Vikings at Lions

History: Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions

• All-Time Record: The Vikings are 80-45-2 (all regular season) against the Lions. Minnesota's road record against Detroit is 36-27-1.
• Series Notes: This is the earliest the Vikings will head to Detroit since 2019, when they played at Ford Field in October.
• Current Streak: The Vikings have lost five straight games to the Lions.
• Last time in Detroit: Lions won 31-9 on Jan. 5, 2025

Facts to Know

Detroit Lions

• The Lions dominated the league offensively in 2024, ranking No. 1 overall in points per game (33.2) and No. 2 in yards per game (409.5).
• Former Detroit Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson (Bears) and Defensive Coordinator Aaron Glenn (Jets) departed this spring to take over head coach roles.
• The Lions added three cornerbacks in free agency: D.J. Reed, Rock Ya-Sin and Avonte Maddox.

Minnesota Vikings

• In 10 career games against the Lions, Vikings WR Justin Jefferson has totaled 72 catches for 1,208 yards and four touchdowns.
• Jordan Addison recorded the 10th and final touchdown of his rookie season on a 42-yard reception at Ford Field in 2023.
• Ivan Pace, Jr., recorded the ninth quarterback hit of his rookie season at Detroit in 2023.