The San Francisco 49ers are 6-9 and out of playoff contention, but beat the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game in January 2024.

The Detroit Lions watched Washington beat Philadelphia on their cellphones following a 34-17 bounce-back win at Chicago that helped them keep pace with Minnesota in the race for the NFC North title and top seeding in the conference.

Because the Lions play the 49ers on “Monday Night Football” this week, there is a scenario that would render the outcome of this game meaningless, with regard to playoff impli

But for him to make that play today and then finish it in the end zone, that’s what he’s capable of, and going to be more of that hopefully.”

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams reacts to wide receiver coach Antwaan Randle El's reaction to his TD.

Headlining the effort was Jameson Williams, who had five catches for a career-best 143 yards and a touchdown. On Monday, coach Dan Campbell called it the best performance of the Alabama product's three-year career.

ALLEN PARK -- Defensive lineman Chris Smith continues to bounce between the practice squad, free agency and the main roster for the Detroit Lions. Smith was waived on Monday afternoon after playing 12 defensive snaps in the team’s 34-17 win over the Chicago Bears.

If the Vikings beat the Packers on Sunday, the Lions can clinch the NFC North with a win in Week 18 no matter what they do vs. the 49ers.