MN Vikings Play Detroit Lions On Sunday Night Football: How To Watch

DETROIT, MI — The NFC North title race is reaching a thrilling climax, as the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions face off in a high-stakes finale on Sunday Night Football. With the NFC’s top seed, home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, and a first-round bye on the line, this is a game fans won’t want to miss.

The Minnesota Vikings (14-2) kept their championship dreams alive with a thrilling 27-25 victory over the Green Bay Packers last week. Meanwhile, the Detroit Lions (14-2) surged to victory against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football, setting up a winner-takes-all showdown at Ford Field.

What's at Stake

Not only will the NFC North division title be decided in this prime-time clash, but the victor will also secure the NFC’s No. 1 playoff seed. For both teams, this game carries playoff implications, bragging rights, and championship hopes.

The NFL has scheduled this must-watch matchup to close out the 2024 regular season, with kickoff set for Sunday, Jan. 5, at 7:20 p.m. ET on NBC. It’s the final game of the league’s 272-game regular-season schedule and promises to be a dramatic conclusion.

Vikings Return to Regular-Season Finale Spotlight

This marks the Vikings’ first regular-season finale appearance since 2015. That year, Minnesota captured the NFC North crown with a 20-13 win over the Packers at Lambeau Field, back when the NFL still operated under a 16-game schedule.

How to Watch the Vikings vs. Lions Game

• When: Sunday, Jan. 5, at 7:20 p.m. ET
• Where: Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan
• TV: NBC
• Radio: KFAN 100.3 FM (Twin Cities)
• Odds: Lions are favored by 3 points at most sports books

With the stakes higher than ever, fans are gearing up for what could be the game of the season. Will the Vikings reclaim NFC North glory, or will the Lions defend their home turf and secure the top seed? Tune in Sunday night to find out.