Lions rally late to defeat Vikings, ending their undefeated streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
The Detroit Lions defeated the Minnesota Vikings 19-15 on Sunday at Ford Field, handing the Vikings their first loss of the season. After a slow start, the Lions rallied in the second half, bolstered by a strong performance from Jahmyr Gibbs, who rushed for 153 yards and a touchdown. The Vikings, led by Kyler Murray, struggled offensively and managed only a narrow halftime lead. Tensions escalated in the fourth quarter when Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was injured and had to leave the game. The victory improved the Lions’ record to 5-2, while the Vikings dropped to 6-1.
- •Lions score 19 points, Vikings score 15 in close matchup.
- •Jack Campbell left the game with a neck injury.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs recorded 153 rushing yards and one touchdown.
- •Kyler Murray threw for 210 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception.
- •Lions improve to 5-2; Vikings fall to 6-1.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Lions rally late to knock off Kyler Murray and the Vikings, the NFL's last undefeated team
"The Lions flew ahead in the second half to beat the Vikings 19-15 at home on Sunday afternoon, even after losing linebacker Jack Campbell to a scary neck injury.
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