Jared Goff delivered a standout performance as he led the Detroit Lions to a 20-13 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday in Glendale, Arizona. Goff threw two touchdown passes and demonstrated impressive accuracy, completing his first 14 passes before recording an incompletion in the third quarter. He ended the game with 18 completions on 23 attempts for 196 yards.
David Montgomery contributed significantly to the win, rushing for 106 yards and scoring a touchdown. The Lions, now 2-1 this season, utilized a well-executed hook-and-ladder play just before halftime, culminating in a touchdown by Jahmyr Gibbs, which extended their lead to 20-7. The Lions’ defense was instrumental in the second half, limiting the Cardinals to just a field goal and successfully stopping critical plays.
The Cardinals, struggling at 1-2, saw their quarterback Kyler Murray throw for 205 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Arizona attempted to make a comeback, with Matt Prater kicking a 45-yard field goal to narrow the gap to 20-13 late in the game. Despite their efforts, the Cardinals were unable to close the deficit, failing to capitalize on several opportunities.
The Lions maintained their dominance over the Cardinals, improving to 5-0-1 against them since 2017. Aidan Hutchinson was a standout on defense, recording a sack that brought his season total to 6.5.
As for injuries, the Lions were missing safety Ifeatu Melifonwu and cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. due to injury. Linebacker Derrick Barnes also left the game due to a knee issue. For the Cardinals, starting right tackle Kelvin Beachum was sidelined, and tight end Trey McBride was evaluated for a concussion.
Next, the Lions will host the Seahawks, while the Cardinals will take on the Commanders at home.