The Detroit Lions will travel to Minneapolis to face the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day.
While the loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers drastically affected the Lions' chances of making the playoffs, they're not statistically eliminated after Week 16.
The Lions are the first team outside the NFC playoff picture. Sitting on the bubble at the No. 8 seed, this is a must-win game for Detroit.
Even if Detroit wins, it does not control its own destiny as of Week 17. However, all they can control now is winning on Christmas.
As for the Vikings, their season has been an absolute disaster. J.J. McCarthy has shown playmaking abilities, but absolutely zero evidence that he can consistently run an NFL offense.
McCarthy is once again dealing with an injury, so Max Brosmer might get another crack at the starting job.
Here's how to listen to Vikings vs. Lions on Christmas.
Vikings vs. Lions radio station
- National radio channels: SiriusXM channel 227 (away), 228 (home)
- Vikings radio channels: KFAN 100.3 FM
- Lions radio channel: 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM)
The Vikings vs. Lions game can be listened to on SiriusXM on channels 227 (Lions), and 228 (Vikings)
Locally, fans in the Minnesota area can tune into KFAN 100.3 FM. In Detroit, fans can listen on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM).
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Vikings vs. Lions start time
- Date: Thursday, Dec. 25
- Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
The Vikings vs. Lions will kick off at 4:30 p.m. On Dec. 25, one of three games on Christmas Day.
Noah Eagle (play-by-play), Drew Brees and AJ Ross (color commentators) will be on the call, with Dianna Russini on the sidelines.
Vikings remaining schedule
Here is Minnesota's remaining game:
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff Time (ET) |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Packers | TBD |
Lions remaining schedule
Here is Detroit's remaining game:
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff Time (ET) |
| 18 | TBD | at Bears | TBD |