Lions go to 11-1 with first Thanksgiving win since 2016

DETROIT -- With an 11-1 start, their best in team history, the Detroit Lions continue to end a laundry list of notable droughts.

The Lions, who defeated theChicago Bears23-20, had lost seven straight Thanksgiving Day games, which was a point of emphasis throughout the week from coach Dan Campbell./p>

br/>The Lions dominated the opening half with 18 first downs compared to the Bears' two. Chicago's first first down came with 55 seconds left in the second quarter. The second half was a different story as the Bears stormed back, only to fall short after a sack and an incomplete pass as time expired on the final drive.

Quarterback Jared Goff went 21-for-34 for 221 yards and two touchdowns. The running back duo ofJahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery combined for 175 yards.

While honoring the late John Madden with jersey patches on their uniforms, the Lions' defense also pitched a first-half shutout in front of a star-studded crowd, which included actor Tim Allen, rapper Eminem, Olympic gymnastSimone Biles and Lions edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson, who wore holiday gear in a suite. -- Eric Woodyard

Detroit Lions (11-1)