Minnesota
Vikings
2-4
8
FINAL
30
Detroit
Lions
1-5
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 1d ago
In a commanding performance, the Detroit Lions topped the Minnesota Vikings 30-8 in Week 8 of the 2026 season. The Lions, looking to solidify their playoff positioning, delivered an all-around effort that showcased their offensive firepower and defensive prowess. Quarterback Justin Fields led the charge for Detroit, throwing for 201 yards, while Tyreek Hill was a standout receiver, racking up 124 yards and a touchdown. Derrick Henry of the Vikings put up a solid effort on the ground with 90 rushing yards, but it wasn't enough to keep pace with the Lions' offensive onslaught. Defensively, the Lions were relentless, with Maxx Crosby recording two sacks and Eric Stokes intercepting two passes, significantly hampering the Vikings' scoring opportunities. The turning point came in the second quarter when Stokes' first interception set up a touchdown drive, giving Detroit a commanding lead they would not relinquish. The Vikings struggled to recover as Detroit's defense tightened its grip, ensuring a decisive victory for the home team.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Justin FieldsQB261869%2010091.9
Marcus MariotaQB351440%1330227.4
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Derrick HenryHB13906.9220201
Mike Washington JrHB13826.3442241
Tyler AllgeierHB22814.0210260
Marcus MariotaQB7263.7—080
Justin FieldsQB5214.2—051
Tyrone Tracy JrHB4143.5—050
Tyreek HillWR263.0—060
Denzel BostonWR155.0—050
Trey BensonHB231.5—020
Elijah HigginsTE111.0—110
KaVontae TurpinWR000.0—001
Ja'Kobi LaneWR100.0—100
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Tyreek HillWR812415.5480370
Zavion ThomasWR55210.4140270
KC Concepcion JrWR55110.2150221
Daniel BellingerTE44411.090240
Ja'Kobi LaneWR12020.020200
Denzel BostonWR2189.030150
KaVontae TurpinWR11414.060140
Mike Washington JrHB252.53070
Elijah HigginsTE133.0—031
Jonnu SmithTE133.0—030
Derrick HenryHB200.01020
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jeremy CrawshawP0000
Jason SandersK11349
Drew StevensK0100
Tress WayP0000