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Jahmyr Gibbs is one of the top running backs in the NFL. As the Vikings and Lions meet for the first time this season, is Gibbs' success the deciding factor in the matchup? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss Gibbs' projected impact, and the overall chess match between Jared Goff and the Lions offense versus Brian Flores' defense. Plus, what could get the Vikings offense going?

Lions quarterback Jared Goff knows how to handle himself and his team at the line of scrimmage -- a must versus Brian Flores' Vikings defense. Will it be enough to hand the Vikings their first loss of the season? Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Emily Leiker is joined by The Athletic's Lions beat writer Colton Pouncy to discuss the Lions' 4-2 start, and how the recent returns of key players have affected both sides of the ball.

The Vikings offense is still looking for a complete whistle-to-whistle performance despite the team being 6-0 after beating the Colts on Sunday. What broke down on four offensive drives for the Vikings? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker take a look at a handful of plays that led to drives stalling out as quarterback Kyler Murray and the offense continue to seek consistency.

The Vikings are now the only undefeated team in the NFC as they moved to 6-0 on Sunday with a 16-10 win over the Indianapolis Colts. Blake Cashman led the defense in another game-winning effort sealed by Harrison Smith's 40th career interception. Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the defensive highlights and the offense's continued need for consistency as they look toward a difficult November.

Jordan Mason is technically listed as questionable for the Vikings' Week 7 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, but all signs point to the running back playing. What will his return mean for the Vikings' run game? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker discuss the Vikings-Colts matchup, from the Vikings having a fully-healthy offense to a potential dance battle as Colts cornerback Cam Bynum returns to U.S. Bank Stadium.