Overview
- Detroit fell 23-10 to the Vikings on Dec. 25, ending its playoff hopes and dropping the Lions to 8-8 with one game left at Chicago.
- The Lions committed six turnovers after entering the game with only eight giveaways all season, a collapse that swung the outcome.
- Jared Goff was involved in five of the turnovers, including two interceptions, drawing national criticism for his performance.
- Coach Dan Campbell, who took over offensive play-calling in early November, said he and GM Brad Holmes will evaluate 'a lot of things' this offseason.
- Analyses cite Frank Ragnow’s retirement and subsequent injuries along the line as foundational issues, while media reactions labeled the loss a low point even as no immediate firings were announced.