green bay packers vs detroit lions match player stats

Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions Match Player Stats

The green bay packers vs detroit lions match player stats from the November 27, 2025 matchup tell the story of a competitive NFC North battle decided by Green Bay’s efficiency in the red zone and Jordan Love’s four touchdown passes. The Packers defeated the Lions 31-24, overcoming Detroit’s strong passing performance and a productive receiving day from Jameson Williams. Green Bay finished the game with 18 completions for 234 passing yards and four touchdowns, while Detroit recorded 20 completions for 256 yards and two touchdowns.

The final score does not fully explain how closely these teams matched one another. Both teams recorded 30 rushing attempts, while Detroit actually gained slightly fewer total rushing yards, 119 compared with Green Bay’s 125. Through the air, however, the Lions produced 256 yards compared with Green Bay’s 234. The difference came largely from Green Bay converting its passing opportunities into touchdowns at a much higher rate.

Jordan Love completed 18 of 30 passes for 234 yards, averaging 7.8 yards per attempt. He threw four touchdowns without an interception and finished with a 124.2 passer rating. Jared Goff was also highly efficient, completing 20 of 26 attempts for 256 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions. His 132.9 passer rating was actually higher than Love’s, making the Packers’ victory an interesting example of how quarterback rating alone does not always determine the outcome.

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Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions Match Player Stats at a Glance

The November 27 matchup finished with Green Bay ahead 31-24. The scoring pattern shows how the game developed.

Team Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Final
Green Bay Packers 3 14 14 0 31
Detroit Lions 0 14 7 3 24

Green Bay scored in every quarter except the fourth, while Detroit’s offense did not score during the opening quarter. The Packers then created separation with a 14-point second quarter and another 14-point third quarter.

Detroit answered with 14 points in the second quarter and seven in the third, but the Lions could not generate enough offense to completely overcome Green Bay’s advantage.

The team records listed for the matchup were also notable. Green Bay entered with an 8-3-1 record, including a 4-1-1 mark on the road. Detroit entered at 7-5 with a 4-2 home record.

Jordan Love’s Four-Touchdown Performance

Jordan Love was the most important individual offensive player for Green Bay.

His final passing line was:

Statistic Jordan Love
Completions 18
Attempts 30
Completion Percentage 60.0%
Passing Yards 234
Yards per Attempt 7.8
Touchdowns 4
Interceptions 0
Sacks 0
QBR 95.0
Passer Rating 124.2

The most important number is not simply the 234 passing yards. It is the combination of 234 yards, four touchdowns, zero interceptions, and zero sacks.

Love averaged 7.8 yards per attempt, which indicates that Green Bay was able to create meaningful gains through the passing game rather than relying entirely on short completions. More importantly, the Packers finished with four passing touchdowns on 30 attempts.

That means Green Bay was highly productive when it reached scoring opportunities.

Love’s 60 percent completion rate was not exceptional on its own. Jared Goff completed a higher percentage of his throws. However, Love produced four touchdown passes while avoiding turnovers and sacks, giving Green Bay a highly efficient passing performance.

This is an important distinction when evaluating quarterback statistics. Completion percentage and total passing yards provide useful information, but touchdown efficiency and turnover avoidance often have a greater direct effect on the final score.

Jared Goff Delivered an Efficient Passing Game

Jared Goff produced an excellent statistical performance despite Detroit’s loss.

His numbers were:

Statistic Jared Goff
Completions 20
Attempts 26
Completion Percentage 76.9%
Passing Yards 256
Yards per Attempt 9.8
Touchdowns 2
Interceptions 0
Sacks 3 for 23 yards
QBR 82.9
Passer Rating 132.9

Goff completed 76.9 percent of his passes and averaged 9.8 yards per attempt. Those numbers demonstrate that Detroit was capable of moving the ball effectively through the air.

His 256 passing yards were 22 more than Love’s total.

Goff also avoided interceptions, which is particularly important in a close divisional matchup. However, Detroit’s quarterback was sacked three times for a combined loss of 23 yards. Green Bay’s defense generated seven quarterback hits overall, while Detroit did not record a sack.

