Overview
- Minnesota’s defense sacked Jared Goff five times, intercepted him twice and helped force six giveaways that swung field position throughout.
- Rookie Max Brosmer started for Minnesota with J.J. McCarthy sidelined by a fractured throwing hand and delivered a cautious, error-free outing.
- Jordan Addison broke free for a 65-yard touchdown run late, complementing an 11-point night from kicker Will Reichard.
- The defeat left Detroit at 8-8 alongside Minnesota and confirmed Green Bay at least as a wild-card entrant, changing the NFC North picture.
- A viral clip alleging officiating interference circulated after the game, but reports identified the person shown as an NFL communications technician whose duties are technical support, not officiating.