The Detroit Lions' regression after losing both their offensive and defensive coordinators was expected, but this level of regression sure wasn't.

It was a dreadful performance from Dan Campbell's squad, with Detroit committing six turnovers – yes, six turnovers for the first time since 2015 – and averaging a measly 3.61 yards per play. It marked the Lions’ sixth-worst offensive efficiency in a game since 2010 (and their very worst efficiency in a contest since 2020).

The Detroit Lions lost to the Minnesota Vikings 23-10 on Christmas Day, and are now eliminated from playoff contention. Colin Cowherd asks if the Lions’ Super Bowl window has officially closed following the departures of Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn and their lack of follow-up.

MINNEAPOLIS -- Six turnovers. With their season hanging by a thread, the Detroit Lions nearly matched their total number of turnovers from the season’s first 15 games (eight). They lost four fumbles and Jared Goff threw two picks against Minnesota’s unrelenting blitz in the 23-10 loss.

The Detroit Lions were officially eliminated from playoff contention in Week 17 with their 23-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day.

As Detroit desperately tried to get its pass rush and coverage back on track, it abandoned its ability to stop the run. The Rams and Steelers rushed for a combined 389 yards (6.9 yards per carry) as the Lions were all but officially dismissed from playoff contention.

In the words of Porky Pig, “That’s all, folks,” when it comes to the Detroit Lions’ season, as they are now officially eliminated from the postseason after dropping a Week 17 matchup to the Minnesota Vikings in stunning fashion, losing 23-10.

The Detroit Lions came into the 2025 season with Super Bowl expectations. On Thursday, however, they were officially eliminated from playoff contention. In 2023, the Lions made it to the NFC Championship and held a 24-7 lead before falling short to the San Francisco 49ers.