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Lions Regroup After 16-9 Loss as Goff Takes Blame and Campbell Backs Fourth-Down Aggression

A pivotal home stretch now tests a Lions offense confronting execution issues under heightened scrutiny.

Overview

  • Detroit went 0-for-5 on fourth down and 3-for-13 on third down in Philadelphia, a critical-down collapse that defined the 16-9 defeat.
  • Jared Goff acknowledged the offense’s shortcomings on 97.1 The Ticket, saying he must be more accurate after a 14-of-37, 255-yard, one-touchdown outing with two sacks.
  • Dan Campbell, in his second game calling plays, defended the aggressive fourth-down approach, citing wind, field position and short distances as factors.
  • Amon-Ra St. Brown caught 2 of 12 targets for 42 yards and called the loss frustrating, while Goff said their connection remains sound despite an off night.
  • Local analysts urged restraint on Goff criticism by pointing to strong season metrics, as Detroit returns to Ford Field for three straight games with momentum and playoff positioning at stake.