The Vikings were tied with the Lions atop the NFC North. We break down how they failed to clinch the division title and top seed for the 2025 NFL Playoffs in Week 18.
Game result: The Vikings came up short against the Lions in the regular season finale on Sunday, losing out on the top seed in the NFC over the 31-9 loss. Minnesota had an opportunity to win the NFC North and secure a first-round bye as well as home-field advantage in the postseason, but those spoils will go to the Lions.