Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions

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Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joe Webb (14) grabs the helmet of Detroit Lions middle linebacker Stephen Tulloch (55) during the second half at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joe Webb (14) grabs the helmet of Detroit Lions middle linebacker Stephen Tulloch (55) during the second half at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE

Yesterday I was blessed to be able to photographer the Detroit Lions as they hosted the Minnesota Vikings. This was a must win game for the Lions to keep all hope a live for a chance at the playoffs.  They came out strong and in the end it was up to the defense to make a HUGH stop, and they did!  Be sure to check out more pictures here.

Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Brandon Pettigrew (87) is announced before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Brandon Pettigrew (87) is announced before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE

When I have photographed games before at Ford Field there had never been any light pockets on the field, but yesterday that all changed. It was a nice cool sunny day and the sun was shining right through a big window right in to the field. Here is a shot below.

Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Greg Camarillo (85) is guarded by Detroit Lions defensive back Alphonso Smith (27) during the second half at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Greg Camarillo (85) is guarded by Detroit Lions defensive back Alphonso Smith (27) during the second half at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings special team and strong safety Jamarca Sanford (33) line up on a kick off during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Minnesota Vikings special team and strong safety Jamarca Sanford (33) line up on a kick off during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive back Alphonso Smith (27) tackles Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Devin Aromashodu (19) during the second half at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive back Alphonso Smith (27) tackles Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Devin Aromashodu (19) during the second half at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) and wide receiver Nate Burleson (13) high five each other during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE
Dec 11, 2011; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) and wide receiver Nate Burleson (13) high five each other during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Detroit won 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-US PRESSWIRE