Detroit Lions game live updates today vs. Vikings

Photo gallery from Vikings at Lions in Week 9

The Detroit Lions came out of the bye week with a chance to gain ground in the division race, against NFC North rival Minnesota, but had a season high in penalties and sacks allowed, losing 27-24 on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Detroit Lions guard Christian Mahogany (73) is carted off the field after sustaining an injury during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)…

How J.J. McCarthy Fared in First Start Back From Injury With Vikings

Minnesota upset the Lions on the road to get back to .500.

Vikings vs. Lions: Live updates from J.J. McCarthy's return

J.J. McCarthy is back at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday in NFL Week 9.

Recap: Comeback falls short as McCarthy, Vikings hold on for 27-24 win over Lions

Follow along here for live updates as the Lions play host to the Minnesota Vikings in an NFC North showdown.

Detroit Lions game live updates today vs. Vikings

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Here's who's in and who's out for Sunday's NFC North clash between the Vikings and Lions

Andrew Van Ginkel returns after missing the last five games with a neck injury.