That pressure difference helped shape the game.

Goff’s statistical efficiency also highlights why the final result should not be interpreted as a simple quarterback mismatch. In several traditional passing categories, Goff performed extremely well. The Packers won because their overall execution produced more points.

Passing Comparison Between the Quarterbacks

A direct comparison provides useful context.

Category Jordan Love Jared Goff
Completions 18 20
Attempts 30 26
Completion % 60.0% 76.9%
Yards 234 256
Yards/Attempt 7.8 9.8
TDs 4 2
INTs 0 0
Sacks 0 3
QBR 95.0 82.9
Passer Rating 124.2 132.9

Goff led in completion percentage, passing yards, yards per attempt, and passer rating.

Love led in touchdowns, avoided sacks, and posted the higher listed QBR.

This contrast is one of the most interesting elements in the game statistics. Detroit’s quarterback was arguably more efficient in moving the football between scoring opportunities, but Green Bay’s quarterback was more effective at converting possessions into touchdowns.

That difference ultimately mattered more than the raw passing-yard advantage.

Green Bay’s Rushing Attack

The Packers recorded 30 rushing attempts for 125 yards, an average of 4.2 yards per carry.

The leading rusher was Josh Jacobs.

Green Bay Rusher Carries Yards Average TD Long
Josh Jacobs 17 83 4.9 0 29
Bo Melton 2 15 7.5 0 14
Emanuel Wilson 4 14 3.5 0 5
Team Total 30 125 4.2 0 29

Jacobs accounted for 17 of Green Bay’s 30 rushing attempts. His 83 yards represented the majority of the Packers’ rushing production.

His 4.9 yards per carry was particularly useful because it gave Green Bay a dependable method of gaining positive yardage without needing to throw on every down.

The 29-yard run was also Green Bay’s longest rushing play of the game.

Bo Melton had limited opportunities but produced 15 yards on two carries. His 7.5-yard average was the highest among the listed Green Bay rushers.

Interestingly, Green Bay did not score a rushing touchdown. All four of the team’s offensive touchdowns came through the passing game.

Detroit’s Ground Game

Detroit also had 30 rushing attempts, finishing with 119 yards and one rushing touchdown.

Detroit Rusher Carries Yards Average TD Long
Jahmyr Gibbs 20 68 3.4 0 18
David Montgomery 8 32 4.0 1 14
Jared Goff 1 24 24.0 0 24
Jameson Williams 1 -5 -5.0 0 -5
Team Total 30 119 4.0 1 24

Jahmyr Gibbs received the largest rushing workload with 20 carries. He finished with 68 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per attempt.

David Montgomery added 32 yards on eight carries and scored Detroit’s only listed rushing touchdown.

One unusual part of the rushing statistics was Goff’s 24-yard run on his only rushing attempt. That single play gave him a 24.0-yard rushing average.

Jameson Williams recorded one rushing attempt for minus-five yards, meaning his rushing contribution was negative despite his excellent performance as a receiver.

Overall, Detroit’s ground game was slightly less productive than Green Bay’s. The Lions averaged 4.0 yards per carry compared with 4.2 for the Packers.

Green Bay Receiving Statistics

Green Bay’s receivers combined for 18 receptions, 234 yards, and four touchdowns on 29 targets.

Receiver Receptions Yards Average TD Long Targets
Dontayvion Wicks 6 94 15.7 2 30 7
Christian Watson 4 80 20.0 1 51 10
Luke Musgrave 1 23 23.0 0 23 1
Romeo Doubs 4 20 5.0 1 8 4

Dontayvion Wicks was the leading Green Bay receiver by both receptions and receiving yards among the listed players. He caught six passes for 94 yards and two touchdowns.

His 15.7-yard average shows that his production was not limited to short-yardage completions.

Christian Watson was especially explosive. He recorded four receptions for 80 yards, averaging 20.0 yards per catch. His longest reception went for 51 yards, the longest Green Bay receiving play listed in the statistics.

Watson also scored one touchdown.

Luke Musgrave had only one target and one reception, but that reception covered 23 yards.

