The Detroit Lions continued the NFL’s fee good story of the year with a 33-28 win in New Orleans.
The Lions racked up the points, scoring 30+ for the 6th time this season. It was a brilliantly balanced performance from the Lions offence with 205 yards passing to 142 rushing, and 2 touchdowns on the ground and in the air. Detroit is streaking away with the NFC North crown, and are firmly in the hunt for the NFC’s number 1 seed.
LIONS ROOKIE LAPORTA CONTINUES TO IMPRESS
Lions rookie TE Sam LaPorta had a breakout game amassing 9 catches, 140 yards and a touchdown on 9 targets. And there was plenty of praise for LaPorta’s performance. “I’m as comfortable with him as anyone I’ve ever played with,” Lions quarterback Jared Goff said. “For a rookie, it’s pretty tremendous. He’s such a reliable guy and a guy I count on in those crunch times. I know he’s a clutch player.”
The Saints lost starter Derek Carr with back, shoulder, and concussion injuries. “Any time you have a concussion, it’s concerning,” Saints head coach Dennis Allen said. Backup Jameis Winston didn’t impress in short relief.
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|---|---|---|
| 1st Downs | 18 | 23 |
| Passing 1st downs | 9 | 12 |
| Rushing 1st downs | 7 | 10 |
| 1st downs from penalties | 2 | 1 |
| 3rd down efficiency | 6-13 | 6-12 |
| 4th down efficiency | 0-0 | 0-1 |
| Total Plays | 56 | 67 |
| Total Yards | 347 | 362 |
| Total Drives | 12 | 12 |
| Yards per Play | 6.2 | 5.4 |
| Passing | 205 | 249 |
| Comp-Att | 16-25 | 19-29 |
| Yards per pass | 7.9 | 8.0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 1 |
| Sacks-Yards Lost | 1-8 | 2-18 |
| Rushing | 142 | 113 |
| Rushing Attempts | 30 | 36 |
| Yards per rush | 4.7 | 3.1 |
| Red Zone (Made-Att) | 3-5 | 4-4 |
| Penalties | 6-45 | 6-50 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 1 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 1 |
| Defensive / Special Teams TDs | 0 | 0 |
| Possession | 27:50 | 32:10 |
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