Jordan Love throws four TDs, Packers beat Lions 31-24
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The Green Bay Packers secured a 31-24 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving, largely thanks to successful fourth-down conversions. With 1:55 remaining and leading by seven points, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur opted for a risky fourth-and-3 play. Quarterback Jordan Love connected with Dontayvion Wicks for a 16-yard completion, allowing the Packers to run out the clock and improve their season record to 8-3-1.
Jordan Love was instrumental throughout the game, completing 18 of 29 passes for 234 yards and four touchdowns. Wicks caught six passes for 94 yards, and Christian Watson added four catches for 80 yards. The Packers also converted two other fourth downs into touchdowns, with Love finding Wicks and Romeo Doubs in the end zone.
The Lions struggled with their fourth-down attempts, failing both times, which contributed to their narrow defeat. This loss leaves Detroit at 7-5 and hampers their playoff prospects.
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