Romeo Doubs contributed four receptions for 20 yards and a touchdown. His average of 5.0 yards per reception was modest, but the touchdown gave his limited yardage significant scoring value.

The overall receiving distribution shows that Green Bay did not depend on one receiver for everything. Instead, several players contributed to a passing attack that produced four touchdowns.

Jameson Williams Was Detroit’s Biggest Receiving Threat

Jameson Williams delivered one of the strongest individual receiving performances in the game.

He finished with:

  • 7 receptions
  • 144 receiving yards
  • 20.6 yards per reception
  • 1 touchdown
  • 44-yard long reception
  • 10 targets

Williams accounted for a large portion of Detroit’s passing production.

His 144 yards represented more than half of the Lions’ 256 passing yards. His 20.6-yard average per reception also demonstrates how effectively Detroit used him as a vertical threat.

The 44-yard reception was Detroit’s longest completed pass listed in the statistics.

Williams also recorded one rushing attempt for minus-five yards, but that play had little impact compared with his receiving production.

From a matchup perspective, his performance shows that Detroit was able to generate explosive plays despite losing the game. The problem was not an inability to create passing yardage. The larger issue was turning that production into enough points to surpass Green Bay.

Detroit’s Other Receiving Contributors

Detroit’s receiving production was not limited to Williams.

Receiver Receptions Yards Average TD Long Targets
Jameson Williams 7 144 20.6 1 44 10
Tom Kennedy 4 36 9.0 0 23 4
Isaac TeSlaa 2 35 17.5 1 18 2
Jahmyr Gibbs 3 18 6.0 0 7 4
David Montgomery 2 16 8.0 0 13 2

Tom Kennedy caught four passes for 36 yards, including a 23-yard reception.

Isaac TeSlaa made two receptions for 35 yards and scored one touchdown. His 17.5-yard average was another indication that Detroit generated significant yardage from limited opportunities.

Jahmyr Gibbs added three receptions for 18 yards, while David Montgomery caught two passes for 16 yards.

Detroit therefore had multiple contributors, but Williams clearly stood above the rest in total receiving production.

Green Bay’s Defensive Impact

The Packers’ defense recorded 72 total tackles, including 37 solo tackles.

The defensive statistics were:

Defensive Category Green Bay
Total Tackles 72
Solo Tackles 37
Sacks 3
Tackles for Loss 7
Passes Defended 2
QB Hits 7

The most important pressure statistic was the seven quarterback hits combined with three sacks.

Micah Parsons was the standout pass rusher. He recorded 8 tackles, 4 solo tackles, 2.5 sacks, 3 tackles for loss, and 4 quarterback hits.

His 2.5 sacks accounted for most of Green Bay’s sack production.

Isaiah McDuffie led the Packers in total tackles with 12, including seven solo tackles.

Evan Williams finished with nine tackles, while Edgerrin Cooper recorded eight.

The defense also produced seven tackles for loss, showing that Green Bay was able to disrupt plays behind or near the line of scrimmage.

Micah Parsons’ Defensive Performance

Micah Parsons deserves individual attention because of his impact on the passing game.

His statistical line included:

Statistic Micah Parsons
Tackles 8
Solo Tackles 4
Sacks 2.5
Tackles for Loss 3
QB Hits 4

The four quarterback hits were particularly significant because pressure can influence a quarterback even when it does not result in a sack.

Parsons’ 2.5 sacks were also the most by any player listed in the supplied statistics.

Against a quarterback who completed 76.9 percent of his passes and averaged 9.8 yards per attempt, generating pressure was an important defensive accomplishment for Green Bay.

Detroit’s Defensive Statistics

Detroit recorded 60 total tackles, including 32 solo tackles.

Defensive Category Detroit
Total Tackles 60
Solo Tackles 32
Sacks 0
Tackles for Loss 1
Passes Defended 5
QB Hits 2

Brian Branch led Detroit with 10 tackles and seven solo tackles. He also recorded two passes defended.

Alex Anzalone and Jack Campbell each recorded nine tackles. Anzalone added one tackle for loss.

