Jared Goff and Lions Hand Vikings First Loss With 19-15 Victory.
DETROIT — The Detroit Lions earned an important divisional victory Sunday, defeating the Minnesota Vikings 19-15 and handing Minnesota its first loss of the season. Detroit quarterback Jared Goff connected with wide receiver Jameson Williams for a go-ahead touchdown, helping the Lions secure a hard-fought victory. Williams finished with four receptions for 70 yards and a touchdown, while running back Jahmyr Gibbs led Detroit's ground attack with 153 rushing yards and a touchdown on 23 carries. Minnesota quarterback Kyler Murray completed 17 of 29 passes for 210 yards and two touchdowns, but the Vikings struggled to consistently move the ball against Detroit's defense. The Lions held Minnesota scoreless in the first and third quarters, limiting opportunities for the Vikings to establish momentum. Detroit improved to 5-2, while Minnesota fell to 6-1. The result gives the Lions an important victory in the NFC North race.
