The Minnesota Vikings, led by quarterback J.J. McCarthy, face the Detroit Lions, led by quarterback Jared Goff, on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025 at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich.

Simply put, Minnesota is better than its 3-4 record. However, the Vikings' record is probably going to get worse following Sunday's game. Not only are the Lions simply a better team, they're also the fresher one as they are coming off their bye week. Pick: Lions -8.5; Over 48.5

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Preview the Detroit Lions' NFL Week 9 matchup with the Vikings, including live stream, TV channel, odds, and game information.

The race is on for the NFC North Division title, and the Detroit Lions look to keep pace with a Week 9 matchup looming Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. The game is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET with tickets still available to watch live.

The Vikings started today’s game in Detroit with Myles Price’s 61-yard return of the opening kickoff. Late in the game, the Vikings blocked a field goal and returned it 41 yards. In between, the Vikings’ relentless pass rush pressured Lions quarterback Jared Goff all day.