Aidan Hutchinson finished with six tackles and three solo tackles.

The biggest difference between the two defensive units was pressure. Detroit did not record a sack, while Green Bay recorded three.

Detroit did defend five passes compared with two for Green Bay, showing that the Lions were capable of making plays in coverage. However, the lack of sacks and the limited number of quarterback hits reduced their ability to disrupt Love’s passing rhythm.

Turnovers Did Not Decide the Game

Neither team recorded an interception.

Green Bay had two total fumbles but lost none. Detroit had one fumble and also lost none.

This means the game was not decided by a conventional turnover advantage.

That is an important detail when analyzing the final score.

Both quarterbacks protected the football through the air. Neither threw an interception, and neither team lost a fumble according to the supplied statistics.

Instead, Green Bay won through offensive efficiency and defensive pressure.

This makes the game particularly useful for evaluating performance beyond the basic turnover margin.

Special Teams Statistics

Special teams also contributed to the overall picture.

Green Bay’s Brandon McManus converted his only field-goal attempt from 45 yards and made all four extra-point attempts. He finished with seven points.

Detroit’s Jake Bates converted his only field-goal attempt from 31 yards and made all three extra-point attempts, finishing with six points.

The kickoff return statistics were:

Team Returner Returns Yards Average Long
Green Bay Bo Melton 4 95 23.8 27
Detroit Tom Kennedy 3 81 27.0 32

Tom Kennedy averaged 27.0 yards per kickoff return for Detroit.

Bo Melton handled four returns for Green Bay and totaled 95 yards.

On punt returns, Romeo Doubs had one return for two yards for Green Bay, while Tom Kennedy returned one punt for 21 yards for Detroit.

The punting statistics were:

Team Punter Punts Yards Average Long
Green Bay Daniel Whelan 2 134 67.0 72
Detroit Jack Fox 2 85 42.5 46

Green Bay’s Daniel Whelan averaged 67.0 yards per punt according to the supplied statistics, while Jack Fox averaged 42.5 yards.

What the Numbers Say About the Game

The most revealing way to understand this matchup is to compare efficiency rather than simply looking at total yardage.

Detroit produced:

  • 256 passing yards
  • 119 rushing yards
  • 20 completions
  • 76.9 percent completion rate from Goff
  • 9.8 yards per passing attempt
  • Two passing touchdowns
  • One rushing touchdown

Green Bay produced:

  • 234 passing yards
  • 125 rushing yards
  • 18 completions
  • 60.0 percent completion rate from Love
  • 7.8 yards per passing attempt
  • Four passing touchdowns
  • No rushing touchdowns

Detroit actually had the stronger basic passing efficiency in several categories.

Yet Green Bay scored 31 points.

That tells us the Packers were more efficient in converting their offensive production into touchdowns.

A team can gain more yards and still lose when the opponent executes better in critical scoring situations. This matchup is a strong example.

Why Green Bay Won

Several factors explain the Packers’ 31-24 victory.

1. Four Passing Touchdowns

Love’s four touchdown passes were the clearest difference.

Detroit’s Goff threw two touchdown passes and the Lions added one rushing touchdown.

Green Bay scored all four of its listed offensive touchdowns through the air.

2. Green Bay Generated More Defensive Pressure

The Packers recorded three sacks and seven quarterback hits.

Detroit recorded zero sacks and only two quarterback hits.

That difference allowed Green Bay’s defense to create negative plays while limiting Detroit’s ability to maintain comfortable passing situations.

3. Josh Jacobs Provided Reliable Rushing Production

Jacobs carried the ball 17 times for 83 yards.

His 4.9-yard average gave Green Bay a consistent rushing threat and helped keep the offense balanced.

4. Green Bay Avoided Losing the Turnover Battle

Neither team threw an interception or lost a fumble.

When two teams are closely matched, avoiding major mistakes becomes even more important.

5. Green Bay’s Passing Game Was More Productive in the Red Zone

The most important contrast was touchdown production.

Green Bay turned its passing opportunities into four touchdowns, while Detroit produced two passing touchdowns.

