Packers clinch NFL playoff spot as Lions lose to Vikings

Green Bay accepted the Christmas gift of a third consecutive playoff appearance and sixth in seven years. Minnesota's defenders forced six turnovers by Detroit that led to 16 points as the Lions fell to 8-8 and became unable to catch the Packers (9-5-1) for the last available NFC wildcard. "Can't turn the ball over six times and expect to win," Lions coach Dan Campbell said. "That's what got us. "The effort is there. We're just a little off and it's costing us." Lions defender Aidan Hutchinson...