Here’s what’s being said nationally after the Lions’ 14th win of the season. The Lions beat the 49ers 40-34 in a tuneup for Week 18 division showdown – The Associated Press Lions-49ers: Detroit doesn’t rest its starters in 40-34 victory vs.

Monday's game between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers is largely meaningless in the NFC standings, but don't tell that to the players.

The Lions stopped the 49ers only when Jake Moody missed a field goal or Kerby Joseph intercepted Brock Purdy. That was enough for Detroit to escape with a 40-34 win over the 49ers. The game was meaningless for both teams with the 49ers already eliminated from playoff contention and the Lions set for a showdown against the Vikings on Sunday Night Football to decide the NFC North title and the No.