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IT’S CHRISTMAS TIME IN HOLLIS, QUEENS! And also here at The Daily Norseman and lots of other places as well. On this Christmas Day, some of us. . .and, we hope, some of you as well. . .will be spending some of our time watching our Minnesota Vikings take the field in their “Winter Whiteout” […]
From Daily Norseman | 26 days ago | 0 reads
The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings face off on Christmas afternoon—the middle game of an NFL tripleheader. While the stakes may not be as high as the Lions or Vikings want, it is still an opportunity to take part in one of our biggest passions, and surrounded by loved ones, no less. This game is […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 26 days ago | 0 reads
Oddsmakers project the Minnesota Vikings (7-8) to see their three-game winning streak come to an end, as they are 7.5-point underdogs in a matchup with the Detroit Lions (8-7) on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at U.S. Bank Stadium. The over/under for the game is set at 43. Ready to watch the game? Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! How to watch Lions vs. Vikings: TV channel & live stream TV channel: Netflix Lions Insights The Lions ra...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 26 days ago | 0 reads
When the Minnesota Vikings (7-8) host the Detroit Lions (8-7) on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at U.S. Bank Stadium, they will look to build on a three-game winning streak. Lions vs. Vikings Odds Point Spread The spread for this matchup is set at 7.5 points, with oddsmakers listing the Lions as the favorites. Moneyline As for the moneyline, the Lions have -375 odds to pick up the win, while the Vikings are listed at +297 to claim victory. Over/Under Finally, the over/under for the ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 26 days ago | 4 reads
It’s time to have a look at the final injury reports for the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions as they head into their Christmas Day matchup at U.S. Bank Stadium. Here’s the rundown of everyone who’s been given an injury designation by both clubs. Detroit Lions Yes, the Lions decided to list nearly a […]
From Daily Norseman | 26 days ago | 0 reads
Fantasy Football Expert Justin Edwards looks at the current Fantasy Football Defense rankings and projections for Week 17. “Looking for Week 17 Streamers at defense? Our Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings will help point you in the right direction.” 2025 Fantasy Football Defense Rankings *As always, the projections and rankings are courtesy of 4for4’s Fantasy Football Defense rankings ! # Team FF Pts 1 Broncos 11.2 2 Patriots 8.3 3 Steelers 7.6 4 Lions 6.6 5 Texans...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 26 days ago | 6 reads
The Minnesota Vikings (7-8) are listed as an underdog by 8.5 points as they aim to keep their three-game winning streak alive in a matchup against the Detroit Lions (8-7) on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at U.S. Bank Stadium. Lions vs. Vikings Game Info When: Thursday, December 25, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. ET Where: U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota TV info: Netflix Lions vs. Vikings Odds Favorite Total Detroit Moneyline Minnesota Moneyline BetMGM L...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 26 days ago | 2 reads
In preparation for their Christmas Day game against the Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions have elevated two players from their practice squad. Just like last week, the Lions are temporarily bringing up tight end Giovanni Ricci and offensive lineman Kingsley Eguakun. Eguakun got his first career start on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, serving as […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 26 days ago | 2 reads
The Detroit Lions (8-7) and Minnesota Vikings (7-8) have declared their Week 17 injury designations ahead of their Thursday afternoon matchup on Christmas Day. While the Lions have been dealing with some significant injuries of late, the Vikings will be without three starters and one rotational player who served as a starter for most of […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 26 days ago | 0 reads
NFL Christmas Football Week 17 Christmas afternoon brings a stark contrast in motivations when the Detroit Lions visit U.S. Bank Stadium to face the Minnesota Vikings in a game that means everything to one team and provides sweet revenge opportunity for the other. Detroit arrives desperate, clinging to mathematical playoff possibilities after back-to-back devastating losses, […]
From Gridiron Experts | 26 days ago | 3 reads
The Raiders claimed DT Brodric Martin off waivers on Thursday, and the former Detroit Lions third rounder now heads to Las Vegas where in year three he’s only logged 63 career snaps. Martin stands at an impressive 6’5, 330 and plays, as expected, your traditional 0/1 tech as a true nose tackle. Originally a consensus […]
From Silver And Black Pride | 26 days ago | 0 reads
The Detroit Lions (8-7) and Minnesota Vikings (7-8) will square off in a Week 17 NFC North battle on Christmas Day. Because the Lions and Vikings have already played this season, this week’s Honolulu Blueprint will look a bit different. Instead of starting from scratch, we will revisit the keys to victory from Week 9, examine […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 26 days ago | 4 reads
