Lions at Vikings
Detroit Lions 33, Minnesota Vikings 30 · DINGERZ MADDEN 🏈
Final Score
Lions 33 4 TD · 2 FG · 1 XP
Vikings 30 3 TD · 1 FG · 1 XPKyler Murray 258 yds passingJahmyr Gibbs 73 yds rushingJaxon Smith-Njigba 84 yds receivingD.J. Reed 3 tkl defenseTotal yards 279 · 271Passing yards 206 · 220Rushing yards 73 · 51Completions 10/19 · 18/35Yards per carry 4.6 · 6.3Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 18d ago
In a thrilling Week 15 matchup, the Detroit Lions narrowly defeated the Minnesota Vikings 33-30, keeping their playoff hopes alive in the 2026 season. With both teams fighting for positioning, the stakes were high, making this contest a must-watch for fans and analysts alike.
Offensively, the Lions showcased their firepower with Jared Goff leading the charge, throwing for two touchdowns and key completions. Jahmyr Gibbs contributed significantly on the ground with 73 rushing yards, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba was a reliable target, racking up 84 receiving yards. The Lions' ability to strike quickly and efficiently proved pivotal in securing the victory.
Defensively, the Lions made crucial plays that turned the tide of the game. D.J. Reed was a standout performer, not only leading the team with three tackles but also snagging an interception that halted a potential Vikings scoring drive. Aidan Hutchinson also made his presence felt with two sacks, pressuring the Vikings' Kyler Murray throughout the contest and helping to seal the win for Detroit in the closing moments.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | ||||||
| Jared GoffQB | 10/19 | 53% | 206 | 2 | 3 | 86.6 |
| Vikings | ||||||
| Kyler MurrayQB | 18/35 | 51% | 258 | 2 | 4 | 55.1 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 14 | 73 | 5.2 | 16 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Jordan MasonHB | 8 | 28 | 3.5 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Vikings | |||||||
| Kyler MurrayQB | 3 | 19 | 6.3 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Jordan AddisonWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | |||||||
| Aaron Jones SrHB | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Jauan JenningsWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||||||
| Jaxon Smith-NjigbaWR | 3 | 84 | 28.0 | 39 | 0 | 46 | 0 |
| Amon-Ra St. BrownWR | 3 | 84 | 28.0 | 49 | 2 | 47 | 0 |
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 3 | 26 | 8.7 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Sam LaPortaTE | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Jordan MasonHB | 1 | -1 | -1.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vikings | |||||||
| Justin JeffersonWR | 5 | 77 | 15.4 | 22 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| Jordan AddisonWR | 4 | 57 | 14.3 | 7 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| Josh OliverTE | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Other | |||||||
| Jauan JenningsWR | 3 | 83 | 27.7 | 56 | 1 | 50 | 0 |
| T.J. HockensonTE | 2 | 27 | 13.5 | 14 | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Aaron Jones SrHB | 2 | 12 | 6.0 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||||
| D.J. ReedCB | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Aidan HutchinsonLEDG | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaquan BriskerSS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Derrick BarnesSAM | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerby JosephFS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| D.J. WonnumLEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack CampbellMIKE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kenny Moore IICB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Andrew Van GinkelREDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alim McNeillDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vikings | |||||
| Jakobe ThomasSS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrison SmithFS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Jake GoldayWILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Byron Murphy JrCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh MetellusSS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ivan Pace JrMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Domonique OrangeDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | |||||
| Dallas TurnerREDG | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Isaiah Rodgers SrCB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James PierreCB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Roger McCrearyCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyleik WilliamsDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blake CashmanMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||
| Jack FoxP | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jake BatesK | 2/2 | 1 | 64 |
| Vikings | |||
| Will ReichardK | 1/1 | 1 | 39 |