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

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,

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.

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 Vikings head into a pivotal matchup in Week 9 against the Lions in what has become a must win early in the season.

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 Chicago Bears were without four players in practice on Wednesday: linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II (shoulder), running back Kyle Monangai (ankle), wide receiver Rome Odunze (foot) and cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (hip). Linebacker T.J. Edwards (hand/hamstring) was the only player limited.

The Lions have pointed to his ability to do that as inspiration and hope for offensive lineman Miles Frazier. The rookie missed all of training camp and the preseason with a knee injury, but has been back at practice after his extended absence.

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).

If the Detroit Lions win four of their final five games, will it be enough to get into the playoffs? We can’t know for sure, but the answer is likely yes.

Thursday's showdown against the Dallas Cowboys is crucial to the Lions' suddenly fraught playoff hopes. The big picture: Detroit's Super Bowl aspirations have crumbled this season under the weight of injuries,

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 ...