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NFL News / Total Apex Sports / December 25
Minnesota Vikings Shock the Detroit Lions On Christmas Day
In a game that was equal parts ugly and beautiful, the Minnesota Vikings kept their season alive by absolutely suffocating the Detroit Lions, 23-10. It wasn’t just a win; it was a statement that Brian Flores’ defense can drag this team across the finish line even when the offense forgets to show up.
NFL News / Field Level Media / December 25
Vikings win fourth straight, knock Lions out of playoff race
Jordan Addison broke free for a 65-yard rushing touchdown late in the fourth quarter, and the Minnesota Vikings pulled away for a 23-10 win over the eliminated Detroit Lions on Thursday afternoon in Minneapolis.
Brian Flores News / A to Z Sports / December 25
Brian Flores' defense gives Vikings fans well deserved Christmas present by giving the Lions a giant lump of coal
Going into Thursday afternoon's game against the Detroit Lions, the Minnesota Vikings had struggled to force turnovers. After forcing a whopping 33 last season, Brian Flores' defense had forced just 15 going into Thursday's game, an average of one per game.
The 'NFL's active 300-yard passers' quiz
How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 300 yards in a game can you name in eight minutes?
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
Behind all-time defensive performance, Vikings end Lions' playoff hopes
In completely unorthodox fashion, the Minnesota Vikings just won their fourth game in a row and knocked one of their biggest rivals out of playoff contention.
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 25
Sloppy Lions' window could be closing after being eliminated from playoff contention
The Detroit Lions championship window may be closing.
Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / December 25
Justin Jefferson surpasses Randy Moss for most receiving yards through first six NFL seasons
On Thursday, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson broke the record for the most receiving yards through the first six seasons of an NFL career.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Vikings’ dismal offensive showing in 1st half vs. Lions sets new first in 20 years
Fans tuning in to the Minnesota Vikings’ Christmas Day matchup against the Detroit Lions were treated to a brutal first half of football. Already eliminated from playoff contention, Minnesota is attempting to play spoiler in the Week 17 divisional clash.
Aaron Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Vikings’ Aaron Jones returns to Christmas game vs. Lions after injury scare
With the Minnesota Vikings dealing with injuries on their roster alreadt like to quarterback JJ McCarthy, the team had a concerning scare during its Christmas Day game against the Detroit Lions.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
Aaron Jones injured on uncalled hip-drop tackle by Lions' Jack Campbell
Vikings running back Aaron Jones suffered an apparent lower-body injury on what looked like a clear hip-drop tackle from a Lions defender late in the first half of Thursday's game at U.S.
Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings: Inactives for Week 17 matchup
The Detroit Lions are set to hit the road on Christmas to take on the Minnesota Vikings in what should prove to be a vital NFC North battle. Ahead of that game, both teams have shared their list of inactive players for the Week 17 matchup.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 25
Minnesota Vikings dealt a lump of coal in their stocking right before Christmas Day game vs. Lions
Ninety minutes before the Minnesota Vikings are set to face off against the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, we saw the inactives drop, and there are multiple big names on it.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
Vikings rolling with undrafted QB, O-line loaded with backups on Christmas
Max Brosmer is about to get his moment in the national NFL spotlight on Christmas afternoon. And if he's going to have success against the Lions' defense, he'll likely have to get rid of the ball quickly behind an offensive line playing without three starters.
J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / December 25
Vikings Add Veteran QB After Concerning J.J. McCarthy Injury
The Minnesota Vikings are having arguably the most disappointing season of any team in the NFL. They went 14-3 last year with a chance to clinch the No.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
Kelly's season over, Hockenson among Vikings out for Xmas battle with Detroit
The Vikings will be significantly shorthanded when they face the Detroit Lions on Christmas afternoon, as numerous players are out with injuries for the penultimate game of the season.
Ryan Kelly News / Field Level Media / December 24
Vikings place C Ryan Kelly on IR after latest concussion
Ryan Kelly's season is done. The Minnesota Vikings placed the center on injured reserve Wednesday after he suffered his third concussion of the year Sunday against the New York Giants.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 24
Minnesota Vikings end season for one starter among roster moves, and it could be a sign of things to come
The Minnesota Vikings are going into their Christmas Day matchup with the Detroit Lions a very beat up team. The final injury report released on Wednesday afternoon emphasized that, as tight end T.J.
Jordan Mason News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 24
Jordan Mason among players ruled out vs. Lions on Christmas
The Minnesota Vikings will be without J.J. McCarthy for their matchup against the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day. The second-year QB suffered a hairline fracture in his right hand during Minnesota’s Week 16 win over the New York Giants.
Henry Byrd News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 24
Vikings Signing G Henry Byrd To Two-Year Deal
Per his agency JL Sports, the Vikings are signing G Henry Byrd to a two-year contract extension. Byrd, 26, went undrafted out of Princeton in 2023 and caught on with the Broncos soon after.
Ty Chandler News / Pro Football Rumors / December 24
Vikings Activate RB Ty Chandler From IR
The Vikings will welcome back Ty Chandler for the final two weeks of the season. The team announced that they’ve activated the running back from injured reserve.
J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / December 23
Latest J.J. McCarthy setback raises further doubts about his future with Vikings
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is running out of opportunities to prove he belongs in the team's long-term plans.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / December 22
J.J. McCarthy's latest injury raises more concerns about durability
The Vikings are clearly banking on him becoming a franchise QB after they took him with pick No. 10 in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Christian Darrisaw News / Pro Football Rumors / December 19
Vikings To Place Christian Darrisaw On IR
The Vikings placed linebacker Jonathan Greenard and safety Josh Metellus on injured reserve earlier this week, ending their seasons. Add left tackle Christian Darrisaw to the list.
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