Jahmyr Gibbs powered the Detroit Lions to a crucial 44-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys, scoring three touchdowns in a standout Week 14 performance that keeps Detroit firmly in the NFL playoff race.

Gibbs Dominates as Lions Improve to 8-5

The Lions (8-5) bounced back from their Thanksgiving loss to the Packers with one of their most complete games of the season. Gibbs’ hat-trick ignited the offense, while Detroit’s defense dialed up heavy pressure all night.

Gibbs finished the game with:

43 rushing yards on 12 carries

7 receptions for 77 yards

3 total touchdowns

Jared Goff Leads Efficient Lions Offense

Quarterback Jared Goff delivered a sharp outing, completing 25 of 34 passes for 309 yards and a touchdown — a 12-yard strike to rookie Isaac TeSlaa that put the Lions ahead 27-9.

Goff credited the team’s response after last week’s loss, saying there was an “uptick in urgency from everybody.”

Detroit’s Defense Stifles Dak Prescott

The Lions defense produced one of its best showings of the season:

Dak Prescott was sacked multiple times

He threw two interceptions

He also lost a fumble

Al-Quadin Muhammad delivered a career-high three sacks, while rookie Jack Campbell added another and forced a fumble — a performance that shifted momentum repeatedly in Detroit’s favor.

Brandon Aubrey Makes NFL History in Cowboys Loss

Despite the defeat, Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey put on a historic show.

Aubrey became the first kicker in NFL history to make three field goals of 55 yards or more in a single game, connecting from:

57 yards

55 yards

63 yards

He tied a career high with five total field goals, but the Cowboys offense struggled to capitalize.

Lions’ Playmakers Step Up Late

After Dallas pulled within three points in the fourth quarter, the Lions responded fast. A big kickoff return from Tom Kennedy set up the drive, followed by a 37-yard strike from Goff to Amon-Ra St. Brown.

St. Brown, playing through an ankle injury, totaled 92 yards on six catches.
Jameson Williams added 96 yards on seven receptions, marking his second straight game with seven catches.

Gibbs sealed the win with his third touchdown of the night, giving Detroit a comfortable 14-point lead with under two minutes left.

Detroit Strengthens Playoff Position

With four games remaining, the Lions boosted their postseason odds to 54 percent, according to league projections. The victory prevents Detroit from dropping back-to-back games for the first time in more than three years.