NBC made a significant announcement following the conclusion of the Lions-Vikings game on January 6, 2025. In the Week 18 “Sunday Night Football” clash, the Detroit Lions triumphed over the Minnesota Vikings with a 31-9 victory, finishing the regular season at an impressive 15-2. Meanwhile, Minnesota dropped to 14-3. The game, which aired on NBC Sports, drew in substantial viewership, with NBC reporting the highest audience for “Sunday Night Football” since 2012, with an average of 28.5 million viewers.
Detroit’s victory was marked by a strong offensive performance, led by quarterback Jared Goff, who threw for 231 yards and one touchdown, completing 27 of 33 pass attempts. However, running back Jahmyr Gibbs was the standout player, rushing for 139 yards and three touchdowns, in addition to catching one touchdown, 31 yards, and five receptions. Thanks to the win, the Lions secured the No. 1 seed in the NFC and a first-round bye in the playoffs, while the Vikings will face the Los Angeles Rams in a Wild Card matchup on January 13.
