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Lions' Playoff Dreams Dashed by Controversial Loss to Steelers

12/28/2025

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Detroit Lions lost 29-24 to the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 21, ending postseason hopes.
Offensive pass interference calls negated two touchdowns, fueling frustration.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff criticized the officiating, calling a key call "bad," but no punishment followed.
The NFL fined Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith $12,172 for tripping Jared Goff.
Following the loss, the Lions must address offseason decisions about key players and roster changes.

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Detroit Lions lost 29-24 to the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 21, ending postseason hopes.
Offensive pass interference calls negated two touchdowns, fueling frustration.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff criticized the officiating, calling a key call "bad," but no punishment followed.
The NFL fined Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith $12,172 for tripping Jared Goff.
Following the loss, the Lions must address offseason decisions about key players and roster changes.