In a thrilling and intense battle in Detroit, the Seahawks and Lions engaged in a back-and-forth showdown. Regardless of blowing a fourth-quarter lead, the Seahawks managed to march down the field and safe a victory in overtime. The final score stood at Seahawks 37, Lions 31, thanks to a touchdown pass from Geno Smith to Tyler Lockett on the final play of the game.
Geno Smith delivered an impressive efficiency, finishing 32 of his 41 passes for a total of 328 yards. Not only did he contribute two touchdowns, but he also avoided any turnovers. Even so, Smith did make a pricey error by taking a 17-yard sack, which eventually helped the Lions force overtime with a field aim. Nonetheless, Smith’s general efficiency was commendable.
On the other side of the field, Lions quarterback Jared Goff also had a strong game, with a single important exception. He completed 28 of his 35 passes for a total of 323 yards and 3 touchdowns. Sadly, Goff’s efficiency was marred by a vital choose-six thrown in the fourth quarter.
This game marked a shift for each teams in the NFC. The Lions, riding higher soon after defeating the Chiefs in Week A single, seasoned a slight setback against the Seahawks. Conversely, the Seahawks rebounded from their dismal loss to the Rams and demonstrated their resilience. As a outcome, each the Seahawks and Lions now hold a 1-1 record.