Green Bay Packers Edge Detroit Lions 31-24 on Thanksgiving, Love Throws 4 TDs
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In a thrilling NFC North matchup on Thanksgiving Day, the visiting Green Bay Packers outlasted the Detroit Lions 31-24. Quarterback Jordan Love led the charge, passing for 234 yards and four touchdowns. Don'tayvion Wicks was Love's top target, catching six passes for 94 yards and two touchdowns. Christian Watson also had a standout game, catching four passes for 80 yards and a score. The Packers' defense played a crucial role in the win, with Micah Parsons recording 2.5 sacks. Jared Goff passed for 256 yards and two touchdowns for the Lions, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Packers' strong performance. Jameson Williams was a bright spot for the Lions, catching seven passes for 144 yards and a touchdown. The game was marred by an injury to the Lions' top receiver, Amon Ra St. Brown, who left the game in the first quarter with an ankle injury. Despite the setback, the Lions fought hard, with Jahmyr Gibbs rushing for 68 yards on 20 carries. The Packers took a 17-14 lead into halftime, but the Lions pulled within three points at the end of the half. The Packers regained the lead in the second half, with Love connecting with Watson on a 51-yard touchdown pass. The Lions made a late push, but a crucial fourth-down conversion by Wicks sealed the win for the Packers.
