US EditionJared Goff and Lions Know What Awaits Them with Vikings’ Aggressive Defense
The Lions aim to continue their five-game winning streak against the Vikings’ blitz-heavy defense led by Brian Flores, who maintains a 42% blitz rate, the NFL’s highest.
- On October 29, Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions prepare for Week 9 against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field after a bye and a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- Minnesota, led by defensive coordinator Brian Flores, has a league-high 42% blitz rate and faces the NFL's highest 51.08% run-play share with a 3 record, highlighting their defensive struggles.
- Stat lines and pressure leaders show why Minnesota's pass-rush is central to their game plan, with Jared Goff completing 76.3% of passes versus Minnesota and Jonathan Grennard leading pressures.
- Taylor Decker's return bolsters Detroit's line as the Lions chase divisional positioning, sitting close to the Green Bay Packers in the NFC North and aiming to win the division.
- Morton and the Lions plan to counter pressure by speeding their offensive tempo and protecting the passer, while J.J. McCarthy is expected to suit up on November 2, adding a roster variable.
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The Minnesota Vikings‘ defense are likely to receive a boost for their Week 9 game against the Detroit Lions. On October 29, the Vikings issued their injury report for Week 9, and one of the positives for this week was that linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel has been fully practicing after dealing with a neck injury. Van Ginkel has not played for Minnesota since Week 3, and while it’s a positive sign that he’s participating, that doesn’t mean the Viki…
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Vikings’ defensive struggles start with inability to stop the run
The Vikings will try to tighten up against the rush on Sunday at Ford Field with a tall task against a familiar foe in the Detroit Lions. A season ago, Minnesota’s defense was the talk of the NFL for its high-pressure rates and exotic blitz packages. The Vikings effectively rushed the passer while also halting the run game. Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell (14), centre, scores a touchdown during the NFL football game between Min…
Jared Goff and Lions know what awaits them with Vikings’ aggressive defense
"They run some stunts, they do a little bit of everything. And they want to disrupt your timing and get in the backfield and it’s up to us up front and me to get the ball out and do everything right.”
Lions Week 9 preview: Breaking down Vikings’ offensive, defensive schemes
The Detroit Lions (5-2) and Minnesota Vikings (3-4) will square off in a Week 9 NFC North battle. These rivals are very familiar with one another, and while the Lions are working with two new coordinators, the Vikings have had the same key staff members in place for the past three seasons. Here’s what Lions coach Dan Campbell had to say about the Vikings: “The Vikings, good divisional opponent. Got a lot of respect for what KOC [Vikings Head Co…
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