The Detroit Lions may have only scored 19 points against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but what they were able to do to a previously impenetrable defense was breathtaking. Especially because before this game, the Vikings were considered one of the best defenses in the history of this league.
The Lions’ second-half running game — 23 carries for 164 yards (7.1 YPC) and 1 touchdown — not only broke through the 2026 Vikings’ defense, but they also did things that almost never been done to a Vikings defense led by coordinator Brian Flores.
Or, if you’re a more visual learner, just watch the whooping the Lions inflicted on the Vikings via the most advanced metrics:
To recap, in the second half, the Lions:
This was a truly outstanding performance from the Lions offense, despite the low score. In this week’s PODcast, we explain how the Lions broke through the Viking stronghold. We also talk about our thoughts on Jack Campbell’s injury, the progress the defense continues to make, and the rare officiating in the game.
Check out the full show on your favorite podcast platform or listen using the Spotify embed below:
As always, you can watch the video version of the podcast – where we talk about some of the coaching decisions made in this game as well as other action from Sunday’s NFL – on our YouTube page and Twitch channel. You’ll also see some of the Movember celebrations in action, including me doing 10 up-downs and eating ‘dead fish’ flavored jelly beans.
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