Postgame Analysis: Vikings 34, Lions 24
The Minnesota Vikings returned to form on Sunday at the Metrodome as they put together a complete performance to defeat the Detroit Lions 34-24 -- their second victory over the Lions this season.
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The Minnesota Vikings returned to form on Sunday at the Metrodome as they put together a complete performance to defeat the Detroit Lions 34-24 -- their second victory over the Lions this season.
Detroit Lions defensive end Cliff Avril left the game against Minnesota in the third quarter with a head injury.
Vikings GM Rick Spielman walked down the Metrodome stairs to the locker room after Minnesota's victory over the Detroit Lions with a look of relief more than excitement washed over his face.
Calvin Johnson had 207 yards on 12 catches, including a touchdown but the Detroit Lions fall short losing to the Minnesota Vikings 34-24 on Sunday.
For the Lions, star receiver Calvin Johnson (knee) and defensive end Cliff Avril (back) are active after being listed as questionable.
When it comes to tailgating before a Lions game in downtown Detroit, there are a few options for those who will be celebrating a bit before the contest.
Trying for a season-high third straight victory, the visiting Lions look to avenge an earlier defeat to the Vikings by handing their division foe a third consecutive loss Sunday.
For the second time this season, the Lions have stepped in to "clarify" comments superstar Calvin Johnson made about his own injuries.
The Lions (4-4) face a pivotal game Sunday when they visit the Minnesota Vikings (5-4).
Calvin Johnson didn't practice for the Lions on Thursday — and that's a report Detroit fans may need to get used to.
A 19-year-old man has pleaded no contest to involuntary manslaughter stemming from the heroin-overdose death of the 18-year-old son of former NFL quarterback Erik Kramer.
The so-called son of Detroit, Kid Rock, is scheduled to perform during halftime of the Lions' 73rd Thanksgiving Day Classic vs. the Houston Texans on Nov. 22.
In the darkest of the Lions dark days during the last decade, there was any number of stats that summed up their total futility.
Adrian Peterson is only getting better as the season wears on, producing at a level that matches what he did before going down with a major knee injury last December.
Calvin Johnson is still a top five player even though his production is down and he went through a horrible case of the dropsy's.
So Pro Football Weekly printed more anonymous criticism about the Lions, again, so Dom Raiola had to answer a bunch of questions about it.
Calvin Johnson may have looked 100 percent on Sunday, but he could sure feel his sore knee.
The disappearance of Minnesota's passing attack has produced plenty of theories from the frustrated fans and myriad analysts following the Vikings.
The Detroit Lions are getting key contributions from players they've drafted the last two years.
On Wednesday afternoon a throng of media showed up to Lions practice with one goal; to get a reaction from center Dom Raiola about a Pro Football Weekly article that came out on Tuesday.
The midseason awards are out, but there's something missing -- and what's missing is recognition for the biggest overachievers and underachievers through the first eight games.
Comments on the Detroit Lions by the AP Pro32 panel
Casey Hampton can hear the chant. It never fails.
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office warns residents about an increase in scam calls, emails and texts from individuals claiming to be sheriff's office employees.
A restaurant employee is accused of stabbing his coworker four times at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills over the weekend.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
A motorcycle and semi-truck crashed on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit on Wednesday, resulting in a closure of the state route during the morning rush.
Much of Metro Detroit will be under a heat advisory on Wednesday afternoon and evening, with severe weather also possible.
Some Metro Detroit schools will send students home early Wednesday because of the high heat in the region.
A motorcycle and semi-truck crashed on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit on Wednesday, resulting in a closure of the state route during the morning rush.
A restaurant employee is accused of stabbing his coworker four times at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills over the weekend.
A 50-year-old worker was rescued nearly five hours after a trench collapse on Tuesday in Oxford Township.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers hit three-run homers during a 10-run sixth inning for the Minnesota Twins to highlight a 15-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
The NFL's thin line between success and failure figures to challenge the Chicago Bears in their bid to repeat as NFC North champions.
The House on Tuesday passed a measure to extend government funding into December, averting a shutdown in the final stretch of the midterm campaign.
A potential wiring issue could lead to vehicles losing power or disruption of other functions, such as windshield wipers and headlights.
Three Michigan school districts are using a specialized clinic to tackle rising healthcare costs.
Michigan's first case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a domestic animal in 2026 has been detected in a horse in Clare County.
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
Tymale Carroll might not be here today if he hadn't been right across the street from Trinity Hospital in Livonia when his heart stopped behind the wheel.
Health officials continue to track an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that affected thousands of people in Southeast Michigan this summer.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers hit three-run homers during a 10-run sixth inning for the Minnesota Twins to highlight a 15-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
Back to school also means back to sports. Detroit's Police Athletic League is helping kids stay active and connected outside of the classroom.
Detroit Lions fans came out to Campus Martius Park on Tuesday for their first chance to purchase the team's new rivalries jersey.
The NFL's thin line between success and failure figures to challenge the Chicago Bears in their bid to repeat as NFC North champions.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration. CBS News has this report.
A man is recovering after his rescue from a trench collapse. Severe storms are possible late Wednesday. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Happy Hump Day Family! A few morning showers and thunderstorms possible, then becoming mostly sunny, high 94°. Heat index 102°. Heat advisory for parts of our area from noon until 8 pm. There is a Slight Risk (2 of 5) for all southeast Michigan as we may see strong to severe storms later afternoon and evening. Main threat damaging winds, heavy rain, and hail.
A crash about 5:45 a.m. Wednesday disrupted traffic along eastbound Interstate 94 in Wayne County.
A shooting early Wednesday along Arden Park in Detroit has left one man dead.