The Detroit Lions may have one more player returning from injury before their playoff run begins. On Thursday, the Lions designated rookie cornerback Ennis Rakestraw to return from injury, opening up his 21-day evaluation clock.

After losing the first regular-season game in league history pitting teams with a combined 28 victories, the Vikings (14-3) hit the road for wild-card weekend, visiting the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams (10-7) on Monday night as the most accomplished fifth seed in NFL history.

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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) celebrates with teammates wide receiver Tim Patrick (17) and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski) AP

The Lions defeated the Minnesota Vikings (14-3), 31-9, in the first ever regular-season game in NFL history between two teams with 13-plus wins apiece. The victory earned the Lions the NFC’s No. 1 seed and a first-round bye in the playoffs. It’s the first time in franchise history the Lions have earned the No. 1 seed in the postseason.

The Detroit Lions are riding high on their win over the Minnesota Vikings, and as they gear up for the playoffs, they have some news.

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