The Detroit Lions made history with their 31-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs and home-field advantage for the first time in franchise history. Quarterback Jared Goff expressed pride in achieving a 15-2 record and winning consecutive NFC North titles, marking a significant step toward the team's Super Bowl aspirations.

With the Lions set to host the lowest remaining seed in the divisional round, they are just one win away from reaching their ultimate goal. This year's success follows last season's playoff victories, a notable improvement for a team long seeking playoff prominence.