Stats reflected games’ final score. Lion’s inspired tenacity won the day. Singular turnovers on either side appeared destined to decide the games’ outcome. No doubt this game could be the ‘hallmark’ of more performance consistency by the Lions for seasons’ duration.

Goff maintained disciplined control avoiding ill advised ‘passes. Rushing was balanced between slashing speed and brutish N/S assault. Lion’s offensive line mostly held Vikings pass rush at bay and set up running lanes. Menu of passing targets can still be broadened.

Defensive efforts stymied Viking’s full out productivity in spite of A. Hutchinson absence. Refresher lessons are required illustrating what constitutes ‘holding’. And, in spite of the failure, an unexpected ‘trick’ play has it’s time and place but maybe not deep in your own territory.

All in all, the ‘grit’ of Detroit Lions defeated a dangerous Viking’s effort. We can expect more ‘cake walks’ like the Dallas game and repeats of the Minnesota game. Injuries and replacement depth will define coach’s talent and skills to the max. .