Pregame analysis and predictions of the Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL game to be played on December 25, 2025 on ESPN.

The biggest factor is the Giants' selection of quarterback Jaxson Dart by moving back into the first round of April's draft. That's a move that has been generally well-received. Dart has flashed and is currently 18th in total QBR, one spot ahead of Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts and behind Chicago's Caleb Williams.