The Vikings' massive upset win over the Lions on Sunday has revived their playoff hopes and given fans a reason to dream about what the rest of this season might hold with J.J. McCarthy at quarterback. The win got the Vikings back to .500 at 4-4, kept them perfect within their division, and breathed life into their season in more ways than one.

A couple of bitter NFC East rivals meet up on Sunday, Oct. 19 when the Washington Commanders visit the Dallas Cowboys.

Hurts gave his lagging offense a jolt as Philadelphia rebounded from back-to-back losses by hanging on to beat Minnesota.

Richard Silva of The Detroit News breaks down the Lions' Week 9 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.