Detroit Lions Continue Winning Streak, Defeat Washington Commanders 22-10

The Detroit Lions (5-3) continued their strong season with a 22-10 win over the Washington Commanders (3-6) on Sunday, November 9 at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. The game, broadcast nationally on FOX, saw the Lions solidify their position in the NFC North, while the Commanders faced another setback in the NFC East. Detroit took control early, with quarterback Jared Goff connecting for two first-quarter touchdowns, including a 14-yard pass to Jahmyr Gibbs and a 9-yard strike to Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Lions led 14-3 after one quarter. In the second quarter, Gibbs added a 13-yard rushing touchdown, and a successful two-point conversion extended Detroit’s lead to 22-3. The Commanders responded with a touchdown run from Chris Rodriguez Jr. late in the second quarter, narrowing the deficit to 22-10. However, neither team managed to score in the second half. Detroit’s defense, anchored by Brian Branch (5 tackles), limited Washington to just 124 total yards and 7 first downs, while Bobby Wagner led the Commanders with 5 tackles. Goff finished the game 11-of-15 for 128 yards and 2 touchdowns, and Gibbs had 9 carries for 75 yards and a score. The Commanders’ offense struggled behind quarterback Marcus Mariota, who threw for 98 yards. Both teams avoided turnovers, but the Lions dominated possession and third-down conversions. This matchup was a rematch of last season’s NFC Divisional Round, where the Commanders stunned Detroit 45-31. Sunday’s result highlighted the Lions’ growth under head coach Dan Campbell, who has led Detroit to a 5-3 record and a strong playoff position at midseason. Meanwhile, Washington, coached by Dan Quinn, continues to search for answers after a third straight loss. Fans can find the full box score and play-by-play at Lions vs. Commanders (Nov 9, 2025) Live Score on ESPN. For in-depth team coverage, visit the official Detroit Lions website. Looking ahead, the Lions remain in playoff contention, while the Commanders will aim to regroup and end their skid as the season enters its second half.