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Will the Detroit Lions finally get help in NFC playoff race?
The race for the top seed in the NFC is essentially down to just four teams at this point, with the 11-1 Detroit Lions leading the way. Hot on their trails are the Minnesota Vikings (9-2), Philadelphia Eagles (9-2), and Green Bay Packers (9-3). Every other NFC team has at least five losses, meaning Detroit… Continue reading Will the Detroit Lions finally get help in NFC playoff race?
NFC Notes: Matt Eberflus, Daniel Jones, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears Adam Jahns reported that multiple Bears players were in disbelief regarding how the final seconds were managed on Thanksgiving. Chicago HC Matt Eberflus wanted to reset the final play and snap at 18 seconds and then use the timeout: “Accountability is right here with me.” (Kevin Fishbain) Eberflus elaborated on his thought process: “I… Continue reading NFC Notes: Matt Eberflus, Daniel Jones, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Thanksgiving wins by Lions, Packers put pressure on Vikings to keep pace
The Vikings’ margin for error in the best division in the NFL did not get any smaller on turkey day. The Lions and Packers both secured wins on Thanksgiving and improved to 11-1 and 8-3, respectively. That puts pressure on Minnesota to take care of a good Cardinals team on Sunday, get to 10-2, and… Continue reading Thanksgiving wins by Lions, Packers put pressure on Vikings to keep pace
NFL power rankings Week 13: Vikings deserve mention among Lions, Eagles in NFC
The Minnesota Vikings (9-2) won on the road for the third consecutive week and extended their win streak to four games on Sunday in Chicago. While the national media continues to discuss the NFC as a two-team race for the No. 1 seed, the Vikings are very much alive and in the hunt with the… Continue reading NFL power rankings Week 13: Vikings deserve mention among Lions, Eagles in NFC
NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears The Bears came up short in Week 12 but showed more offensive promise under interim OC Thomas Brown. Chicago QB Caleb Williams explained how Brown has helped him feel more comfortable during the game specifically with communication. “He has a certain aura to him that he just allows you to play free,” Williams said,… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Lions, Eagles Have Killer Instinct That 9-2 Vikings Are Seekings
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) gets sacked by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan … [+] Greenard (58). (Photo by Joseph Weiser/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Vikings are undoubtedly exceeding expectations and they have played sensational football all season. A 9-2 record has them right on the heels of the… Continue reading Lions, Eagles Have Killer Instinct That 9-2 Vikings Are Seekings
NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Jameson Williams, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions Lions WR Jameson Williams trails only Colts WR Alec Pierce in yards per catch 22.4 to 22.7, respectively. Williams isn’t worried about chasing stats and doesn’t pay attention to yards per catch. “Nah, that stat don’t really matter to me,” Williams said, via Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk. “I just look at… Continue reading NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Jameson Williams, Lions, Packers, Vikings
NFC Notes: Jake Bates, Sam Darnold, Jared Goff, Lions, Vikings
Lions Lions K Jake Bates drilled a pair of 50-plus yard field goals including a 58-yarder to help seal Detroit’s improbable comeback in Houston. Bates reflected on his crazy rookie season to this point and being the hero on Sunday Night Football. “I think it almost feels too scripted, it’s too good to be true,”… Continue reading NFC Notes: Jake Bates, Sam Darnold, Jared Goff, Lions, Vikings
Vikings in a good spot, but catching Lions will be tough
With eight weeks left in the NFL season, the Vikings are positioned nicely to make the playoffs, but their margin for error is rather small when it comes to their hopes of catching the Lions and winning the NFC North. At 7-2, the Vikings remain one game behind the 8-1 Lions, who have won seven… Continue reading Vikings in a good spot, but catching Lions will be tough