The Lions answered back with a field goal, but the Packers extended their lead to 14-3 with a touchdown run by AJ Dillon.
The Lions cut the Packers’ lead to 14-10 at halftime, but the Packers took control of the game in the third quarter. Love threw a 34-yard touchdown pass to Randall Cobb to make it 21-10, and then Dillon ran for another touchdown to make it 28-10.
The Lions scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter, but it was too little, too late. The Packers held on for the win and extended their Thanksgiving Day winning streak over the Lions to 26 games.
Jordan Love shines
Jordan Love made the most of his second career start, throwing for 264 yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for a score. Love looked comfortable and confident on the offense, and he made several impressive throws.
Packer’s defense comes up big
The Packer’s defense played well in the game, especially against the pass. They held the Lions to just 189 yards passing and one touchdown. The Packers also forced two turnovers, which helped them win the game.
.@packers recover the onside kick to extend @Lions Thanksgiving losing streak to to 7
— Last Night's Game (@LastNights_Game) November 23, 2023
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Lions continue their Thanksgiving Day misery
The Lions have now lost 25 consecutive Thanksgiving Day games, the longest streak in NFL history. They have not won on Thanksgiving Day since 1956. The Lions’ Thanksgiving Day losing streak is one of the most infamous streaks in NFL history, and it is sure to continue for many years to come.
What it means
The Packers’ win was a big one for them, as they moved to 5-6 on the season and kept their playoff hopes alive. The Lions’ loss was a tough one to swallow, but they can still make the playoffs if they can win their remaining games.
Looking Ahead
The Packers will host the Minnesota Vikings next week, while the Lions will travel to face the Philadelphia Eagles.
Key stats
| Jordan Love | 264 yards passing, | 2 touchdowns | 1 rushing touchdown |
| AJ Dillon: | 101 yards rushing, | 2 touchdowns | |
| Allen Lazard | 5 catches, | 88 yards, | 1 touchdown |
| Randall Cobb | 3 catches | 60 yards, | 1 touchdown |
Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions are a professional American football team based in the Detroit metropolitan area. They play in the NFL as a team in the NFC North division. The Lions are one of the oldest professional football teams in the United States, dating back to 1896.
They played their first season in the NFL in 1930 and have played their home games at Ford Field in downtown Detroit since 1970.
The Lions have won three NFL championships, all in the 1930s. They have also won five NFL conference championships and 15 division titles. The Lions are known for their passionate fans, who are often referred to as the “Pride of Detroit.”
The Lions have a long and storied history, but they have also experienced their share of struggles. They have not won a playoff game since 1991 and have not won an NFL championship since 1957. However, the Lions have a young and talented roster, and they are hoping to turn things around in the near future.
Here are some of the Detroit Lions’ most notable accomplishments:
- Three NFL championships (1930, 1931, 1935)
- Five NFL Conference championships (1930, 1931, 1935, 1952, 1991)
- 15 division titles
- 12 Pro Football Hall of Famers, including Dutch Clark, Dick LeBeau, and Lem Barney
- The Detroit Lions are a team with a rich history and a passionate fan base.
- They are hoping to return to their winning ways in the near future and bring another championship to the city of Detroit.
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