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The Lions and Vikings are mirror images. Are they too flawed to make a playoff run?
The Lions' defense won the battle against the Vikings' offense on Sunday, but both units look like fatal flaws so far.
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Micah Parsons reportedly closing in on November Packers return
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Quick facts, numbers from Commanders' Week 8 win over Eagles
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NFC South: Bucs back from the dead after shutout win over Falcons
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NFL Week 8 winners, losers: Vikings have clear Kyler Murray problem
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