With their latest loss, the Detroit Lions are officially out of the playoff picture for the 2025 season. Detroit's playoff dreams landed with a thud in Thursday's Christmas showing with the Minnesota Vikings, as they lost 23-10 to officially be eliminated from postseason contention.
The Detroit Lions’ chase for a ticket to the NFL playoffs ended in embarrassing fashion Thursday night. Needing a win to keep their postseason hopes alive, the Lions instead saw its offense crash and burn in a 23-10 loss at U.S.
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On Thursday, the Detroit Lions were back in action. They were one of six teams to be in action on Christmas, battling NFC North foe the Minnesota Vikings. With the Vikings eliminated from playoff contention and Detroit’s hopes hanging by a thread, this was the last gasp and last chance for the Lions.
The Minnesota Vikings played the role of spoiler on Christmas. Their 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions officially eliminated their divisional rival from playoff contention.
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.
The Detroit Lions have been eliminated from playoff contention following their shocking loss to the Minnesota Vikings. It will be the first time since 2022 that the Lions will miss the playoffs.
Just one more game, Detroit Lions fans. That's all you have to get through. Just one more game, and this season can mercifully end, and we can get to exciting things like mock drafts, offensive coordinator searches, free agency, and the draft.
The Detroit Lions were in an important battle Thursday night against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, and it did not end well for Dan Campbell’s squad, as they suffered a 23-10 loss.
Lions HC Dan Campbell broke down the recent defensive breakdown during the team’s loss to the Steelers. “Look, as you guys know, the rush and coverage always go together, and we have not worked in unison for a number of plays.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown landed in the record books on Christmas Day. All after grabbing his 100th catch against the Minnesota Vikings.
The Detroit Lions’ offensive line is in rough shape early against the Minnesota Vikings. The Lions began the game without left tackle Taylor Decker and suffered from an early injury to star right tackle Penei Sewell.
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.
The Detroit Lions officially revealed their list of players who will not suit up against the Minnesota Vikings. Earlier on Thursday, the team added left tackle Taylor Decker to the Game Status Report and listed the veteran as questionable.
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery is expected to play against the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday despite dealing with an illness, NFL Network reported.
Injuries have decimated the Detroit Lions all season long, and Thursday's showdown with the Minnesota Vikings will be no different as another safety will be sidelined.
The Detroit Lions announced Wednesday that they’ve elevated OL Kingsley Eguakun and TE Giovanni Ricci to their active roster for Week 17’s game. Ricci, 29, wound up going undrafted out of Western Michigan back in 2020.
The Detroit Lions find themselves in a perilous position heading into the final two weeks of the NFL season, facing potential elimination from playoff contention after a crushing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown registered four catches for 54 yards on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It was not enough to help lead Detroit to victory, though, as Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers secured a pivotal road win at Ford Field, 29-24.
The Detroit Lions might have to consider moving on from a fan favorite this upcoming offseason. Detroit dominated the NFC the last two seasons in large part because of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.