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J.J. McCarthy gets emotional after Vikings beat Lions, 27-24: 'It was awesome'

In his first game in six weeks, J.J. McCarthy and his healthy ankle led the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. McCarthy threw for 143 yards, two touchdowns and ran for another as the Vikings are now 4-4.

Will Vikings RB Aaron Jones miss time with shoulder injury?

Aaron Jones left the Vikings’ 27-24 win vs. the Lions with a shoulder injury after rushing for 78 yards. Learn more about his status.

Vikings' Rodgers thinks refs missed a penalty on Lions' final touchdown

Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers thinks the officials missed a penalty by Lions receiver Jameson Williams late in Minnesota's 27-24 win in Detroit on Sunday.

J.J. McCarthy, Vikings ride 'blue-collar' mindset to upset of Lions

J.J. McCarthy, starting just his third game because of injuries, showed off his "blue-collar" mindset as he led the Vikings to an upset victory against the Lions.

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

Lions start from their own 28 for their second drive, but it goes nowhere as a false start from LaPorta gets them into a third-and-15 as Williams loses two yards on a screen pass. Jack Fox comes out for the first punt today as it bounces forward before being downed at the Minnesota 36. (7:48)

Studs and Duds from Lions' Week 9 loss to Vikings

The Detroit Lions lost to the Minnesota Vikings 27-24 in what turned out to be a pivotal week of NFC North football. The Lions were coming off their Week 8 bye against Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy in his third start,
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Vikings vs. Lions highlights | Week 9

Highlights from the Week 9 matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions during the 2025 NFL season.

Vikings vs. Lions: Where to watch NFL Week 9, betting odds, score prediction, sportsbook promos, SGP picks

The SportsLine Projection Model agrees with two legs of the SGP above, as it backs Lions -8.5 and the Over on 47.5 Detroit covers the spread in 54% of simulations, and the Over hits in 58% of simulations. The model is backing Minnesota on the money line, though, as the Vikings win in 26% of simulations to bring value as +368 underdogs.

Lions QB Jared Goff takes his share of blame for Detroit's loss to the Vikings

The Lions also struggled in the running game. The Vikings give quarterbacks fits with their varied blitz packages, but teams have been able to run against them. David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs, though, managed 65 yards on 20 carries with a long of 11 yards.

MN Vikings Still Looking for QB Help at NFL Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Vikings may not be done with their veteran quarterback search, according to a new report from NFL insider Adam Schefter.
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