Lions defeat Dolphins 19-9, improve to 6-2 in NFL

The Detroit Lions secured a 19-9 victory over the Miami Dolphins on November 8, 2026, improving their record to 6-2. Jared Goff had a quiet game without a touchdown pass, completing 17 of 25 attempts for 170 yards. Jahmyr Gibbs provided the only touchdown with an 8-yard run in the second half. The Lions' defense excelled, limiting the Dolphins to 228 total yards and forcing an interception from Malik Willis. Head coach Dan Campbell noted significant improvements in team execution and confidence on defense, a key factor in their four-game winning streak. Detroit will next face the New England Patriots in Germany.

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