Detroit, MI, September 24, 2025
News Summary
The Detroit Lions improved to 2-1 with a strong 38-30 win over the Baltimore Ravens, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive strength after a tough Week 1 loss. Coach Dan Campbell’s aggressive strategy, including perfect fourth-down conversions, propelled the team forward. Standout performances from players like quarterback Jared Goff and defenseman Aidan Hutchinson underscored their potential as they look ahead to their next matchup against the Cleveland Browns, where they hope to maintain their winning momentum.
Detroit, MI
The Detroit Lions improved their record to 2-1 following a convincing 38-30 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on September 22, 2025. This win demonstrated both their offensive and defensive capabilities following a disappointing loss in Week 1.
Lions head coach Dan Campbell now holds a 43-31-1 record in his fifth year and has an overall coaching record of 46-36-1. Under his leadership, the Lions showcased their aggressive play style, converting all three of their fourth-down attempts against the Ravens, contributing to Campbell’s NFL-high 159 fourth-down conversion attempts since 2021, with an impressive 91 successful conversions.
The Lions’ offensive performance ranks highly, placing them third overall with a fourth place rush and eighth place in passing. Their defense also holds its own at 13th overall, with an 11th place ranking in rushing and 15th in passing. This unyielding combination of offense and defense helped quench the concerns stemming from their 27-13 loss in Week 1, as they bounced back with two strong victories thereafter.
Offensive Highlights
In their latest matchup, the Lions tallied 426 total yards, heavily relying on a robust running game that accumulated 218 rushing yards and scored four touchdowns. The backfield duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery contributed significantly with yardage and touchdowns.
Quarterback Jared Goff has demonstrated considerable improvement this season, boasting a completion percentage of 77.9% and averaging 9.0 yards per attempt. His performance reflects a steady growth since joining the Lions, now holding a 41-26-1 record compared to former Lion Matthew Stafford‘s 36-24 with the Rams. Additionally, Lions kicker Jack Bates attempted a staggering 67-yard field goal, which would have set a new NFL record, though it ultimately missed.
Defensive Showdown
On the defensive side, standout player Aidan Hutchinson outperformed Ravens star Myles Garrett with a higher pass rush win rate of 32.6 compared to Garrett’s 23.9 since 2024. The Lions’ defense put pressure on Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, recording seven sacks in total.
The Lions’ safeties, Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch, have been on point, leading the NFL in interceptions and passes broken up since 2022, providing further evidence of the Lions’ defensive strength.
Looking Ahead
As the Lions prepare for their upcoming game against the Cleveland Browns, they aim to maintain their positive momentum. The two teams will meet on Sunday at 1 p.m. at Ford Field in Detroit. Historically, the Lions hold a favorable record against the Browns, leading the all-time series 19-6, including postseason encounters. The last match between these teams took place on November 21, 2021, where the Browns narrowly secured victory with a score of 13-10.
Entering this week, the Lions’ recent performances suggest they are ready to square off against the Browns while addressing their only setback from Week 1. With a blend of skillful offense and a tenacious defense, the Lions look ahead to solidify their standing in the NFL.
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