While Minnesota’s victory was earned thanks to their defense’s stifling performance—sacking Jared Goff five times while forcing Detroit into six total turnovers—it was quarterback Max Brosmer who made some unique NFL history in this one.

A lot can change in a year. Just ask the Lions and Vikings, whose Christmas Day game was expected to amount to much more.

The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 23-10 on Christmas Day at U.S. Bank Stadium. The defense generated six turnovers, and Jordan Addison broke the game open with a 65-yard touchdown run.

The Detroit Lions lost to the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day, 23-10, as six turnovers ended their hopes of the playoffs.

Olympic gymnast Suni Lee took on a new role while attending the Christmas Day matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions.

Detroit needs a win to keep playoff hopes alive while Vikings will start backup QB Max Brosmer in place of injured J.J. McCarthy. Here's how to watch the holiday action.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison put the nail in the coffin of the Detroit Lions' playoff hopes. The Vikings won Thursday's game, 23-10.

Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is set for 4:30 p.m. ET. The latest Vikings vs. Lions odds have Detroit favored by 7 points, while the over/under for total points scored is 44.5 via DraftKings Sportsbook. Before making any Lions vs. Vikings picks, check out the NFL predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model .

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Follow live coverage of today’s Christmas Day game as the Lions and Vikings square off in an NFC North showdown