Lions Duo Tie NFL Record in Thriller Against Bengals

On October 1st, 2023, the Detroit Lions secured a 37-24 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in a hard-fought game at Paycor Stadium. The Lions' running back duo of Jammer Gibbs and David Montgomery made history, tying an NFL record by scoring touchdowns in the same game for the 14th time.

Montgomery, a Cincinnati native, had a standout performance, throwing a 3-yard touchdown pass to tight end Brock Wright and rushing for another score. The Lions' offense built a commanding 28-3 lead heading into the fourth quarter, but the Bengals' offense found its rhythm late in the game. Quarterback Jake Browning threw three touchdown passes, with star receiver Ja'Marr Chase hauling in two of them.

However, the Lions' defense stepped up when it mattered most. Linebacker Derrick Barnes, a native of Covington, Kentucky, sealed the game with a sack of Browning in the end zone for a safety. Despite the Bengals' late comeback attempt, the Lions held on for the 13-point victory.

The win was a testament to the Lions' offensive firepower and the resilience of their defense. While the Bengals showed flashes of promise, their struggles continued as they fell to 1-4 on the season. The Lions, on the other hand, improved to 3-2 and remain in the hunt for a playoff spot in the NFC.