Lions secure 31-24 victory against Jets in Week 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Jets 31-24 on September 27, 2026, in Detroit. Jahmyr Gibbs scored three touchdowns, leading the Lions' offense, which showed improvement with key offensive linemen returning. Despite building a 14-point lead entering the fourth quarter, the Lions struggled to maintain it, allowing the Jets to stay competitive. The Lions will address tight end coverage issues during their upcoming bye week.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs recorded two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown.
- •Quarterback Jared Goff passed for 269 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Detroit's defense allowed tight ends to combine for 10 catches and two touchdowns.
- •The Lions failed to protect a 24-10 lead in the fourth quarter.
- •Detroit will focus on defensive adjustments during the bye week.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — 4 takeaways from the Lions’ win over the Jets
"4 takeaways from the Detroit Lions’ 31-24 win against the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon.
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