The Lions were led by a cast of many on defense including cornerback Amik Robertson, who held star Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson to three catches for 54 yards on the evening. The Lions harassed quarterback Sam Darnold into 18-for-41 passing for 166 yards and no touchdowns as they took control late.

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Justin Jefferson joined a short list of elite receivers during the first half of Sunday’s game against the Lions.

“He is a special one. He’s my type of guy,” Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn said. “I think he’s one of the toughest guys playing in that position. He’s an old-school player, in my opinion. It’s almost like a defensive guy playing receiver.”

ALLEN PARK -- Justin Jefferson has put together a full season’s worth of impressive stats in nine career games against the Detroit Lions.

After Sunday's game, Justin Jefferson, who caught three passes for 54 yards on the night, was asked about the "physical nature" of the way the Lions covered him, which prompted a direct response from the former LSU Tiger on the way the game was officiated.

Lions rookie cornerback Terrion Arnold gave Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson all the bulletin board material he needs ahead of primetime.

The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings are squaring off in what is being viewed as one of the biggest regular season games of all time. The winner claims the division and the NFC's top seed in the playoffs, while the loser will be forced to play a road game.

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Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn led a top-10 scoring unit in 2024 and is credited with helping establish a winning culture.