Vikings at Lions
Detroit Lions 36, Minnesota Vikings 22 · LongHallML
Final Score
Vikings 22 3 TD · 0 FG · 2 XP
Lions 36 4 TD · 2 FG · 4 XPJared Goff 358 yds passingJahmyr Gibbs 148 yds rushingAmon-Ra St. Brown 141 yds receivingD.J. Reed 1 tkl defenseTotal yards 242 · 500Passing yards 234 · 352Rushing yards 8 · 148Completions 18/34 · 16/30Yards per carry 1.1 · 4.9Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 1d ago
The Detroit Lions triumphed over the Minnesota Vikings with a final score of 36-22, solidifying their position in the playoff race during Week 8 of the 2026 season. This victory was crucial for the Lions as they look to build momentum heading into the second half of the season.
Jared Goff was the standout performer for Detroit, throwing for 358 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his ability to lead the offense effectively. Jahmyr Gibbs added to the offensive firepower with a stellar 148 rushing yards, while Amon-Ra St. Brown was a reliable target, racking up 141 receiving yards. Together, they formed a formidable trio that kept the Vikings' defense on its heels throughout the game.
Defensively, the Lions made a significant impact, highlighted by Aidan Hutchinson's dominant performance with four sacks, disrupting the Vikings' rhythm. D.J. Reed also played a pivotal role, intercepting three passes, which turned the tide in favor of Detroit. The game's turning point came in the third quarter when Reed's pick set up a touchdown that extended the Lions' lead, ultimately sealing their victory over Minnesota.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | ||||||
| Kyler MurrayQB | 18/34 | 53% | 284 | 3 | 7 | 70.8 |
| Lions | ||||||
| Jared GoffQB | 16/30 | 53% | 358 | 3 | 4 | 89.9 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | |||||||
| Aaron Jones SrHB | 4 | 6 | 1.5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Kyler MurrayQB | 3 | 2 | 0.7 | — | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| T.J. HockensonTE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 30 | 148 | 4.9 | 49 | 1 | 35 | 0 |
| Amon-Ra St. BrownWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | |||||||
| Justin JeffersonWR | 7 | 115 | 16.4 | 36 | 2 | 35 | 0 |
| Jordan AddisonWR | 4 | 81 | 20.3 | 6 | 1 | 30 | 0 |
| T.J. HockensonTE | 3 | 47 | 15.7 | 13 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Jauan JenningsWR | 2 | 27 | 13.5 | 3 | 0 | 28 | 1 |
| Aaron Jones SrHB | 2 | 14 | 7.0 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||||
| Amon-Ra St. BrownWR | 5 | 141 | 28.2 | 96 | 1 | 85 | 0 |
| Jameson WilliamsWR | 3 | 113 | 37.7 | 47 | 2 | 59 | 0 |
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 6 | 62 | 10.3 | 39 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| Sam LaPortaTE | 2 | 42 | 21.0 | 5 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | |||||
| Eric WilsonWILL | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Josh MetellusSS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Andrew Van GinkelREDG | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrison SmithFS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Isaiah Rodgers SrCB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Blake CashmanMIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Byron Murphy JrCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| James PierreCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jay WardSS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Theo JacksonSS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalen RedmondDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dallas TurnerLEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Caleb BanksDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||
| D.J. ReedCB | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack CampbellMIKE | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Aidan HutchinsonLEDG | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brian BranchSS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Keith Abney IICB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Alim McNeillDT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chuck ClarkFS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Devin WhiteWILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Derrick BarnesWILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian IzienSS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Damone ClarkMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerby JosephFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | |||
| Will ReichardK | 0/0 | 2 | 0 |
| Lions | |||
| Jack FoxP | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jake BatesK | 2/2 | 4 | 31 |