The Minnesota Vikings defeated their division rival Detroit Lions with a 34-24 win on the legs of Adrian Peterson.

The Vikings had a +7.1 advantage in The Trench Counter, rushing 5.4 yards per carry and have a 2-0 win on turnovers. Minnesota had a +14 edge in Total Rushes/Completions.

Peterson rushed 27 times for 171 yards and a touchdown. 

Christian Ponder gave the Vikings their first two touchdowns, connecting with Jarius Wright in the first quarter and Kyle Rudolph to begin the fourth. Ponder finished 24-for-32 for 221 yards.

Matthew Stafford went 28-for-42 for 329 yards with three touchdowns and an interception. Calvin Johnson caught 12 balls for 207 yards and a late touchdown.