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Defense played a significant role in this victory as well. The Chiefs managed to contain the Lions' potent rushing attack, holding Jahmyr Gibbs to almost a negligible impact—98 rushing yards and no touchdowns in a game that usually sees Gibbs as a scoring machine. Jared Goff was limited to just over 200 passing yards, and stars like Almond Ross St. Brown were kept in check.
Chris Jones shined by playing with renewed fire, responding strongly to criticism that once labeled him as loafing—an accusation he earned but also responded to with improved effort. His assertiveness on the field was a key factor in stymieing Detroit’s offense, symbolizing the team’s collective attitude of resilience and determination.