Despite a 45-31 loss to the Washington Commanders last week, the Detroit Lions had some positive moments. In the first half, the Lions kept things competitive in a back-and-forth start to the NFC divisional-round matchup.
For instance, wide receiver Jameson Williams made a big play in the second quarter when he took an end around for a 61-yard rushing touchdown. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs received the handoff from Teddy Bridgewater, who briefly replaced an injured Jared Goff. Gibbs then pitched to Williams, who had several blockers in front of him on the spectacular play.
The 23-year-old speedster cut against the grain, celebrating as he reached the 15-yard line, easily scoring to narrow Washington’s lead to 24-21.
However, Williams was fined $25,325 for unsportsmanlike conduct after celebrating the touchdown with “obscene gestures,” according to the NFL.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pound receiver had little impact on the rest of the game, finishing with just one reception for 19 yards in the defeat.
The Lions had more first downs (30 to 27) and total yards (521 to 481) but struggled with turnovers, committing five (four interceptions and one lost fumble) while Washington had none. The Commanders also scored touchdowns on all four of their red zone trips, while the Lions only scored three times on six red zone visits.
Washington will face the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship on Sunday.
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