The New York Giants pulled ahead of the Detroit Lions 27-24 in a back-and-forth NFC game on November 23, 2025. Despite a strong push from Detroit's offense, the Giants' trick plays and key defensive stops secured the win. The game highlighted both teams' efforts amid the Lions' playoff push and the Giants' rebuilding phase.
Game Overview
The matchup at MetLife Stadium featured the 6-4 Detroit Lions, fighting for a playoff spot, against the 2-9 New York Giants, who are evaluating talent after firing head coach Brian Daboll. Mike Kafka served as interim coach for New York, with Jameis Winston starting at quarterback due to Jaxson Dart's concussion protocol.
First Half Highlights
New York struck first with a 39-yard double-pass touchdown from Winston to Wan'Dale Robinson, leading 7-0. The Giants extended to 10-0 on a field goal after Robinson's 106-yard first-quarter performance. Detroit responded with a screen pass touchdown to Amon-Ra St. Brown, narrowing it to 10-7. Winston connected with Isaiah Hodgins for a 12-yard score, making it 17-7. Jahmyr Gibbs' 49-yard run set up his own 3-yard touchdown catch, closing the gap to 17-14. A late Giants field goal pushed it to 20-14, but Jake Bates' 37-yard field goal for Detroit made it 20-17 at halftime.
Second Half Action
The third quarter saw Detroit drive deep, but Jevon Holland intercepted Jared Goff on a pass intended for St. Brown. Kalif Raymond suffered an ankle injury and was ruled out. In the fourth, Gunner Olszewski's 33-yard end-around pass to Winston gave New York a 27-17 lead. Gibbs answered with a 49-yard touchdown run, bringing it to 27-24. The game remained tight, showcasing the Lions' resilience against a scrappy Giants squad.
This loss complicates Detroit's postseason hopes, with tough games ahead against the Packers, Rams, and Bears.