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Vikings Rookie Report: Week 8 Arrives with MIN Needing More from Young Lads
By Katherine Langford
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Katherine Langford
Katherine Langford
Editor-in-Chief · Edina, MN
Katherine oversees editorial operations across all six brands. Before joining The Meridan Group, she spent 14 years at the Minneapolis Star Tribune, where she led the metro desk through its digital transformation. She holds a Master's in Journalism from Northwestern's Medill School.
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The Minnesota Vikings (6-0) and Detroit Lions (4-2) will face off on Sunday at Ford Field. Minnesota won 16-10 last week at home against the Indianapolis Colts. Detroit won 20-17 at home against the Green Bay Packers. If Detroit wants to compete for the NFC North, they need to win this game. A loss would not make it impossible, but definitely would make it much tougher. The Vikings v. Lions in Week 8 Minnesota leads the all-time series 82-45-2, including winning the past two meetings. Dec 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) celebrates after catching an interception against the Detroit Lions in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect These two teams faced each other in the Motor City last season in Week 9. J.J. McCarthy went 14/25 for 143 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception. Aaron Jones rushed for 78 yards on nine carries. Justin J
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