The Minnesota Vikings are coming off a loss to the Detroit Lions in the unofficial NFC North division title. The loss means the Vikings now have to face the Rams, the only other team to beat the Vikings in 2024.
Before Sunday Night Football, when the Vikings lost to the Lions, how did former Vikings fare in the NFL?
Let’s take a moment to check in on how some former Vikings performed in Week 18. Plenty have been playing well all year, some in new places again, but one player made his season debut for his new team. Next year, we will have a new batch of players to monitor as the Vikings have several free agents that may be difficult to re-sign.
Nov 24, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is tackled by Carolina Panthers linebacker D.J. Wonnum (98) in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Detroit Lions defensive end Za’Darius Smith (99) celebrates 31-9 win over Minnesota Vikings as he exits the field at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025.
- Three tackles
- One QB hit
- One pass deflection
Dec 8, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) makes a catch against Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean (33) during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
- Six targets
- Five receptions
- 44 receiving yards
Oct 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) throws a pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in overtime at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
- Benched for Michael Penix Jr., did not play at all in Week 18
Sep 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Alexander Mattison (22) rushes for a touchdown during the second half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
- 10 touches
- 31 total yards
Sep 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy (left) and linebacker Eric Kendricks (50) celebrate leaving the field after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Dallas won 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Oct 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) is introduced before the game against the Buffalo Bills at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Stefon Diggs, Wide Receiver – Torn ACL
Jordan Hicks, Linebacker – Concussion