Eagles Beat Lions 16-9 in Defensive Thriller
In a gritty, low-scoring battle under the lights at Lincoln Financial Field, the Philadelphia Eagles emerged victorious over the Detroit Lions with a final score of 16-9 on November 16, 2025. The Week 11 matchup, broadcast on Sunday Night Football, showcased two NFC contenders trading blows in a game dominated by stout defenses and challenging weather conditions. With winds swirling and offenses sputtering, the Eagles improved to 8-2, reclaiming control of the NFC's top seed, while the Lions dropped to 6-4, snapping their momentum after a strong start to the season. Game Overview: Defense Takes Center Stage Entering the contest, the Lions boasted the NFL's second-highest scoring offense, averaging 31.4 points per game. However, Philadelphia's defense, ranked 18th but playing like a top unit, stifled Detroit's attack, holding them to just nine points—their lowest output since a 2023 road loss to Baltimore. The Eagles' offense wasn't much sharper, managing only 272…