That scoring efficiency outweighed Detroit’s advantage in passing yards.

The Most Important Player Matchups

Several individual performances stand out when the statistics are viewed together.

Jordan Love vs Jared Goff

Goff was more accurate and had more passing yards.

Love threw twice as many passing touchdowns.

The numbers show two different forms of quarterback success. Goff excelled at moving the ball efficiently, while Love was more effective at finishing possessions with touchdowns.

Micah Parsons vs Detroit’s Offensive Line

Parsons produced 2.5 sacks and four quarterback hits.

That pressure was one of Green Bay’s biggest defensive advantages.

Jameson Williams vs Green Bay’s Secondary

Williams produced 144 yards on seven catches.

His 20.6-yard average demonstrated Detroit’s ability to create explosive plays.

However, his production did not translate into enough total points for Detroit to win.

Josh Jacobs vs Detroit’s Front

Jacobs gained 83 yards on 17 carries.

His 4.9-yard average helped Green Bay maintain a credible rushing attack and avoid becoming one-dimensional.

What the Player Stats Reveal About Team Identity

The Packers’ numbers suggest an offense built around efficient passing touchdowns supported by a productive rushing attack.

Green Bay did not dominate the game through overwhelming passing volume. Love attempted 30 passes, and the Packers recorded 30 rushing attempts.

That balance helped prevent Detroit from simply focusing on the passing game.

Detroit’s numbers suggest a team capable of moving the ball efficiently through the air, particularly with explosive receiving threats.

The Lions averaged 9.8 yards per Goff attempt, while Williams averaged more than 20 yards per reception.

However, Detroit needed to turn more of those successful plays into points.

A Deeper Look at Offensive Efficiency

Raw yardage can sometimes create a misleading impression.

Detroit gained more passing yards than Green Bay by a margin of 22 yards.

The Lions also had a higher completion percentage and higher yards per passing attempt.

But Green Bay scored seven more points.

The key lesson is that offensive success should be evaluated across several layers:

  1. How efficiently does a team gain yards?
  2. How often does it sustain drives?
  3. How frequently does it create explosive plays?
  4. How effectively does it finish possessions?
  5. How well does it protect the football?
  6. How much pressure does the defense generate?

In this matchup, Green Bay’s advantage was particularly visible in touchdown production and defensive pressure.

Why Passing Yards Alone Do Not Tell the Story

A common mistake when reading NFL player statistics is assuming that the quarterback with more passing yards automatically had the better game.

Goff’s 256 yards exceeded Love’s 234.

However, Love threw four touchdown passes compared with Goff’s two.

The same principle applies to receiving statistics.

Williams had 144 receiving yards, making him the most productive receiver in the game by yardage. Yet Green Bay’s receivers collectively produced four touchdowns.

Football rewards points, not individual statistical totals.

The most valuable interpretation therefore combines volume, efficiency, scoring production, turnovers, and situational impact.

Understanding the Final Seven-Point Margin

The Packers won by seven points, 31-24.

That margin indicates that Detroit remained within one score throughout the final stages of the game.

The fourth-quarter scoring also matters. Green Bay did not score in the fourth quarter, while Detroit added three points.

That means the Packers built enough of a lead during the middle portions of the game to survive Detroit’s late push.

Green Bay scored 14 points in both the second and third quarters. Those two quarters created the decisive separation.

Detroit’s 14-point second quarter and seven-point third quarter kept the game competitive, but the Lions could not completely erase Green Bay’s advantage.

Player Statistics That Deserve the Most Attention

For readers looking for the most meaningful individual numbers, these are the standout performances:

Jordan Love: 18/30, 234 yards, four touchdowns, zero interceptions.

Jared Goff: 20/26, 256 yards, two touchdowns, zero interceptions.

Josh Jacobs: 17 carries, 83 yards, 4.9 yards per carry.

Jahmyr Gibbs: 20 carries, 68 yards.

Jameson Williams: seven receptions, 144 yards, one touchdown.

Dontayvion Wicks: six receptions, 94 yards, two touchdowns.

