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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / The Spun / December 26
Vikings Did Something On Christmas That No NFL Team Has Done In 47 Years
The Minnesota Vikings proved they can win ugly games, defeating the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day. Lions quarterback Jared Goff had no answer for Minnesota's defense on Thursday night.
Harrison Smith News / A to Z Sports / December 26
'Not surprised in any way' -- Harrison Smith's dominant Christmas Day game does more than cement his Hall of Fame legacy
The Minnesota Vikings found a way to get back to o.500 after defeating the Detroit Lions 23-10 on Christmas Day. Not only did it knock the Lions out of the playoffs, but Brian Flores' defense stole the show.
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?
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.
Justin Jefferson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
Justin Jefferson hits a milestone, has one game left to reach 1K yards
Justin Jefferson had a quiet game along with the rest of the Vikings' offense in Thursday's win over the Lions, but he did set his annual NFL record. And with one game to play in Minnesota's season, 1,000 yards is well within reach for the superstar receiver.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell’s ‘proud’ reaction to upsetting Lions behind 6 turnovers
The Minnesota Vikings knew they would need to rely heavily on their defense in order to beat the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, but few fans could have genuinely predicted the dominant outing they were treated to on Thursday.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
The strangest and most interesting stats from a unique Vikings victory
That was a unique one. In their 23-10 win over the Lions on Christmas Day, the Vikings won the turnover battle 6-0 and managed just 3 net passing yards.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26
Lions get clowned after being eliminated in embarrassing fashion vs. Vikings
The Detroit Lions got a huge serving of fan shaming this holiday season.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Vikings set all kinds of records after beating Lions with 3 passing yards
If you asked any Minnesota Vikings fan what they wanted for Christmas, a win over the Detroit Lions was probably at the top of the list. But doing it with just three, yes, three, net passing yards?
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 26
Vikings' win over Lions featured historically inept passing performance
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.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 25
5 things that stood out from the Vikings' turnover-filled win over Detroit
Every time you watch a Minnesota Vikings game, you might just see something (or multiple somethings) you've never seen before. That was the case on this
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.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 26
Sloppy Lions' window could be closing after being eliminated from playoff contention
The Detroit Lions championship window may be closing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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