Honeymoon’s over for Lions GM Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell | Lions playoff picture: Scenarios, ch…

Explore the latest developments concerning Honeymoon's over for.

Honeymoon's over for Lions GM Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell

Lions executive vice president and general manager Brad Holmes is on the clock to fix this mess after the Minnesota Vikings spanked the Lions, 23-10, on Thursday, Dec. 25, knocking the Lions out of the playoffs.

For the Lions, it’s the end of a staggering, stunning collapse. This team just went from 15-2 and a No. 1 seed in 2024 to losing three straight games with the playoffs on the line in 2025. From building up a roster with incredible playmakers and a legit shot at getting to the Super Bowl to teetering dangerously close to a losing record — the Lions (8-8) will fall below .500 at season's end for the first time since 2021 if they end the season with a loss at Chicago, which seems highly likely.

Lions playoff picture: Scenarios, chances for Detroit to make postseason

The Detroit Lions will need a last-minute miracle to extend their playoff streak to three consecutive seasons.

After winning the NFC North in back-to-back years, the Lions have taken a step back in 2025. Detroit has just an 8-7 record and has dropped three of its last four games, leaving the team at No. 8 in the NFC standings.

The Lions no longer have a chance to win the NFC North and will only be able to make it into the postseason as the final NFC wild-card team. Their playoff chances may be slim, but they will have an opportunity to improve them on Christmas when they face off against the Minnesota Vikings.

The small silver lining to Detroit Lions’ embarrassing loss to Vikings

There is one small silver lining to the Detroit Lions’ epic 2025 collapse.

The Detroit Lions are not in a good place right now. They’ve been eliminated from playoff contention, they’re on a three-game losing streak, and they’re currently playing some of the worst football they’ve played in the Dan Campbell era. It’s extremely concerning to see the team take this big of a step back and do very little to improve their situation throughout the course of the season.

But if you’re the type that is looking for sliver linings in Detroit’s epic collapse, there is one.

For more detailed information, explore updates concerning Honeymoon's over for.

For more news…