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Gibbs Surpasses Sanders, Eyes Tomlinson’s 31-TD Season Mark
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Gibbs Surpasses Sanders, Eyes Tomlinson’s 31-TD Season Mark

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs scored two touchdowns in a 45-21 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on October 11, 2026, surpassing Barry Sanders for the most touchdowns by a player under 25 in NFL history. Gibbs now has 58 career touchdowns and has publicly stated his goal is to break LaDainian Tomlinson’s single-season record of 31 scores. Through five weeks, Gibbs has nine touchdowns and 132 touches, putting him on pace for approximately 30 touchdowns if his current production continues over a 17-game season.

Lions Snap Cardinals' Home Streak with 45-21 Blowout After Slow Start
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Lions Snap Cardinals' Home Streak with 45-21 Blowout After Slow Start

The Detroit Lions defeated the Arizona Cardinals 45-21 in Week 5, snapping Arizona's nine-game home losing streak. Despite a scoreless first quarter, Detroit scored 24 points in the second half to take a 24-7 halftime lead. Jared Goff threw three touchdowns, and Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 151 yards and three scores. The win improves Detroit to 3-2 and sets up a strong bye week, while Arizona falls to 1-4.

Lions Snap Cardinals' Home Streak with 45-21 Blowout After Slow Start
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Lions Snap Cardinals' Home Streak with 45-21 Blowout After Slow Start

The Detroit Lions defeated the Arizona Cardinals 45-21 in Week 5, snapping a nine-game home losing streak for Arizona. Despite a scoreless first quarter, Detroit scored 24 points in the second quarter to take a 24-7 halftime lead. Jared Goff threw three touchdowns, and Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 151 yards and three scores. The Lions improved to 3-2 and will enter their bye week with a strong offensive performance, while the Cardinals fell to 1-4.

Lions Snap Cardinals' Home Streak with 45-21 Blowout After Slow Start
sports1 day ago

Lions Snap Cardinals' Home Streak with 45-21 Blowout After Slow Start

The Detroit Lions defeated the Arizona Cardinals 45-21 on Sunday, October 11, snapping a nine-game home losing streak for Arizona. Despite a scoreless first quarter, Detroit scored 24 points in the second quarter to take a 24-7 halftime lead. Jared Goff threw three touchdowns, and Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 151 yards and three scores. The Lions improved to 3-2 and will enter their bye week with a strong offensive performance, while the Cardinals fell to 1-4.

Lions seek bounce-back against Cardinals as Gibbs chases historic rushing mark
sports4 days ago

Lions seek bounce-back against Cardinals as Gibbs chases historic rushing mark

The Detroit Lions (2-2) and Arizona Cardinals (1-3) meet in Week 5, with Detroit favored by 5.5 points. Analysts predict the Lions will leverage their elite pass rush and Jared Goff’s accuracy to exploit Arizona’s struggling secondary. A key storyline involves running back Jahmyr Gibbs attempting to break Barry Sanders’ franchise rushing record, while both teams aim to correct early-season defensive deficiencies.

Lions Face Panthers in High-Scoring Week 4 Clash Amid Defensive Struggles
sports8 days ago

Lions Face Panthers in High-Scoring Week 4 Clash Amid Defensive Struggles

The Detroit Lions prepare for a Sunday Night Football matchup against the Carolina Panthers, entering as 3.5-point favorites despite allowing the league's most points per game. Key players include Jared Goff, who has zero interceptions, and Jahmyr Gibbs, who leads the team in total touchdowns. The Lions face significant defensive injuries, including the absence of Ben Bartch and questions surrounding D.J. Reed, while the Panthers rely on a high-volume passing offense led by Bryce Young.

NFL Week 4: Allen's historic streak, Ward's bench risk, and the 20th anniversary of the 'Domecoming'
sports12 days ago

NFL Week 4: Allen's historic streak, Ward's bench risk, and the 20th anniversary of the 'Domecoming'

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is poised to extend a historic rushing touchdown streak against the New England Patriots, while Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward faces potential benching against the Baltimore Ravens. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins leads a 3-0 team, and the Atlanta Falcons-New Orleans Saints game marks the 20th anniversary of the post-Hurricane Katrina 'Domecoming' game.

