Lions tie Panthers 16-16 at halftime after strong second quarter

The Lions and Panthers are tied 16-16 at halftime in Week 4 of Sunday Night Football. After a strong start from Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, who threw for 178 yards and a touchdown, Detroit responded with key plays. Jahmyr Gibbs scored on a 1-yard touchdown run, and Jameson Williams made a significant catch that set up a 41-yard field goal by Jake Bates as time expired in the half. Young’s top target, receiver Tetairoa McMillan, recorded nine receptions for 147 yards, including a touchdown. The Panthers missed an extra point earlier in the quarter, leaving them with a one-point lead heading into halftime.

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