Minnesota Vikings eliminate Lions from playoff contention
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That was a unique one. In their 23-10 win over the Lions on Christmas Day, the Vikings won the turnover battle 6-0 and managed just 3 net passing yards. To put those numbers (and some others) into context, we dug up a handful of interesting statistical notes from this strange victory.
After the Lions were eliminated from the playoffs, fans recalled Dan Campbell's words following Detroit's 2023 Championship Game loss.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson was stunned by the Lions' defensive breakdown on the 65-yard touchdown that led to crushing their playoff hopes.
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Minnesota Vikings dealt a lump of coal in their stocking right before Christmas Day game vs. Lions
Ninety minutes before the Minnesota Vikings are set to face off against the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, we saw the inactives drop, and there are multiple big names on it. The Vikings already knew they would be without tight end T.
While Minnesota’s victory was earned thanks to their defense’s stifling performance—sacking Jared Goff five times while forcing Detroit into six total turnovers—it was quarterback Max Brosmer who made some unique NFL history in this one.
Despite already being eliminated from playoff contention, the Vikings got six turnovers and ended Detroit's chances on Thursday.
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell spotlights the amazing effort that Andrew Van Ginkel and the defense put forth in Christmas win vs. Lions