As the case has been most of the 2016 season, the Detroit Lions have struggled to put two halves of solid football together. Despite the odd struggles to the offensive side of the football, the Lions defensive group has stepped up their game with the return of Ezekiel Ansah and Darius Slay.
The Lions began the game strong with Stafford completing all six of has passes including a side armed touchdown to Anquan Boldin who redirected his route to get separation from Minnesota corner back Trey Waynes.
The Vikings responded with a drive of their own leading to a Matt Asiata touchdown run.