Lions put NFL on notice with statement win over Bucs

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The Detroit Lions made a huge statement on Monday night with a 24-9 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Lions hoped to avoid dropping their third game of the season as they welcomed the Buccaneers into Ford Field. Baker Mayfield was earning talk about being a candidate for the MVP, but also had to deal with injuries to two of his weapons in Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka.

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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) celebrates his touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Detroit opened the game with a touchdown pass from Jared Goff to Amon-Ra St. Brown. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs followed up in the second quarter when he burst through a giant hole made by his offensive line and scored a 78-yard touchdown.

Goff was 20-of-29 for 241 yards, a touchdown pass and an interception. Gibbs ran for 136 yards and two touchdowns. He also had three catches for 82 yards.

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) celebrates his touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with teammate guard Tate Ratledge (69) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard was able to get his defense poised and ready to bother Mayfield and the Buccaneers all night long.

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The defense was able to get to Mayfield four times in the game and force two turnovers.

The last time the Lions allowed fewer than 10 points was against the