The Minnesota Vikings played against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. The game took place on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at 4:30 PM. The Vikings won with a score of 23–10.

Key performances included Andrew Van Ginkel and Blake Cashman, who made significant contributions to the Vikings’ defense. On the Lions’ side, Isaac TeSlaa scored the team’s only touchdown. The Vikings’ strong rushing game helped them secure the win.

The Minnesota Vikings took control early, scoring a touchdown in the first quarter. They added two more field goals in the third quarter and finished with a strong fourth quarter, scoring another touchdown and a field goal. The Vikings’ ground game was key, with 158 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The Detroit Lions struggled to score, with only one touchdown in the second quarter and a field goal in the fourth. The Lions had 231 total yards, with 163 coming from the air. They faced challenges with two interceptions and managed only 68 rushing yards. Despite having more time of possession, they couldn’t convert it into enough points.

Isaac TeSlaa stood out for the Detroit Lions. He caught a touchdown pass and gained 49 receiving yards. His performance added 10.9 fantasy points to his stats.

On the defensive side, Aidan Hutchinson and Al-Quadin Muhammad played well. Hutchinson earned 16.2 fantasy points, and Muhammad had 11.5. They were key players for the Lions’ defense.

For the Minnesota Vikings, Andrew Van Ginkel led the defense. He earned 16.45 fantasy points. Blake Cashman also performed well with 16.0 fantasy points. Kicker Will Reichard contributed with 15.0 fantasy points, making three field goals in the game.

What’s Next

The Minnesota Vikings now have a record of 8-8 for the season. This win puts them in third place in the NFC North Division. They share this record with the Detroit Lions, who are in fourth place due to tiebreakers. Head-to-head, the Vikings have won both games against the Lions this season. The Lions lost to the Vikings 27-24 earlier in the season. These wins give the Vikings an edge in their division rivalry.

The Detroit Lions will play against the Chicago Bears next. This game is set for Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 12:00 AM. The Lions will be playing away at Soldier Field.

The Minnesota Vikings will face the Green Bay Packers next. Their game is also on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 12:00 AM. The Vikings will be playing at home in U.S. Bank Stadium.

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