Divisional matchups in the NFL always build an extra level of excitement in a week. Teams develop rivalries, get familiar with their opponents, and, of course, there are extra stakes in each divisional game.
For the Detroit Lions, NFC North games in December have mostly served as an opportunity to play spoiler. But now they are rolling into the second week of the month winners of four of their last five games with an outside chance at the postseason. Standing in their way this week is NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings, who currently boast the NFL’s second-best record at 10-2.