However, the Vikings got two first downs on the final drive to ice their 14th win of the season. Here's what you need to know about the Lions, the battle for the NFC North and the NFC's 1 seed.

There aren't many things to feel positive about the Minnesota Vikings' loss to the Detroit Lions. A 31-9 score looks worse than it was, especially since the game was 10-9 in the third quarter, but the ...

On fourth-and-1 from the Vikings' 9, the Lions kept the offense on the field and Goff hit Gibbs on a quick angle route as a free rusher was bearing down on him. The Lions got first-down ...

Here's a look at how the Lions stifled the Vikings in the red zone, leading to their win on Sunday night. Second-and-goal, Detroit 3-yard line After a short run by Cam Akers on first down ...

the 1-seed and a first-round bye all hanging in the balance. WIN AND IN (1-SEED):Detroit Lions 1 seed path: NFC North title down to Week 18 game vs. Vikings The two teams are a combined 27-4 this ...

During Detroit's 31-9 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night, the second-year Lions running back exploded for a career-high four touchdowns to help Detroit clinch the NFC's No. 1 seed for the ...

During Detroit's 31-9 win over the Minnesota Vikings ... year Lions running back exploded for a career-high four touchdowns to help Detroit clinch the NFC's No. 1 seed for the first time while ...

The Detroit Lions defense held Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold to a 43.9% completion percentage and just 166 yards passing ...

Dan Campbell has redefined four-down territory. The Detroit Lions go for it on fourth down almost anywhere on the field under their aggressive coach, whose fearless mentality has reshaped the ...

The Detroit Lions will have to beat the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18 to win the NFC North, barring a tie. Here's what you ...