The Detroit Lions didn’t just beat the Chicago Bears in Week 2 — they turned it into a teaching session. In a statement-making performance, Dan Campbell’s squad walked away with straight A’s across the board in postgame grades, proving once again that this team is built for more than just headlines.
From the opening drive, it was clear the Lions were the more prepared, more physical, and more determined team. Jared Goff rebounded from a quiet opener by leading the offense with confidence and precision, spreading the ball around to Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, and tight end Sam LaPorta. His timing was sharp, his decisions clean, and the end result was an offense that rolled over Chicago’s defense like a freight train.
The ground game was equally punishing. Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery pounded away at the Bears’ front seven, opening up lanes and keeping Detroit’s drives alive. With the offensive line dominating up front, the Lions had complete control of the tempo.
Defensively, it was just as impressive. Aidan Hutchinson and the pass rush made life miserable for Chicago’s young quarterback, while the secondary — led by Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch — shut down passing lanes and forced rushed throws. Every level of the defense executed Campbell and Aaron Glenn’s game plan to perfection.
Special teams chipped in as well, with solid coverage and efficient punting, leaving no cracks in the Lions’ overall performance.
The final grades told the story: A’s across offense, defense, and special teams — a rare feat in the NFL. For Lions fans, it wasn’t just a win; it was validation. This team isn’t sneaking up on anyone anymore. They’re here, they’re consistent, and they’re hungry for more.
The Bears? They were simply the latest lesson in Detroit’s growing reputation as one of the league’s toughest outs.
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