Overview
- Detroit was eliminated from playoff contention and fell to 8-8 with one game left at Chicago in Week 18.
- Jared Goff committed five turnovers (two interceptions, three lost fumbles) as Minnesota’s defense produced six takeaways and five sacks, with Jordan Addison’s 65-yard end-around sealing the win late.
- Rookie undrafted quarterback Max Brosmer started for Minnesota and finished with roughly three net passing yards, underscoring a defense-driven victory that pushed the Vikings to 8-8 and a fourth straight win.
- The Lions announced LB Alex Anzalone and S Thomas Harper were downgraded to out with concussions following the game.
- Head coach Dan Campbell called the loss disappointing and said he and GM Brad Holmes will evaluate everything this offseason, while the result also helped the Packers clinch at least a wild-card berth.