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5 things to watch: Lions vs. Giants

It was an uncharacteristic performance in Philadelphia for quarterback [Jared Goff](https://www.detroitlions.com/team/players-roster/jared-goff/). The NFL's leader in completion percentage heading into Week 11 completed just 14 of his 37 pass attempts for a career-low 37.8 completion percentage. Goff missed several throws he usually makes.

Maybe the wind and the cold was a factor, though Goff said after the game it really didn't matter. He now returns to the friendly confines of Ford Field with 70-degree temperatures and zero wind. Detroit's been the best in the NFL since October of 2022 at getting bounce-back performances following a loss and they'll need one from their veteran quarterback today.

Detroit's been pretty good all year on special teams, particularly in the metrics and analytics they emphasize in terms of starting field position and other areas, but there's been a lack of explosive plays.

The Lions could use a spark on special teams today and down the stretch run. [Kalif Raymond](https://www.detroitlions.com/team/players-roster/kalif-raymond/) is 38 punt return yards short of breaking Mel Gray's franchise record (1,427). Can he put together a good return or two to get the record at home today to give his team a spark?

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