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Giants Lose 34-27 in OT to Lions Despite Winston's 366 Yards

Published 1 December 2025

In a thrilling but ultimately heartbreaking overtime loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday, New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston delivered a career-highlight performance, throwing for 366 yards and two touchdowns while catching his first NFL reception for a 33-yard score. The 34-27 defeat at MetLife Stadium extended the Giants' losing streak to six games, dropping their record to 2-9, while the Lions improved to 7-4.

Winston, starting his second consecutive game in place of concussed rookie Jaxson Dart, completed 18 of 36 passes with one interception in his 89th NFL start. His output marked his 32nd career 300-yard passing game and pushed his total NFL passing yards to 24,792, surpassing Hall of Famer Bart Starr for fifth place among players from Alabama high schools and colleges.

The Giants struck first on their opening drive, executing a flea-flicker play where running back Devin Singletary tossed the ball back to Winston, who then connected with wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson for a 39-yard touchdown. Later in the first half, Winston found Isaiah Hodgins for a 12-yard score, giving New York a 17-7 lead. The game remained close until the fourth quarter, when the Giants...

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