nfl Game Recap
Recap - Lions Defeat Minnesota 31-9
Minnesota couldn't contain Jahmyr Gibbs on Sunday and the result was a 31-9 Week 18 loss against the Detroit Lions.
The Lions were a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 56.5.
Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 139 yards, while Craig Reynolds added 39 yards in the win. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta added 77 and 63 receiving yards respectively.
Cam Akers rushed for 65 yards for Minnesota, while Aaron Jones Sr. added 45 yards. Sam Darnold threw for 166 yards for the Vikings, while receivers Justin Jefferson and Jalen Nailor had 54 and 53 yards respectively.
Minnesota lost the offensive yardage battle to Detroit 394-262 yards in Sunday's game. Detroit had more first downs as that total ended up 24-14.
Minnesota lost the time of possession battle 36:12-23:48, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.