The rivalry between the Detroit Lions and the Seattle Seahawks has seen its fair share of drama, crucial plays, and unforgettable moments. The latest chapter in this ongoing saga was etched in NFL history on a thrilling Monday Night Football game, where the Lions secured a 42-29 victory and shattered NFL records.
One of the key highlights of the game was Jared Goff's historic performance. Goff completed all 18 of his pass attempts, throwing for 292 yards and two touchdowns, and even caught a touchdown pass from Amon-Ra St. Brown on a trick play. This flawless performance set an NFL record for most pass attempts and passing yards without an incompletion, breaking the previous records held by Kurt Warner and Frank Filchock. As Goff humorously noted, he wasn’t even sure if an offensive pass interference call affected his perfect stat line: "Does that count?" he wondered ABC News.
Adding to the night's excitement, wide receiver Jameson Williams paid tribute to Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson with a thunderous touchdown celebration dunk on the goalpost "That was for him. Happy birthday, man" he said Pride of Detroit. Despite drawing a 15-yard penalty for the celebration, it was a fitting homage to one of the Lions' legends.
However, the game wasn’t without controversy. Detroit's Carlton Davis III criticized the officiating, feeling the referees were biased in favor of the Seahawks. Davis was flagged multiple times for pass interference and defensive holding, leading him to express his frustration: "I felt as if [refs] were just on the Seahawks' side" The Detroit News.
The Lions have historically struggled against the Seahawks, making this victory even more significant. Eric Woodyard from ABC News noted that this win was the Lions' first against Seattle since 2012. Detroit’s offense, led by Goff, put on a clinic with explosive plays and creative trick plays, keeping Seattle’s defense off balance all night. A key moment was Kerby Joseph's leaping end-zone interception, which sealed the game and showcased the Lions' improved defensive play USA Today.
The game wasn't perfect, though. Head coach Dan Campbell acknowledged the need for improvement, particularly with penalties. The Lions committed 12 penalties for 101 yards, an issue that needs addressing during their bye week Detroit Lions.
Overall, the latest clash between the Lions and the Seahawks was a spectacle rich in drama, record-setting performances, and moments that will be remembered by fans for years to come. As Jared Goff articulated, he was just happy the team secured the win and improved their record heading into the bye week ABC News.
With both teams looking to continue their strong seasons, this rivalry is far from over, and fans can look forward to more electrifying matchups in the future.
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