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Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers Week 7 matchup

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The Detroit Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers 20–17 in a Week 7 NFL matchup. The Packers' loss, which leaves them with a 4–3 record at the bottom of the NFC North, was attributed to special teams struggles and difficulties converting red zone opportunities. Special teams issues included a 1-for-3 performance by rookie kicker Trey Smack. A critical fourth-quarter attempt was officially recorded as a blocked kick after Detroit's D.J. Wonnum touched the ball, though Packers special teams coordinator Cam Achord noted the kick “likely needed more accuracy to be successful regardless of the block.” The Packers converted only one of four red zone attempts during the game. Post-game analysis highlighted defensive errors by the Packers regarding receiver motion and premature route jumping. On the Lions' side, offensive coordinator Drew Petzing noted challenges with the running game, while defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard reported that the Lions' defense met its weekly benchmarks for the second consecutive game.

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