As the NFL enters Week 8 of the 2026-27 season, where does Detroit (4-2) stand in the NFC North standings as it prepares to host division-leading Minnesota (6-0) this Sunday at Ford Field?

After a crucial 20-17 win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, the Lions made big news Wednesday afternoon by officially starting the 21-day practice window for safety Kerby Joseph. Joseph has not played since Oct. 12, 2025, due to degenerative knee condition.

With another massive NFC North showdown on the docket for the Lions on Sunday, here's a look at the updated NFC North standings, and a breakdown of how the other three divisional foes fared in their respective matchups in Week 7:

NFC North division standings

Minnesota Vikings:

Although Minnesota's offensive efficiency remains a sore spot, the Vikings' top-tier defense stood tall against a rapidly declining Indianapolis Colts offense, with a game-sealing interception that helped them hold on to a 16-10 win at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Minnesota (6-0) will travel to Detroit (4-2) on Sunday afternoon, where the Lions' high-powered offense will test that vaunted Vikings defensive unit in what should be a heavyweight matchup.

Chicago Bears:

Chicago's offensive firepower behind quarterback Caleb Williams propelled the Bears to a 30-24 win over the New England Patriots at Soldier Field.

The Bears now travel to the Pacific Northwest to take on the Seattle Seahawks (4-3) on Monday Night Football, an interesting matchup given the Seahawks' upper-echelon defense this year.

Green Bay Packers:

While Green Bay dropped a heartbreaker last week in Detroit, the Packers bounced back in a big way on "Thursday Night Football" with a 27-19 win over the Carolina Panthers.

Jordan Love passed for 288 yards and three touchdowns in the Green Bay win over Carolina.