Detroit Lions 30, Minnesota Vikings 20

Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta is brought down by Minnesota Vikings’ Harrison Smith and Josh Metellus, leaving the field and not returning, in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta goes off the field after a reception in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson brings down Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Minnesota Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is brought down by Detroit Lions’ Alex Anzalone in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson brings down Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson brings down Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson brings down Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) on this play being tackled by Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) in the first half. This was his last play and left the game with knee injury. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024.

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) makes a catch in the first half. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) and teammate Josh Reynolds (8) pushes towards the end zone with Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans (21) in the third quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20.

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) with teammates Josh Reynolds (8) and Jahmyr Gibbs (26) push get into the end zone with Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans (21) in the third quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20.

Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds (8) signals a touchdown with an official after Amon-Ra St. Brown reached the end zone in the third quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20.

Lions wide receiver David Montgomery (5) picks up Amon-Ra St. Brown after St. Brown’s touchdown in the third quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20.

Detroit Lions’ Romeo Okwara and Levi Onwuzurike after Onwuzurike sacked Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens in the third quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs works against Minnesota Vikings’Jordan Hicks in the fourth quarter.

Minnesota Vikings’ Justin Jefferson pulls in a reception in front of Detroit Lions’ Cam Sutton in the third quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Amon-Ra- St. Brown is brought down after a reception by Minnesota Vikings’ Harrison Smith in the third quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta pulls in a touchdown reception in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions fans still have some thoughts on the referring in their last game agains the Cowboys during the game today against the Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Lions place kicker Michael Badgley (17) kicks a field goal with the hold by punter Jack Fox (3) in the fourth quarter.

Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) about to pass in the fourth quarter.

Lions cornerback Kindle Vildor (29) runs with the ball he picked up after it was loose in the fourth quarter. The play was ruled an incomplete pass so Vildor getting into the end zone did not count as a touchdown.

Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes (55) pressures Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) in the fourth quarter.

Lions defensive end Romeo Okwara (95) pressures Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) in the fourth quarter.

Lions fans make noise while the Vikings are on third down in the fourth quarter.

Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu (6) and Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) converge on Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) after he gets rid of the ball in the fourth quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Lions cornerback Cameron Sutton (1) runs after making an interception in the fourth quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Lions linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin (42) smiles as cornerback Khalil Dorsey (30) and safety Kerby Joseph (31) react with cornerback Cameron Sutton (1) after Sutton’s interception in the fourth quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Detroit Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs goes into the end zone over Minnesota Vikings’ Camryn Bynum in the first quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson brings down Minnesota Vikings’ Justin Jefferson in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) looks to pass in the third quarter.

Vikings safety Josh Metellus (44) pushes Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper (70) towards the sidelines in the third quarter.

Lions defensive ends Romeo Okwara (95) and Levi Onwuzurike (91) react after Onwuzurike’s sack of Vikings punter Ryan Wright (14) in the third quarter.

Lions defensive ends Aidan Hutchinson (97) and Levi Onwuzurike (91) react after a defensive stop in the third quarter.

Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) is slowed down by Vikings linebacker Danielle Hunter (99) and defensive tackle Harrison Phillips (97) in the third quarter.

Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) passes the ball as Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) pressures in the third quarter.

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) and tight end James Mitchell (82) react after Mitchell gets a first down in the fourth quarter.

Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (23) and Vikings running back DeWayne McBride (27) exchange words in the fourth quarter.

Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone, left, reacts with safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (2) and linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin (42) after Gardner-Johnson’s interception in the fourth quarter.

Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds (8) runs the ball as Vikings safety Jay Ward (20) comes in for a tackle in the fourth quarter.

Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) signs autographs for fans after the game.

Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) signs autographs for fans after the game. \

Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (23) signs autographs for fans after the game.

Lions running back David Montgomery (5) signs autographs for fans after the game.

Lions center Frank Ragnow (77) blocks Vikings defensive tackle Harrison Phillips (97) while Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) looks to pass in the fourth quarter.

A pass sails over the head of Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds (8) with Vikings safety Camryn Bynum (24) in the fourth quarter.

