Lions Stage Thrilling Comeback, Jahmyr Gibbs' OT TD Secures 34-27 Win Over Giants
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In a heart-stopping finish, the Detroit Lions rallied from a double-digit deficit to defeat the New York Giants 34-27 in overtime on Sunday. The game-changing moment came when Jahmyr Gibbs sprinted 69 yards for a touchdown on the first snap of overtime, capping off an incredible performance that saw him set a career-high 264 yards from scrimmage and three scores. Gibbs' impressive display included a career-best 219 yards rushing, the third-highest total in team history, and two touchdowns, along with 45 yards receiving and another score. The Lions' running back proved instrumental in their comeback, as they avoided losing consecutive games for the first time in over three years. The Giants, meanwhile, suffered their sixth consecutive loss and fifth this season after leading in the fourth quarter. Interim coach Mike Kafka's decision to go for it on fourth down rather than kicking a short field goal ultimately backfired, allowing the Lions to capitalize on the mistake and tie the game. With the game tied at 24-24, Lions kicker Jake Bates sealed the win with a 59-yard field goal in the final minute of regulation, setting the stage for Gibbs' overtime heroics. The win propels the Lions into a crucial matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving Day, while the Giants will look to bounce back against the New England Patriots on Monday.
