Mission update: At T‑0 plus 30 minutes, the Lions were trailing Houston 16–0 — five interceptions from Jared Goff had them in a risky orbit. Houston, we have a problem.
Mid-mission adjustments: Detroit’s defense locked in, Goff executed a precise touchdown pass to Amon‑Ra St. Brown, and course corrections were initiated.
Final approach: rookie kicker Jake Bates launched a 52-yard field goal as time expired. Lions 26, Texans 23 — trajectory stabilized, mission accomplished, and the crew celebrates a stellar comeback.