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Minnesota Defeats Detroit 20-7 - Recap

Minnesota earned a 20-7 victory over Detroit on Sunday in Week 14 action at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Minnesota was the ATS victor, as they covered the -12.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 44.0 were rewarded at the payout window.

Dalvin Cook rushed for 62 yards, while Alexander Mattison added 46 yards in the win. Stefon Diggs and Laquon Treadwell added 92 and 42 receiving yards respectively.

Bo Scarbrough rushed for 65 yards for Detroit, while Ty Johnson added 3 yards. David Blough threw for 205 yards for the Lions, while receivers Kenny Golladay and Marvin Jones Jr. had 58 and 38 yards respectively.

Minnesota outgained Detroit 354-231 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 22-18 by the Vikings.

Minnesota led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 33:42-26:18 split in that important category.

Minnesota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Chargers. The Lions will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Tampa Bay.