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| Date | November 28, 2024 | ||||||
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| Kickoff time | 12:30 p.m. EST | ||||||
| Stadium | Ford Field, Detroit , Michigan | ||||||
| Referee | Alan Eck | ||||||
| Attendance | 64,275 | ||||||
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| National anthem | Mike Phillips | ||||||
| Halftime show | Shaboozey | ||||||
| TV in the United States | |||||||
| Network | CBS | ||||||
| Announcers | Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, and Tracy Wolfson | ||||||
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The 2024 Chicago Bears–Detroit Lions Thanksgiving game was a National Football League (NFL) game played at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, on November 28, 2024, as part of the 2024 NFL season. The game saw the Detroit Lions secure a 23–20 victory over the Chicago Bears.
The game was notable for the Bears' poor clock management during their final drive. This loss was one of four one-score losses for the Bears in the season, contributing to their 4–8 record. The loss led to the mid-season firing of head coach Matt Eberflus, marking the first such dismissal in the Bears' 105-year history.
For the Lions, the victory improved their record to 11–1, their best start in franchise history, and ended their seven-game Thanksgiving losing streak. The win also tied a franchise record for consecutive victories.
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Chicago Bears[]
The Bears entered the game with a 4–7 record, suffering several close losses despite having rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Head coach Matt Eberflus faced criticism for the team’s struggles, including a franchise-record 14-game losing streak spanning the 2022 and 2023 seasons.
Detroit Lions[]
The Lions, with a 10–1 record, sought to end a seven-game Thanksgiving losing streak. The game held significance as a win would grant them their tenth consecutive victory of the season. The Lions honored late coach John Madden with commemorative jersey patches, and the game drew notable attendees like Eminem and Simone Biles.
Game summary[]
First half[]
Detroit dominated the first half, leading 16–0. The Bears' offense struggled, managing only 53 total yards. The Lions' defense was effective, preventing Chicago from recording a single first down without penalty assistance.
Detroit opened the scoring with a 30-yard field goal by Jake Bates and later added a touchdown pass from Jared Goff to Sam LaPorta. They continued with two more field goals in the second quarter.
Second half[]
Chicago scored their first touchdown in the third quarter with a 31-yard pass from Caleb Williams to Keenan Allen. The Lions responded with another touchdown, extending their lead to 23–7.
The Bears attempted a comeback in the fourth quarter, scoring two touchdowns but ultimately falling short, losing 23–20.
Final Bears drive[]
The Bears' final drive was marred by penalties, protection breakdowns, and poor time management. Despite having a timeout, they failed to use it effectively, resulting in an incomplete pass as time expired.
Aftermath and significance[]
Chicago Bears[]
The loss dropped the Bears to 4–8, leading to the firing of head coach Matt Eberflus. Eberflus' tenure was marked by strategic missteps and a lack of playoff appearances.
Detroit Lions[]
The Lions' victory solidified their position atop the NFC North with an 11–1 record, breaking their Thanksgiving losing streak and tying a franchise record for consecutive wins. However, they faced defensive injuries, raising concerns about their playoff run.
Reactions[]
The game's conclusion sparked widespread criticism from NFL figures, who deemed it one of the worst examples of clock management in league history. Many called for Eberflus' firing, which occurred the following day.
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