Christian Watson: four receptions, 80 yards, one touchdown.

Micah Parsons: eight tackles, 2.5 sacks, three tackles for loss, four quarterback hits.

Isaiah McDuffie: 12 tackles.

Brian Branch: 10 tackles and two passes defended.

These players provide the clearest statistical picture of the matchup.

How to Read These Stats Correctly

For readers comparing this matchup with other NFL games, it helps to use a consistent process.

Start with the final score and scoring by quarter.

Then examine quarterback efficiency.

After that, compare rushing production and receiving efficiency.

Finally, evaluate sacks, quarterback hits, turnovers, and defensive disruption.

This method avoids focusing too heavily on one impressive statistic.

For example, Williams’ 144 receiving yards are remarkable, but the Lions still lost. Goff’s 132.9 passer rating was higher than Love’s 124.2, but Green Bay still won.

The broader statistical picture is more useful than any isolated category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions game?

The Green Bay Packers defeated the Detroit Lions 31-24 on November 27, 2025.

How many touchdowns did Jordan Love throw?

Jordan Love threw four touchdown passes and no interceptions. He completed 18 of 30 attempts for 234 yards.

How many passing yards did Jared Goff have?

Jared Goff passed for 256 yards on 20 completions from 26 attempts. He threw two touchdowns and no interceptions.

Who led the game in receiving yards?

Jameson Williams led all listed receivers with 144 receiving yards on seven catches. He averaged 20.6 yards per reception and scored one touchdown.

How many sacks did Micah Parsons record?

Micah Parsons recorded 2.5 sacks, along with eight total tackles, three tackles for loss, and four quarterback hits.

Did either team throw an interception?

No. Neither Jordan Love nor Jared Goff threw an interception in the game.

Conclusion

The green bay packers vs detroit lions match player stats show a game in which Green Bay won through scoring efficiency, quarterback touchdown production, and defensive pressure despite Detroit posting impressive passing numbers.

Jordan Love completed 18 of 30 passes for 234 yards and four touchdowns without an interception. Jared Goff was even more accurate, completing 20 of 26 attempts for 256 yards and two touchdowns. Goff’s 132.9 passer rating exceeded Love’s 124.2, but Love’s four touchdown passes gave Green Bay a major advantage on the scoreboard.

The rushing numbers were close. Green Bay produced 125 yards on 30 carries, while Detroit finished with 119 yards on the same number of attempts. Josh Jacobs led the Packers with 83 rushing yards, while Jahmyr Gibbs led Detroit with 68 yards.

The receiving battle produced one of the game’s most notable individual performances. Jameson Williams caught seven passes for 144 yards and a touchdown, averaging 20.6 yards per reception. Green Bay countered with a balanced group led by Dontayvion Wicks and Christian Watson. Wicks recorded 94 yards and two touchdowns, while Watson added 80 yards and one touchdown.

Defensively, Green Bay’s ability to pressure Goff was a major difference. The Packers recorded three sacks and seven quarterback hits, with Micah Parsons responsible for 2.5 sacks and four quarterback hits. Detroit recorded no sacks and only two quarterback hits.

The game therefore provides a useful reminder that NFL results cannot be explained by passing yards or passer rating alone. Detroit moved the ball effectively and produced strong individual performances, but Green Bay converted its opportunities into more touchdowns and generated more disruptive defensive plays.

The final 31-24 score reflected Green Bay’s stronger execution in the most valuable moments. The Packers’ 14-point second quarter and 14-point third quarter created the cushion they needed, while Detroit’s fourth-quarter comeback attempt was not enough to overturn the deficit.

For anyone studying this matchup statistically, the most important takeaway is the contrast between yardage efficiency and scoring efficiency. Detroit gained more passing yards, completed a higher percentage of passes, and received a standout performance from Williams. Green Bay nevertheless scored more points because Love produced four touchdown passes, the rushing attack remained productive, and the defense created meaningful pressure without giving up a turnover.

Overall, the statistics portray a competitive divisional matchup decided less by total yardage and more by touchdown conversion, pass protection, defensive pressure, and execution in critical situations.

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