Game story
In Week 5 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-10-08, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Detroit Lions, pulling away with a 26–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 23 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Kitna (Detroit Lions) paced the passing game, with -21.14 total EPA, and -6.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, A. Hakim (Detroit Lions) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.33 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-32.6% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Detroit Lions changed the game: (13:18) 8-J.Kitna sacked at DET 5 for -9 yards (94-P.Williams). FUMBLES (94-P.Williams), RECOVERED by MIN-51-B.Leber at DET 0. TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lions | 0 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 26 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 A. Hakim · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +5.33 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 2 J. Kitna · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +3.14 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.14 EPA/play
- 3 J. Wiggins · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.11 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.04 EPA/play
- 4 M. Furrey · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.90 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
- 5 D. Campbell · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.47 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.47 EPA/play
- 6 M. Robinson · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.10 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 7 C. Taylor · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.73 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 8 R. Williams · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.55 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A. Hakim — DET · Receiving
A. Hakim posted the highest total EPA (+5.33) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Detroit Lions's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.67 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.80 EPA) came from Detroit Lions: (1:47) 8-J.Kitna pass intended for 34-K.Jones INTERCEPTED by 56-E.Henderson [91-R.Edwards] at DET 45. 56-E.Henderson for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Detroit Lions — J. Kitna
- Detroit Lions — D. Campbell (J. Kitna pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — T. Taylor (B. Johnson pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — J. Kitna
- Minnesota Vikings — E. Henderson
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — R. Longwell
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
- Minnesota Vikings — R. Longwell
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 3–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the DET 8 (Q1 49:26) — (4:26) 8-R.Longwell 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe..
The second quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 10–0. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the MIN 8 (Q2 32:20) — (2:20) 8-J.Kitna up the middle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 32:17) — 4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Muhlbach, Holder-2-N.Harris.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the MIN 35 (Q2 30:38) — (:38) 4-J.Hanson 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-D.Muhlbach, Holder-2-N.Harris..
The third quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 7–0. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the MIN 12 (Q3 20:17) — (5:17) 8-J.Kitna pass short middle to 89-D.Campbell for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 20:11) — 4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Muhlbach, Holder-2-N.Harris..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 23–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DET 3 (Q4 14:18) — (14:18) 14-B.Johnson pass short middle to 89-T.Taylor for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q4 14:14) — 8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the MIN 86 (Q4 13:18) — (13:18) 8-J.Kitna sacked at DET 5 for -9 yards (94-P.Williams). FUMBLES (94-P.Williams), RECOVERED by MIN-51-B.Leber at DET 0. TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the DET 2 (Q4 3:03) — (3:03) 8-R.Longwell 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the MIN 51 (Q4 1:47); Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q4 1:31) — 8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 13:18) — (13:18) 8-J.Kitna sacked at DET 5 for -9 yards (94-P.Williams). FUMBLES (94-P.Williams), RECOVERED by MIN-51-B.Leber at DET 0. TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 1:47) — (1:47) 8-J.Kitna pass intended for 34-K.Jones INTERCEPTED by 56-E.Henderson [91-R.Edwards] at DET 45. 56-E.Henderson for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 34:32) — (4:32) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass deep right intended for 89-T.Taylor INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Fletcher [96-J.Hall] at DET 43. 21-J.Fletcher to MIN 28 for 29 yards (82-T.Williamson).
- Detroit Lions (Q2 40:28) — (10:28) 2-N.Harris punts 53 yards to MIN 43, Center-48-D.Muhlbach. 30-M.Moore MUFFS catch, and recovers at MIN 45. 30-M.Moore to MIN 46 for 1 yard (50-E.Sims). FUMBLES (50-E.Sims), RECOVERED by DET-55
- Detroit Lions (Q1 45:36) — (:36) 8-J.Kitna pass short middle intended for 87-M.Furrey INTERCEPTED by 58-N.Harris (93-K.Williams) at MIN 22. 58-N.Harris to MIN 24 for 2 yards (34-K.Jones).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 1:47) — (1:47) 8-J.Kitna pass intended for 34-K.Jones INTERCEPTED by 56-E.Henderson [91-R.Edwards] at DET 45. 56-E.Henderson for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 13:18) — (13:18) 8-J.Kitna sacked at DET 5 for -9 yards (94-P.Williams). FUMBLES (94-P.Williams), RECOVERED by MIN-51-B.Leber at DET 0. TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 40:28) — (10:28) 2-N.Harris punts 53 yards to MIN 43, Center-48-D.Muhlbach. 30-M.Moore MUFFS catch, and recovers at MIN 45. 30-M.Moore to MIN 46 for 1 yard (50-E.Sims). FUMBLES (50-E.Sims), RECOVERED by DET-55
- Detroit Lions (Q1 45:36) — (:36) 8-J.Kitna pass short middle intended for 87-M.Furrey INTERCEPTED by 58-N.Harris (93-K.Williams) at MIN 22. 58-N.Harris to MIN 24 for 2 yards (34-K.Jones).
