The Detroit Lions played the Miami Dolphins in a preseason game yesterday (August 16, 2025), falling 24-17 at Ford Field. Here are the main highlights and what happened:
- The Lions led 14-7 at halftime after quarterback Kyle Allen threw touchdown passes to Jackson Meeks and rookie Isaac TeSlaa.
- Miami tied the game with rookie quarterback Quinn Ewers throwing a pair of touchdown passes to Theo Wease Jr.
- The Lions regained the lead with a field goal after a rushing touchdown by Hendon Hooker was called back due to a holding penalty.
- Ewers led the Dolphins on a 15-play, 92-yard drive, finishing with a field goal to make it 24-17 late in the fourth quarter.
- With under 30 seconds remaining, Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker’s pass was intercepted by Miami’s Ethan Robinson, sealing the win for Miami.
- Detroit rested most of its starters and focused on evaluating roster depth. Running back Jacob Saylors led the Lions with 39 rushing yards. The team’s best moments were a two-minute drill touchdown before halftime and some standout special teams plays.
Coach Dan Campbell praised backup quarterback Kyle Allen for his composure and command of the offense, while Hendon Hooker struggled in the final quarters. The Lions host Houston next Saturday in their preseason finale.