Welcome back to STEP Differential. STEP stands for Sack + Turnover(x2) + Explosive Play Differential. Make sure you’re flipping through pages 2-5 to see everything broken out by component and the overall performance of the STEP Differential in individual games. Infogram below: Maybe Ben Johnson was the difference for the Lions the last few years, […]
From Windy City Gridiron | 26 days ago | 0 reads
This year’s Christmas Day contest between the Detroit Lions and our Minnesota Vikings from U.S. Bank Stadium is being advertised as a game that is exclusive to Netflix. However, if you are in a couple of locations, there will be local affiliates broadcasting the game in the event that you do not subscribe to the […]
From Daily Norseman | 26 days ago | 2 reads
The Detroit Lions’ playoff chances are little to none, but the boys in Honolulu Blue still have to suit up again on Christmas Day. They leave their families (or put them in planes) to head to Minnesota to take on the 7-8 Vikings. Detroit has dropped in nearly every power ranking, as many agree they’re […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 26 days ago | 2 reads
For the first time ever, the Detroit Lions will be featured live on streaming giant Netflix, as they take on the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day at 4:30 p.m. ET. For some, that may be an exciting new platform to catch their favorite team. But for most, I sense, it’s yet another streaming service to […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 27 days ago | 2 reads
My hopes were high for my bold prediction last week before kick off, but quickly the prediction was wrong. This time, my prediction has four quarters to stay alive. On Christmas afternoon, the Detroit Lions travel on the road to take on the Minnesota Vikings in a complete 180 from last season’s ending. While the […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 27 days ago | 2 reads
The Detroit Lions aren’t quite dead yet. If the improbable results of them finishing out by winning their two remaining games (at Vikings, at Bears), combined with the Green Bay Packers losing out (vs. 49ers, at Vikings), happen, the Lions will have managed to sneak their way into the postseason. But after Sunday’s loss to […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 27 days ago | 1 read
The Detroit Lions come into town on Christmas Day to take on our Minnesota Vikings. This game probably looked a lot juicier at the beginning of the season. Both teams have had disappointing seasons and the Lions are likely to join the Vikings in the land of the eliminated soon.. The Vikings went on the […]
From Daily Norseman | 27 days ago | 3 reads
At 4:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, the Minnesota Vikings (7-8) are at home against the Detroit Lions (8-7). Who are the top players to think about from a daily fantasy perspective when these two teams duke it out? Read on to find out. Lions vs. Vikings Game Info When: Thursday, December 25, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. ET Where: U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota TV info: Netflix Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions apply) Lions DFS Projections Salary values ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 27 days ago | 2 reads
The Detroit Lions (8-7) and Minnesota Vikings (7-8) have released their latest injury reports as both teams prepare for a Christmas Day showdown. The Lions held another walkthrough on Tuesday, meaning each player’s practice participation level is estimated by the coaching staff, projecting each injured player’s involvement had there been a regular practice. Let’s take […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 27 days ago | 6 reads
2) Finally, everyone can shut up about Drake Maye not having a 300-yard passing game. Not that he NEEDED a 380-yard game to prove how well he was playing this year for the 12-3 Patriots. But the box score watchers weren’t going to be satisfied until he did. Well, there you go: 380 and a […]
From Windy City Gridiron | 27 days ago | 0 reads
The Las Vegas Raiders claimed defensive tackle Brodic Martin to their 53-man roster late last week. Let’s take a closer look at Martin: Size: 6-5, 330 pounds. NFL experience: The Detroit Lions drafted him in the third round in 2023. He played in five games with one start in two seasons for the Lions. He […]
From Silver And Black Pride | 27 days ago | 0 reads
Right around 48 hours out from their Christmas Day game against the Detroit Lions, we have the answer to who will be starting at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17. . .and it will not be J.J. McCarthy. Head coach Kevin O’Connell announced just moments ago that McCarthy has a hairline fracture in […]
From Daily Norseman | 27 days ago | 3 reads
The Detroit Lions (8-7) fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers 29-24 in Week 16, a game that delivered a massive blow to the Lions’ chances of making the postseason. Despite being touchdown favorites, the Lions were never able to gain control of the game and once again failed to live up to their potential. Let’s take […]
From Pride Of Detroit | 27 days ago | 1 read