Jason ultimately defeats Freddy despite appearing to die in the process, stabbing him with Freddy's own claws before falling into Crystal Lake, though if he did this to continue battling Freddy or for some reason save Lori for saving him earlier is unknown.
Jason Is the Clear Winner\n\n For instance, a counselor is seen hanging dead in Freddy's arms during Lori's Crystal Lake dream. Furthermore, it's revealed that Freddy once took the appearance of Lori's father in order to kill her mother.