Lions’ playoff dreams crushed by six turnovers in costly Vikings loss
The Detroit Lions' playoff hopes have ended after a costly defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. The team's 8-7 record was not enough to secure a wild-card spot, handing the advantage to the Green Bay Packers instead. A string of errors in the latest game sealed their fate.
For most of the season, the Lions had kept mistakes to a minimum. In their first 15 matches, they gave up the ball just eight times. But Thursday's game against the Vikings saw their discipline collapse.
Quarterback Jared Goff struggled under pressure. He threw two interceptions and lost three fumbles, contributing heavily to the six total turnovers. The errors proved too much to overcome, ending Detroit's push for the post-season.
With the loss, the Packers now claim the final wild-card position. The Lions' inconsistent performance in critical moments ultimately decided their season.
The defeat marks the end of Detroit's campaign, leaving them out of the playoffs. Goff's five turnovers in a single game highlighted the team's uncharacteristic struggles. The Packers will now advance as the last wild-card team for the 2025 season.