Quarterback report card
J.Kitna led all passers in efficiency for Detroit Lions, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Kitna (Detroit Lions) · 47 dropbacks · 48.9% completion · -6.5% CPOE · -0.45 EPA/play · -21.14 total EPA
- B.Johnson (Minnesota Vikings) · 35 dropbacks · 74.3% completion · +14.3% CPOE · -0.05 EPA/play · -1.88 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Detroit Lions | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.213 | -0.090 |
| Offensive success rate | 38.7% | 47.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.450 | -0.054 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.037 | -0.083 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.090 | +0.213 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.9% | 61.3% |
By the numbers
Minnesota Vikings held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.09 vs -0.21), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Detroit Lions: 13 drives, -16.00 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 13 drives, -7.66 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- A. Hakim (Detroit Lions) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Kitna (DET) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- B. Johnson (MIN) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 49:26 · DET 8 · Score 0-3
(4:26) 8-R.Longwell 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q2 32:20 · MIN 8 · Score 6-3
(2:20) 8-J.Kitna up the middle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q2 32:17 · MIN 2 · Score 7-3
4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Muhlbach, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q2 30:38 · MIN 35 · Score 10-3
(:38) 4-J.Hanson 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-D.Muhlbach, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q3 20:17 · MIN 12 · Score 16-3
(5:17) 8-J.Kitna pass short middle to 89-D.Campbell for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q3 20:11 · MIN 2 · Score 17-3
4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Muhlbach, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 14:18 · DET 3 · Score 17-9
(14:18) 14-B.Johnson pass short middle to 89-T.Taylor for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 14:14 · DET 2 · Score 17-10
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 13:18 · MIN 86 · Score 17-16
(13:18) 8-J.Kitna sacked at DET 5 for -9 yards (94-P.Williams). FUMBLES (94-P.Williams), RECOVERED by MIN-51-B.Leber at DET 0. TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q4 3:03 · DET 2 · Score 17-19
(3:03) 8-R.Longwell 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 1:47 · MIN 51 · Score 17-25
(1:47) 8-J.Kitna pass intended for 34-K.Jones INTERCEPTED by 56-E.Henderson [91-R.Edwards] at DET 45. 56-E.Henderson for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 1:31 · DET 2 · Score 17-26
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 26-17 in Week 5, 2006 on 2006-10-08.
What was the final score of Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Detroit Lions 17, Minnesota Vikings 26 (DET 17-26 MIN) in Week 5, 2006 on 2006-10-08.
What was the score by quarter in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Detroit Lions 0, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: Detroit Lions 10, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q3: Detroit Lions 7, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q4: Detroit Lions 0, Minnesota Vikings 23; Final: Detroit Lions 17, Minnesota Vikings 26.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
Detroit Lions touchdown — J. Kitna (Q2 32:20) Detroit Lions touchdown — D. Campbell (J. Kitna pass) (Q3 20:17) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — T. Taylor (B. Johnson pass) (Q4 14:18) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — J. Kitna (Q4 13:18) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — E. Henderson (Q4 1:47) Minnesota Vikings field goal — R. Longwell (Q1 49:26, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q2 30:38, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — R. Longwell (Q4 3:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
J. Kitna (Detroit Lions), 48.9% completion, -6.5% CPOE, -0.45 EPA per dropback, -21.14 total passing EPA. B. Johnson (Minnesota Vikings), 74.3% completion, +14.3% CPOE, -0.05 EPA per dropback, -1.88 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
A. Hakim (Detroit Lions) led the game in total EPA with +5.33 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.80 EPA): (1:47) 8-J.Kitna pass intended for 34-K.Jones INTERCEPTED by 56-E.Henderson [91-R.Edwards] at DET 45. 56-E.Henderson for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -32.6%.
Season records after this game
Detroit Lions
Entered 0-4 Now 0-5 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W
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