The Vikings head into the playoffs off the back of their worst loss of the season. It was a demoralizing defeat in Detroit that they'll be hearing about all week leading into Monday night's wild-card round finale against the Rams.

The Detroit Lions defense held Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold to a 43.9% completion percentage and just 166 yards passing in a 31-9 win.

Minnesota (14-2) brings a nine-game winning streak into a matchup with Detroit (14-2) on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Ford Field. The Lions are significant favorites in this one, with the spread

Time after time, the Minnesota Vikings had receivers open down the field in Detroit that Sam Darnold didn't connect with on a frustrating night that prevented them from taking the

After failing to capitalize on their opportunities in the early stages of the game, the Vikings ended up getting thoroughly dominated in a 31-9 loss to the Lions on Sunday night at Ford Field in Detroit.