Detroit Lions visit Minnesota Vikings in Week 7 NFC North showdown
(CBS DETROIT) — The Detroit Lions (4-1) are looking to take down the undefeated Minnesota Vikings (5-0) in a matchup of two of the top teams in the NFL.
The Lions are coming off a 47-9 thrashing of the Dallas Cowboys while Minnesota is coming back from their bye week.
Detroit will be without rusher Aidan Hutchinson on Sunday and, likely, for the rest of the season following his fractured tibia during the team's win against Dallas. Starting cornerback Carlton Davis (quad) and guard Kevin Zeitler (groin) are both questionable to play.
On the opposing end, the Vikings will be without linebacker Blake Cashman and cornerback Akayleb Evans. Running back Aaron Jones (hamstring), linebacker Patrick Jones II (shoulder) and defensive tackle Harrison Phillips (shoulder) are all questionable.
Sunday's game takes place at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The last time these two teams met there, the Lions beat the Vikings to seal Detroit's first NFC North title in 30 years.
"What a test we're going to have this week," Lions coach Dan Campbell said. "These guys are playing really good football."
See live updates below.
Vikings kicker makes 42-yard field goal
The Lions lead 28-20 with just over 14 minutes to go in the game following a 42-yard field goal by Vikings kicker Will Reichard.
Lions reclaim lead after passing
After a 21-yard touchdown reception by Kalif Raymond and an extra point from Jake Bates, the Detroit Lions lead the Minnesota Vikings 28-17 with under six minutes left in the third quarter.
Receiver Justin Jefferson scores for Vikings
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson scored a 25-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter.
The Lions still lead the Vikings 21-17 after the extra point from Will Reichard.
Lions lead Vikings 21-10 at the half
Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs scored his second rushing touchdown of the game with less than a minute left in the second quarter to help put the Lions ahead 21-10.
The Vikings will receive the ball at the start of the second half.
Lions take 14-10 lead after 35-yard touchdown pass
The Lions are now in the lead in the second quarter after a 35-yard pass from Jared Goff to receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown.
Jake Bates kicked the extra point and Detroit is leading 14-10 with just under nine minutes left in the second quarter.
Montgomery returns to the game in second quarter
Lions running back David Montgomery is back in the game.
Montgomery was questionable to return after sustaining a knee injury after a rushing play in the first quarter.
Lions RB Gibbs scores on 45-yard run
The Lions are now on the board thanks to a 45-yard touchdown run from running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
After the extra point from kicker Jake Bates, the Lions trail the Vikings 10-7 with just under 14 minutes left in the second quarter.
Lions RB Montgomery questionable to return with knee injury
Lions running back David Montgomery is questionable to return following a knee injury in the first quarter, the team said.
Montgomery was helped off the field towards the end of the first quarter after a rushing play.
Vikings kick field goal, lead 10-0 over Lions
Vikings kicker Will Reichard kicked a 57-yard field goal with less than six minutes left in the first quarter.
The Lions now trail Minnesota 10-0.
Vikings capitalize off fake punt from Lions, lead 7-0
The Lions failed to get a first down with a fake punt, which led to a quick score by the Vikings.
Two plays after the turnover on downs, Aaron Jones scored a 34-yard rushing touchdown. After a successful extra point by kicker WIll Reichard, Minnesota leads 7-0 with under 12 minutes left in the first quarter.
Lions to lean more on DT McNeill with loss of Hutchinson
With the loss of Aidan Hutchinson, the Detroit Lions need defensive tackle Alim McNeill to deliver now more than ever.
On Wednesday, McNeill agreed to a $97 million, four-year contract extension with the Lions. See more about the deal here.