Lions vs. Vikings is the middle game on Christmas, with Detroit having to avoid another loss to keep its season alive.

With their playoff lives on the line, the Detroit Lions produced an absolute dud, turning the ball over six times, forcing zero turnovers and falling to the Minnesota Vikings 23-10. That makes it a Merry Christmas for the Green Bay Packers, who clinch a playoff berth with Detroit's loss.

Will Reichard was snubbed from the Pro Bowl, but Bill Barnwell calls the Minnesota Vikings kicker and All-Pro.

The Minnesota Vikings will head into the 2026 offseason with a five-game winning streak under their belt. They battled back from 4-8 on the season to finish 9-8 and prove that, regardless of the quarterback play, this defense in its current form can help them overcome a lot.

The Vikings quarterback removed himself from the game to receive medical attention. Here's the latest on his injury status vs. the Packers.