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Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Detroit Lions (6-2) visit the Minnesota Vikings (6-2) on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 8:20 PM ET, at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN. TV: NBC. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions.

NFLSunday, December 20, 2026
Detroit Lions logoDetroit Lions6-2
8:20 PM ETDec 20, 2026
Minnesota Vikings logoMinnesota Vikings6-2
DateDec 20, 2026
Time8:20 PM ET
VenueU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
TVNBC

Team comparison

Detroit LionsMinnesota Vikings
Points per game
27.8
18.3
Points allowed per game
23.6
14.5
6-2Record6-2
2nd in NFC NorthStanding2nd in NFC North
2-2Road record / home record3-1
WWWWLLast 5LLWWW
W4StreakL2

Team stats

Detroit LionsMinnesota Vikings
Points Per Game
27.8
18.3
Total Yards
395.9
285.6
Yards Passing
268.1
179.6
Yards Rushing
127.8
106.0
Points Allowed Per Game
23.6
14.5
Yards Allowed
377.3
305.8
Pass Yards Allowed
283.1
186.9
Rush Yards Allowed
94.1
118.9

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Detroit Lions
Kerby Joseph S · Knee - Not Specified
Out
DJ Wonnum LB · Concussion - Concussion
Questionable
D.J. Reed CB · Hip - Not Specified
Questionable
Jacob Saylors RB · Neck - Not Specified
Questionable
Cade Mays C · Ankle - Sprain
Questionable
Minnesota Vikings
Kyler Murray QB · Hamstring - Strain
Doubtful
Demond Claiborne RB · Knee - Not Specified
Injured Reserve
Jauan Jennings WR · Calf - Not Specified
Questionable
Questionable
Questionable

Recent form

Detroit LionsWWWWL
Nov 8, 2026 · at Miami DolphinsW 19-9
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Minnesota VikingsW 19-15
Oct 25, 2026 · vs Green Bay PackersW 20-17
Oct 11, 2026 · at Arizona CardinalsW 45-21
Oct 4, 2026 · at Carolina PanthersL 26-32
Minnesota VikingsLLWWW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Buffalo BillsL 6-23
Nov 1, 2026 · at Detroit LionsL 15-19
Oct 25, 2026 · vs Indianapolis ColtsW 16-10
Oct 11, 2026 · at New Orleans SaintsW 23-13
Oct 4, 2026 · vs Miami DolphinsW 15-10

Team pages

Detroit Lions
Schedule, roster and statsMinnesota Vikings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?

The game is on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 8:20 PM ET at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN.

How can I watch Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?

TV: NBC.

What are the records of the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings?

Detroit Lions: 6-2. Minnesota Vikings: 6-2.

Who is injured for Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?

Listed out or doubtful: Detroit Lions: Kerby Joseph. Minnesota Vikings: Kyler Murray, Demond Claiborne. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings played?

U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN.

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