Minnesota Vikings’ Jordan Addison pulls in a touchdown reception past Detroit Lions’ Cam Sutton in the fourth quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Kalif Raymond grabs his knee after a play in the fourth quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ C.J. Gardner-Johnson intercepts a low pass late in the fourth quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Lions place kicker Michael Badgley (17) kicks a field goal with the hold by punter Jack Fox (3) in the fourth quarter.

Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) about to pass in the fourth quarter.

Lions cornerback Kindle Vildor (29) runs with the ball he picked up after it was loose in the fourth quarter.

Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes (55) pressures Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) in the fourth quarter.

Lions defensive end Romeo Okwara (95) pressures Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) in the fourth quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Lions fans make noise while the Vikings are on third down in the fourth quarter. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu (6) and Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) converge on Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) after he gets rid of the ball in the fourth quarter.

Lions cornerback Cameron Sutton (1) runs after making an interception in the fourth quarter.

Lions linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin (42) smiles as cornerback Khalil Dorsey (30) and safety Kerby Joseph (31) react with cornerback Cameron Sutton (1) after Sutton’s interception in the fourth quarter.

Detroit Lions’ Kalif Raymond pulls in a touchdown reception in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Kalif Raymond pulls in a touchdown reception in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ David Montgomery and Amon-Ra St. Brown celebrates St. Browns touchdown, with quarterback Jared Goff, in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Brian Branch breaks up a pass intended for Vikings’ Brandon Powell in the fourth quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens throws in the third quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell talks to an official during the game against the Vikings att Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ David Montgomery works against the Minnesota Vikings defense in the third quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (23) and Vikings running back DeWayne McBride (27) exchange words in the fourth quarter.

Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone, left, reacts with safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (2) and linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin (42) after Gardner-Johnson’s interception in the fourth quarter.

Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds (8) runs the ball as Vikings safety Jay Ward (20) comes in for a tackle in the fourth quarter.

Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) signs autographs for fans after the game.

Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) signs autographs for fans after the game.

Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (23) signs autographs for fans after the game.

Lions running back David Montgomery (5) signs autographs for fans after the game. Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on January 7, 2024. Lions win, 30-20. (Robin Buckson/The Detroit News)

Detroit Lions’ Kindle Vildor breaks up a pass intended for Minnesota Vikings’ Jordan Addison in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta celebrates with James Mitchell after LaPorta’s touchdown reception in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens leaves the field after Detroit Lions’ Cam Sutton, right, intercepts his pass late in the fourth quarter at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions fans show their support for coach Dan Campbell before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit.

Detroit Lions’ Jared Goff looks up field in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024. Daniel Mears, The Detroit News

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) makes a catch in the first half Sunday against the Vikings. He had seven catches for 144 yards and a touchdown. .

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connel and Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell meet on the field after the 20-10 Vikings victory at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff runs with quarterback coach Mark Brunell before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on Jan. 7, 2024.

Austen Cole, 33, center, and Austin Thorstad, 30, right, both of Clarkfield, Minnesota, talk about the Lions and Vikings before the game.

Minnesota Vikings injured quarterback Kirk Cousins leaves the field with Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff after the 20-10 Lions victory at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Detroit Lions’ Dan Skipper signs autographs as he leaves the field after a 20-10 Lions victory over the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 2024.

Lions defensive lineman Aidan Hutchinson stretches out before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit.

Lions defensive end John Cominsky signs autographs before the Lions take on the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field.

Viking quarterback Kirk Cousins, a Holland native and former Michigan State standout, talks with former Lions fullback Cory Schlesinger before the game at Ford Field.

Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs throws the ball around before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit.

From left, brothers Scott and John Ostrander of Bay City oversee the grill during tailgating before the Lions' game against the Vikings.

From left, season-ticket holders Chris Tolksdorf, 31, of Macomb and Grant Gotaas, 27, of Clarkston talk about the Lions season before the game.

From left, Ally Hatfield, her fiancee Jacob Szczepanski, both of Lansing, and Jacob’s mom, Nona Szczepanski, of Charlevoix walk around before the game.