The Minnesota Vikings will be without backup edge rusher Patrick Jones in their pivotal matchup against the Detroit Lions due to a knee injury. This injury occurred as a result of a low block from Green Bay's Tucker Kraft in the previous game. Jones, who has recorded seven sacks this season, did not practice this week, which means he will miss the regular-season finale that holds significant playoff implications, including the NFC North title and the No. 1 seed in the conference.

With Jones sidelined, rookie Dallas Turner is expected to take on a larger role alongside starting outside linebackers Andrew Van Ginkel and Jonathan Greenard, both of whom have been selected for the Pro Bowl this week. Meanwhile, the Lions are facing their own injury challenges, with linebacker Alex Anzalone listed as questionable after missing six games due to a broken forearm. Additionally, backup wide receiver Kalif Raymond is also questionable with a foot injury, while running back David Montgomery has been ruled out for a third consecutive game due to a knee issue, although the team hopes to have him back for the playoffs.