Detroit Lions defeat New York Jets 31-24 behind Jahmyr Gibbs

The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Jets 31-24 at Ford Field, moving to a 2-1 record. Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions with a standout performance, recording 99 rushing yards on 20 carries and two rushing touchdowns, alongside seven receptions for 65 yards and a receiving touchdown.

The Jets initially trailed by 14 points in the fourth quarter but rallied to tie the game at 24-24 following a touchdown catch by Garrett Wilson and a successful two-point conversion. However, the Lions regained the lead through Gibbs’ third touchdown of the game, an 11-yard reception from Jared Goff with 2:25 remaining.

The game concluded when Detroit's Chuck Clark sacked Jets quarterback Geno Smith, forcing a fumble that allowed the Lions to run out the clock. The Jets' offensive line struggled throughout the contest, allowing five sacks. New York's loss brings their season record to 1-2.