At first glance, it seemed like a once in a lifetime opportunity.

After the Minnesota Vikings beat the Green Bay Packers ... Ford Field to lock up the top spot in the NFC, a bye in the first round and homefield advantage until the Super Bowl.

Francis averaged only 92.9 mph on his fastball, but it played up to the tune of a plus-13 run value. As long as that remains the case in 2025, he could be the best arm in a rotation that also features ...