Detroit Lions Tennessee eliminated the Titans with its fifth straight win.

After the fireworks display in the early hours lions He settled in and dominated all three phases of the game en route to a 52-14 complete rout of the Titans before another first-place challenge against the Green Bay Packers.

Here are the grades for each position group based on performance in Sunday’s win.

Quarterback: A

The lions didn’t need Jared Goff Doing too much in Sunday’s game. Thanks to special teams and dominance on defense, Detroit started five series inside Tennessee’s 30-yard line. This played a big part in Goff finishing with 85 passing yards, the second-lowest game total of his career.

Still, Goff He did what was asked of him, to the tune of 12 completions and three touchdowns on 15 attempts before being pulled in the fourth quarter. Brock Wright, Amon-Ra St. He threw touchdown passes to Brown and Kalif Raymond, with all three coming inside the 10-yard line.

Goff took four sacks and appeared to roll his ankle, but said after the game that he would recover. His health is something to keep an eye on throughout the week, and Detroit made the right move by shutting him down in favor of Hendon Hooker late in the game. Hooker completed two of three for six yards.

Running back: A

Jahmyr Gibbs He recorded his second consecutive 100-yard game on the ground; this was highlighted by a 70-yard run he ran untouched down the sideline to help the Lions take a one-play lead after Tennessee had tied the game.

Gibbs averaged 11.5 yards per carry, which gave him six consecutive games with a yards per carry average of five yards or higher. Meanwhile, David Montgomery kicked a 33-yard field goal and a touchdown on nine carries.

Montgomery’s highlight came in the second quarter when he threw a touchdown pass to Goff’s Sam LaPorta. In the later stages of the game, Craig Reynolds He had three carries for three yards.

Wide receivers: A

We didn’t mind not having Jameson Williams. lions Sunday. The Lions didn’t need to release it on Sunday, and only three receivers caught passes. History has history with Amon-Ra St. Louis, who should become the fourth receiver to have 350 receptions, 4,000 yards and 25 receiving touchdowns in his first four seasons, needing just four yards receiving. It will be at least another week for Brown.

St. Brown increased his touchdown tally with his second-quarter score, giving him five consecutive games with a touchdown pass. Kalif Raymond He caught one for the second straight game, and Isaiah Williams recorded the first two catches of his career in his first NFL appearance.

Tim Patrick and Allen Robinson both had targets but did not record a reception in Sunday’s game.

Tight ends: A

On National Tight End Day, lions acquired both Sam LaPorta and Brock Wright. Wright was the first to catch an 8-yard field goal to put Detroit ahead 21-14.

LaPorta was the team’s leading receiver with 48 yards on six receptions; Including a touchdown catch by David Montgomery and another that nearly went for a score before being denied at the 1-yard line.

Offensive line: B-

Arden Key from Tennessee submitted lions He complies early with two sacks, including one when he beat Taylor Decker to a rushing tackle on the first play. Key would take second place after Sebastian Joseph-Day passed Graham Glasgow forcing Goff to move.

In total, the Lions’ offensive line surrendered four sacks for a 33-yard net, which prevented them from putting together an otherwise clean performance. They blocked Gibbs’ long field goal perfectly because his back was barely touched on the way to the end zone.

In addition, Penei Sewell and Kevin Zeitler had big blocks on Montgomery’s scoring streak. The Titans’ defensive front has been one of the best in the NFL this year but needs to clean up the sacks allowed heading into a tough schedule.

Defensive line: B

Levi Onwuzrike Mason Rudolph’s first interception was a big factor, as he nearly missed a sack, causing the ball to be thrown into the arms of linebacker Trevor Nowaske. James Houston also had some good pressure, but there wasn’t much else to talk about as the defense’s only sacks came from linebackers.

The Titans were also able to run the ball effectively, mauling Detroit’s defense for a season-high 158 yards. Rudolph, who is not known as one of the most active playmakers of the game, also broke the control with a touchdown run in the first quarter.

On a brighter note, newcomer Isaiah Thomas He saved a fumble in his first game with the team and Alim McNeill fought back nicely in defeat.

Defenders: A-

The defensive line-up suffered an early blow with an injury exit. Malcolm Rodríguezwho left special teams after suffering an ankle injury. The progression of his condition is still uncertain, but Dan Campbell does not believe the condition will end his season.

Trevor Nowaske He recorded his first career interception in the first quarter, and Alex Anzalone had a sack to highlight the effort on that possession. Jack Campbell had a team-high 10 steals, while Anzalone managed to take down the fourth with six steals, including a perfect stop from Josh Whyle on third-and-short.

Secondary: B

There was a struggle early in the second half as Calvin Ridley had 118 receiving yards in the first quarter alone. However, lions‘ secondary eventually tightened the screws and limited the damage.

Kerby Joseph made his fifth interception of the year and had six tackles. Rookie cornerback Terrion Arnold continued to show growth, breaking up a nice pass on third down to force a punt in the first half.

Carlton Davis had a passing error and Amik Robertson He overcame a deep early upset with two forced steals.

Special teams: A+

In one of the most comprehensive performances in recent memory, it was only fitting that their special teams unit played its best game of the season. Detroit He made several big plays in the return game, and Jack Fox and Jake Bates both had big days.

Kalif Raymond had a career game with 190 yards on five punt returns, including a 90-yard touchdown return. He was 19 yards short of the record for a return return in a game. Khalil Dorsey also contributed a 72-yard return.

As much success as the offense has, Fox He still managed to make history. He became the only player in NFL history to average at least 60 gross yards and 55 net yards in a game with at least five punts. Fox averaged 61.0 gross yards and 56.2 net yards on his five attempts on Sunday.

Sione Vaki also forced a fumble covering a punt that the Titans might fumble.

In addition, Bates With his 11th stint, he set a franchise record for consecutive starts with the Lions. He kicked all of his extra points and converted his only field goal attempt, a 51-yard third-quarter field goal.

Coaching: A+

With emotional tension Detroit The recently conquered Lions, with two big games coming up, were in prime position for a trap game. However, they also adapted to the situation and did what the teams competing in the championship did.

It was an all-out effort for the offense and defense to overcome the slow moments at the start of the game. While the defense set up the offense with good field position, the offense continued to score goals and made life easier for the defense.

There were many factors that made this match stand out. lions‘ It’s a favor for the Titans to trade multiple assets and play a backup quarterback. But the Lions did not allow their opponents to linger after a close start.

Ben Johnson’s crime He was excellent in the red zone and once again made an innovative decision with a halftime pass call that worked perfectly.

Aaron Glenn continued to look for ways to put pressure on the opposing quarterback, but this only resulted in a sack. Plenty of credit must be given to special teams coordinator Dave Fipp, who was rightfully rewarded with a game ball for his group’s efforts.