Detroit Lions vs . Los Angeles Rams : NFL Season Opener Score and Highlights
Detroit Lions vs . Los Angeles Rams : NFL Season Opener Score and Highlights : The Detroit Lions are back in action tonight, facing off against a familiar opponent, Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams.
The Lions kick off Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season with high hopes, having retained most of their coaching staff and roster from last season’s NFC North-winning team. They came close to making their first-ever Super Bowl appearance, falling just short last season.
The Rams are looking for revenge after their playoff loss to the Lions in January. Detroit edged them out 24-23 in a dramatic postseason victory, marking the Lions’ first playoff win since 1991. The Lions aim to start their 2024 campaign with a similar performance.
Watch the Lions vs. Rams live on Peacock
Kickoff is at 8:20 p.m. ET at Ford Field. The game is airing on NBC and can also be streamed on Fubo (free trial available).
Check out the live updates from Ford Field below.
Lions vs. Rams Live Updates and Game Highlights
Final Score: Rams 23, Lions 20
4Q, 0:17: Jake Bates nails a 32-yard field goal to tie the game at 20. The Lions managed to drive to the Rams’ 15-yard line but were held to a field goal after Jared Goff missed three consecutive passes.
4Q, 2:11: The Lions’ defense stops the Rams, setting up Detroit’s final drive. The Rams had a chance to close out the game but couldn’t pick up another first down, giving the Lions the ball back.
4Q, 4:30: Cooper Kupp scores a touchdown to give the Rams a 20-17 lead. Matthew Stafford orchestrated an efficient drive, completing all eight passes, including the TD to Kupp.
4Q, 9:09: Jared Goff is intercepted by John Johnson III. The Lions had a chance to score but were thwarted by Johnson’s diving interception.
4Q, 12:32: The Rams cut the Lions’ lead to 17-13 with a field goal after a big play by Tyler Johnson and penalties on the Lions’ defense.
3Q, 3:33: Kyren Williams scores the Rams’ first touchdown of the game, reducing the Lions’ lead to 17-10.
3Q, 10:29: Jameson Williams catches a 52-yard touchdown pass, extending the Lions’ lead to 17-3.
2Q, 0:15: Kerby Joseph intercepts Matthew Stafford in the end zone, preserving the Lions’ lead as they head into halftime.
2Q, 1:25: Jahmyr Gibbs scores a touchdown to give the Lions a 10-3 lead. The drive featured a 36-yard completion to Williams and a 77-yard march down the field.
2Q, 6:31: The Lions force a turnover on downs, thanks to Carlton Davis’ pass breakup.
2Q, 12:17: Jake Bates evens the score at 3 with a 25-yard field goal, marking his first career NFL points.
1Q, 4:50: The Rams take a 3-0 lead on a 41-yard field goal by Joshua Karty.
1Q, 11:20: Both teams trade three-and-outs to start the game.
Pregame Notes:
The Lions return nine starters on offense and eight on defense from last season’s squad. Changes include new additions in the secondary and strengthened pass rush.
Lions Injury Report:
- S Loren Strickland (thumb, out)
- S Ifeatu Melifonwu (ankle, doubtful)
- DT D.J. Reader (quadriceps, questionable)
Rams Injury Report:
- OT Rob Havenstein (ankle, questionable)
Upcoming Schedule:
Lions:
- Sept. 15: vs. Tampa Bay, 1 p.m.
- Sept. 22: at Arizona, 4:25 p.m.
- Sept. 30: vs. Seattle, 8:15 p.m.
Rams:
- Sept. 15: at Arizona, 4:05 p.m.
- Sept. 22: vs. San Francisco, 4:25 p.m.
- Sept. 29: at Chicago, 1 p.m.
TV and Streaming Information:
- Channel: NBC
- Streaming: Fubo (free trial) or Peacock (subscription required)
Announcers:
- Analyst: Cris Collinsworth
- Sideline Reporter: Melissa Stark
Predictions:
The Lions are favored to win, but the Rams’ revamped lineup and Stafford’s experience could make it a close game.
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