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Lions escape victory against Saints, coach emphasizes need for improvement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 11:56 PM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Lions escape victory against Saints, coach emphasizes need for improvement
Summary

The Detroit Lions secured a win over the New Orleans Saints on September 13 at Ford Field. Despite leading by 21 points, the Lions nearly surrendered their advantage, requiring a critical two-point stop in overtime. Coach Dan Campbell acknowledged the team's need to improve, stating there is much to clean up following the game. Quarterback Jared Goff emphasized the importance of using the win as momentum. The Lions will face the Buffalo Bills on September 17, continuing their regular season schedule.

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By the Numbers
  • •Lions beat Saints in a game with a 21-point lead
  • •Overtime win secured by a key defensive stop
  • •Coach Campbell stresses need for team improvement
  • •Jared Goff aims to build momentum from the win
  • •Lions play Bills on September 17
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  • 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Lions, happy to escape Week 1 with win, know they must 'clean this up'
What they're saying
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"We will clean this up, and there's a lot to clean up," Lions coach Dan Campbell told his team in the postgame locker room.

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