NFC NORTH: Where all four teams stand heading into Week 8

Tim Twentyman takes a look at where all four teams in the NFC North stand heading into Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season.

By Tim Twentyman · Detroit Lions

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Every team in the NFC North holds a winning record heading into Week 8.
The Minnesota Vikings sit atop the division as the NFL's last undefeated team at 6-0.
The Chicago Bears placed tight end Cole Kmet on season-ending injured reserve with a knee injury.

The Story in 60 Seconds

All four NFC North teams remain above .500 heading into Week 8, marking a historic level of division competition. The undefeated Minnesota Vikings lead at 6-0, followed by the Chicago Bears at 5-2, the Detroit Lions at 4-2, and the Green Bay Packers at 4-3.

Key storylines include Minnesota's league-leading blitz pressure, Chicago placing tight end Cole Kmet on injured reserve, Detroit quarterback Jared Goff throwing zero interceptions through six games, and Green Bay committing a league-high 65 penalties.

Read the full article on Detroit Lions

NFC NORTH: Where all four teams stand heading into Week 8

More Detroit Lions News

Never Miss a Sports Update