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David Montgomery hat-trick lifts Detroit Lions over Green Bay Packers

Three touchdowns from running back David Montgomery lifted the Detroit Lions to a 34-20 victory over the Green Bay Packers.

Montgomery found the endzone twice in the first half and again in the fourth quarter to clinch the visitors’ third win of the season.

The Packers were able to impact the scoreboard early, gaining a 3-0 lead with a field goal from their opening drive.

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Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw for 210 yards, a touchdown and an interception in the win (Matt Ludtke/AP)

However, they had to wait a long time between drinks from there, as the Lions hit back with three touchdowns and two field goals to take a 27-3 lead into half-time.