J.J. McCarthy’s Return and Progress: Excitement builds around McCarthy’s third start, with calls for mental improvements like quicker reads and better footwork. The episode highlights his unbeaten Michigan record as a “tasty tidbit,” urging Kevin O’Connell to simplify plays and avoid third-and-longs to showcase growth.

Justin Jefferson reignites his spark while Jameson Williams thrives on the deep ball in our Vikings vs. Lions TD picks for Sunday, November 2.

Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox. BetMGM NFL Odds: Lions by 8 1/2. Against the spread: Vikings 3-4; Lions 5-2. Series record: Vikings lead 80-45-2. Last meeting: Lions beat Vikings 31-9 in Detroit on Jan. 5, 2025.

Saquon Barkley and Justin Jefferson will both put their skills on display as Vikings host Eagles in key Week 7 game

JJ McCarthy is regarded as the future of the Minnesota Vikings, but the quarterback has struggled to stay consistent and will not play in their Week 7 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

The matchup between the two kickers could have a defining role in Sunday's game. Vikings kicker Will Reichard has made 14-of-16 kicks, with a 5-of-7 clip from 50 yards and beyond. Meanwhile, Lions kicker Jake Bates is 8-of-11 with a 2-of-5 mark from 50-plus.

Before Sunday night's game between the Indianapolis Colts and Minnesota Vikings, there's a full slate of games Sunday on CBS and FOX as the ninth week of the 2024 regular season gets underway. Here's a look at the broadcast maps for Week 9 (courtesy of 506 Sports ).