Overview
- Detroit fell to 8-8 and was knocked out of playoff contention with a 23-10 defeat in Minneapolis, capping a three-game skid after a 15-2 season in 2024.
- Jared Goff was involved in five of Detroit’s six turnovers, including two interceptions, drawing national criticism for an error-strewn performance in a must-win game.
- Protection and run-game issues persisted after center Frank Ragnow’s retirement and injuries across the offensive line, with Taylor Decker unavailable and Penei Sewell limited.
- Dan Campbell said he and GM Brad Holmes will evaluate “a lot of things,” as coaching changes, play-calling decisions and roster durability face scrutiny following the setback.
- A subsequent Packers loss highlighted the missed opportunity, while Detroit now weighs playing to win in Week 18 against Chicago versus maximizing draft position and a softer 2026 schedule.