The Detroit Lions started fast vs. the Washington Commanders, then held on for a 36-27 win Sunday at Ford Field to improve to 1-1 on the young NFL season.
The Lions dominated the first half for a 22-0 lead, then allowed four second-half touchdowns to Carson Wentz and the Commanders (1-1). But the Lions' offense responded with scores of their own when Washington twice cut the deficit to one possession. They scored at least 30 points for the third straight game dating to last season's finale, a 37-30 win over Green Bay. It's the first time the Lions have reached that mark since 1952-53.