The Detroit Lions couldn't capitalize on the week off, falling at home 27-24 to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 9. The Lions struggled to execute after a week off, notably on offense and special teams. Despite holding the Vikings to just 258 total yards, Minnesota made enough plays to outscore a shaky Lions team that just didn't look ready to play.

The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings face off in Week 9 in a big NFC North showdown. The 5-2 Lions are looking to stay near the top of the NFC race and hope to eventually catch the division-leading Green Bay Packers,

Decades of fierce competition, yet they've never met in the playoffs. Discover how this historic rivalry became so one-sided.

1:55 -- Life for the Lions. Jared Goff hits Jameson Williams along the near sideline over the top and he hauls it in and dives in for a 37-yard touchdown. Detroit within one score with just under two minutes left. Game isn’t over quite yet. Vikings 27, Lions 24

The Detroit Lions were stunned by J.J. McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings in a Week 9 NFC North showdown at Ford Field. Here are the highlights.

In a division showdown at Detroit Lions’ Ford Field, the Minnesota Vikings scraped out a gritty 27-24 win over the Lions, and it felt like more than just a win. It felt like a statement. They snapped their skid and asserted themselves in a tight NFC ...

Christian Mahogany is targeting the Detroit Lions' Dec. 14 game against the Los Angeles Rams as his return from a broken leg suffered in Week 9.

The Detroit Lions warmed up for their Thanksgiving Day game against the Green Bay Packers by defeating the New York Giants in overtime.

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Warren Brinson earned himself Madden Team of the Week honors with his performances against Minnesota and Detroit in the EA Sports’ combined roster for Weeks 12 and 13 (merged due to holiday).