Vikings Players’ Families Report Harassment by Lions Fans at Ford Field
Family members of Minnesota Vikings players allege inappropriate behavior, including heckling and physical contact, by Detroit Lions fans during a pivotal NFC North matchup.
- Whitney Risner, wife of Vikings offensive lineman Dalton Risner, shared on social media that she was heckled, touched, and called names by Lions fans during Sunday night's game.
- Taylor Saunders, girlfriend of Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman, also reported negative experiences, including fans wishing injuries on opposing players.
- Both women highlighted similar incidents during last year’s game at Ford Field, with Risner noting it was the most heckling she had ever experienced at an away game.
- The game marked a significant moment for the Lions, who secured the NFC's No. 1 seed for the playoffs and their second consecutive division title for the first time since the 1950s.
- The Lions and Vikings could face each other again in the playoffs, with tensions possibly carrying over from the regular season finale.