The Minnesota Vikings lost in stunning fashion to the Lions on Sunday. Following a touchdown run by fullback Rhett Ellison, the Vikings defense allowed the Lions to drive 34 yards down the field and eventually convert a game tying 58 yard field goal by Matt Prater.
In overtime the Lions drove 90 yards, converting three third downs along the way, to deliver the Vikings their third straight loss after Golden Tate’s 28-yard touchdown reception.
Generally I like to give myself at least 24 hours to cool off after a Vikings loss.
Not after this one.
The Vikings loss on Sunday summed up what the franchise has been for about half a century.