Sione Vaki Earns Expanded Role in Lions Victory

Detroit Lions running back Sione Vaki rushed 11 times for 65 yards (5.9 YPC) and added a five-yard reception in a 19-15 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Operating in inside trap schemes and key blitz protection, Vaki picked up crucial second-half yards and closed out the game's final first down. Head coach Dan Campbell praised Vaki for taking a huge step forward and earning immense trust as a focal piece of the Lions' backfield rotation.