The multitude of defensive problems are stark for an expensive and veteran-laden group, but the Vikings insist they can change the trajectory of the season.

Lions All-Pro safety and noted Vikings villain Kerby Joseph will miss Sunday's game against Minnesota due to a knee injury, Dan Campbell said on Friday. He's getting healthier but isn't ready to make his return to action yet.

Get a prediction, pick and odds for the NFL Week 9 matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings.

Preview the Week 9 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

The matchup between the two kickers could have a defining role in Sunday's game. Vikings kicker Will Reichard has made 14-of-16 kicks, with a 5-of-7 clip from 50 yards and beyond. Meanwhile, Lions kicker Jake Bates is 8-of-11 with a 2-of-5 mark from 50-plus.

USA Today's NFL experts make their picks for a Week 9 showdown between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings

NFL Fantasy Analysts Michael F. Florio and Adam Rank give their fantasy football biggest "treats" and must starts for the Week 9 matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions.

The Detroit Lions are rested coming off a bye week, relatively healthy and ready to roll for a 10-game stretch to improve their positioning in the NFC.