Goff and Young Face Off in Week 4 Primetime as Lions Seek to Contain Gibbs
sports13 days ago

Goff and Young Face Off in Week 4 Primetime as Lions Seek to Contain Gibbs

The Detroit Lions (2-1) and Carolina Panthers (1-2) meet in Week 4 Sunday Night Football at Bank of America Stadium, marking the first primetime meeting since 2016. The matchup features a clash between No. 1 overall draft picks Jared Goff and Bryce Young, with Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs highlighted as a historic offensive threat. While the Lions are favored, the Panthers aim to exploit Detroit’s defensive struggles and leverage their home-field advantage in a high-scoring contest.

Lions Survive Late Jets Scare as Gibbs Sets Franchise Record
sports15 days ago

Lions Survive Late Jets Scare as Gibbs Sets Franchise Record

The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Jets 31-24 in Week 3, securing their second win of the season. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs recorded 164 total yards and three touchdowns, joining Billy Sims as the only players in franchise history to score a touchdown and gain 100+ scrimmage yards in each of the first three games. The victory was sealed by a late-game strip sack by safety Chuck Clark, though the defense allowed a fourth-quarter comeback. Offensive coordinator Drew Petzing utilized creative play-calling, including a goal-line motion by defensive lineman Skyler Gill-Howard, to help Gibbs score. The Lions' offensive line performed well, limiting pressures, while the secondary struggled against Jets quarterback Geno Smith, who threw for 321 yards and three touchdowns. The team now prepares to face the Carolina Panthers.

Lions Defense Seals 31-24 Win Over Jets via Safety Chuck Clark’s Two-Play Blitz Sequence
sports15 days ago

Lions Defense Seals 31-24 Win Over Jets via Safety Chuck Clark’s Two-Play Blitz Sequence

The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Jets 31-24 on Sunday, with safety Chuck Clark’s late-game strip sack sealing the victory. The defense showed marked improvement after a rough start, executing a two-play sequence that confused Jets quarterback Geno Smith. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs scored three touchdowns, while head coach Dan Campbell praised the team’s resilience and special teams performance.

Lions recover late lead against Jets as Gibbs ties Sims record
sports15 days ago

Lions recover late lead against Jets as Gibbs ties Sims record

The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Jets 31-24 on Sunday, recovering from a late-game deficit to secure their second win of the season. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs was the decisive factor, scoring three touchdowns and tying a franchise record for rushing scores. The victory came after the Lions blew a 24-10 lead, highlighting ongoing defensive struggles, particularly in coverage of tight ends, despite a strong offensive line performance.

Gibbs' Triple Threat Secures Lions' 31-24 Win Over Jets Despite Defensive Lapses
sports16 days ago

Gibbs' Triple Threat Secures Lions' 31-24 Win Over Jets Despite Defensive Lapses

The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Jets 31-24 on Sunday, September 27, at Ford Field. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs scored three touchdowns and rushed for 99 yards, anchoring an offense that scored 31 points for the third consecutive week. The Lions' defense struggled to hold a lead but secured the win via a late safety blitz by Chuck Clark that forced a fumble by Jets quarterback Geno Smith. The victory improves Detroit's record to 2-1, while New York falls to 1-2.

Bills and Lions clash in high-scoring Week 2 opener at new Highmark Stadium
sports26 days ago

Bills and Lions clash in high-scoring Week 2 opener at new Highmark Stadium

The Buffalo Bills host the Detroit Lions in the inaugural regular-season game at the new Highmark Stadium on Thursday, September 17. Both teams enter Week 2 with 1-0 records after chaotic Week 1 victories. The Bills defeated the Houston Texans 36-31, while the Lions survived an overtime thriller against the New Orleans Saints, 31-30. The matchup features two explosive offenses, with the Bills favored to win despite Detroit's injury-plagued offensive line.