By Mark Halpern
The Detroit Lions last year proved that they were an up-and-coming team not to be taken lightly. The Lions had an arduous task in their first game of the season, going into Arrowhead and playing against the defending Super Bowl champs Chiefs.
The Lions caught a small break when Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce injured his knee and was ruled out. Kelce’s injury changed the whole dynamic for the Lions as they could adjust other factors. Stopping Mahomes is not impossible, but on most Sundays, it is improbable. The Lions’ defense was challenged and played toe to toe with this high-powered offense that was missing its motor. Mahomes did pass for 225 yards 2td-1int, but it was well below his norms on a Sunday. The Lions’ run defense was a big bright spot as they held the Chiefs’ rushing game to a mere 90 yards (45 by Mahomes), making it easy for the Lions’ defense to match up better with the passing attack.
The Lions’ offense started where they left off, and Amon-Ra St. Brown caught a Goff Touchdown for 9 yards. Goff had a good day moving the ball to 5 different receivers for 253 yards and 1TD-0 INT. The running game was the question coming into this game, and they answered well. David Montgomery (21 at 74 yards 1td) and Jahmyr Gibbs (7 for 42) are giving the Lions the rushing attack they need to propel them forward this season. Next weekend, the Lions open up their home schedule with a visit from the Seattle Seahawks.
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