Vikings, NFC and Lions

Battle for NFC's No. 1 seed: Three reasons why Vikings are a stronger Super Bowl contender than Lions
The winner will be the No. 1 seed and won't have to go outdoors all postseason. The loser will fall to the No. 5 seed and will likely have to win three road games to make the Supe
Exact moment Kevin O'Connell knew Vikings could contend for Super Bowl
With the Vikings primed to clinch the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, Kevin O'Connell recalled when he knew they could contend for a Super Bowl.
Lions and Vikings wrap up NFL's regular season by playing for top seed in NFC
Pregame analysis and predictions of the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions NFL game to be played on January 5, 2025 on ESPN.
Lions-Vikings showdown will decide NFC North title, top seed in playoffs
The winner earns the NFC North title, home-field advantage until the Super Bowl and a coveted bye in the playoffs.
Lions host Vikings on Sunday night, winner earns No. 1 seed in NFC and loser falls to No. 5 seed
The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings will wrap up the NFL's regular season on Sunday night with a lot at stake.
Vikings at Lions: NFC North, playoff bye on line Sunday night
Members of the Pioneer Press sports staff who cover the Vikings make their picks for this week’s regular-season finale against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field: DANE MIZUTANI Vikings 35, Lions 34: This is going to be a slugfest.
Vikings, Lions set for top seed clash
The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings will wrap up the NFL's regular season with an unprecedented matchup and much at stake Sunday night.

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Detroit Lions, Vikings and Preview

Sam Darnold, Andrew Van Ginkel, four other Vikings named to NFC Pro Bowl roster
Many Vikings players are having career years, and many will be going to the Pro Bowl Games on Feb. 2 in Orlando, Fla. Unless ...
ESPN Drops Super Bowl 59 Predictions Before Week 18
Ahead of each team’s final regular season game, ESPN’s Ben Solak previewed the NFL playoffs. He discussed his most dangerous ...
Lions vs. Vikings: Is Jared Goff the antidote to blitz-happy Minnesota defense?
In a 31-29 victory over Minnesota in October, Lions QB Jared Goff completed 10 of 11 pass attempts for 164 yards and 2 TDs ...
It's time to pay attention: Sam Darnold and the Vikings, winners of nine straight, could be Super Bowl-worthy
It could've been a foreboding sign for the visiting Green Bay Packers, who would soon fall into a deep hole against their ...
Vikings’ playoff hopes (and Super Bowl dreams?) may come down to these concerns
Minnesota is 13-2 and fighting for the No. 1 seed. But there are several significant concerns with this team as the playoffs ...
How to watch Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions: TV/live stream info for Sunday Night’s NFL game
The Minnesota Vikings face the Detroit Lions this week on Sunday Night Football. The winner takes the NFC's No. 1 seed. Live coverage begins at 7 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
Can Sam Darnold lead the Vikings to the Super Bowl? | The Herd
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Green Bay Packers 27-25, led by a resurgent Sam Darnold. The Vikings are 14-2 and will play ...
Updated Super Bowl 59 odds: Which team has the best shot at dethroning the Chiefs?
The Chiefs’ Super Bowl 59 odds shortened from +450 last week to +375 after a convincing 19-point win over the Steelers. The ...
NFL rumors: How league execs feel about Vikings' Sam Darnold conundrum
Most executives believe that the Minnesota Vikings will retain Sam Darnold in some way this upcoming offseason.