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Live updates: Lions score first, lead 7-0

Lions score first, lead 7-0

The Lions offense made short work of the Bears defense on the game's first drive. Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford connected with tight end Tim Wright on a 9-yard touchdown pass to give Detroit the early lead, capping a nine-play, 77-yard drive. With 10:14 left in the first quarter, the Lions lead 7-0.

Pregame notes: Jones out for Lions

The Lions and Bears kick off in about 10 minutes, for what is the last game of the season for both squads. Per Josh Katzenstein, Lions defensive end Jason Jones is inactive, snapping his streak of 31 consecutive starts.