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The Minnesota Vikings are trying to practice the process of winning in December despite being eliminated from contention for the playoffs.
When the Vikings lost four straight games in November, it looked like defensive coordinator Brian Flores wouldn't be a hot name in this year's head coaching carousel. Now, after four-straight wins, allowing only 12.3 points per game, he has re-established himself as one of the best assistant coaches in the NFL.
The Minnesota Vikings brought Christmas cheer, winning their fourth in a row against the Detroit Lions. But how did the players fare for fantasy?
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Vikings eliminate Lions with defense-dominating 23-10 victory, racking up 6 turnovers and 5 sacks
Jordan Addison took a jet sweep handoff 65 yards for the game-sealing touchdown with 3:43 left after the Minnesota Vikings forced six turnovers and eliminated the Detroit Lions from contention for the playoffs with a 23-10 victory.
The Minnesota Vikings dominated the Detroit Lions on defense, winning 23-10 on Christmas Day to leapfrog their division foes in the NFC North.
The Minnesota Vikings have lots of questions to ponder regarding J.J. McCarthy as the 2025 season comes to a close.
A historic performance from the Vikings' defense overshadowed a forgettable afternoon for Max Brosmer and the offense on Christmas Day against the Lions. Here are the most notable snap counts, Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades and more from Thursday's win over Detroit.