Having already punched their ticket into the postseason, both the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers are hoping the final two regular-season games go as smooth as possible.
With that being said, the two squads face one another during Monday Night Football. Minnesota and Green Bay are still fighting for their playoff position, so this contest is huge for both teams.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: December 23rd, 12:30 p.m. (EST)
Online bookmaker BetOnline has the Vikings at -220 on the Money Line.
Injuries will certainly be a factor in tonight’s game. Dalvin Cook is out for tonight as he deals with a chest injury. Cook has rushed for 1135 yards and 13 touchdowns, so he is a key contributor to the Vikings’ offense. Will Minnesota be able to maintain their 6th ranked offense with Cook sidelined?
Green Bay has one of the best defenses in the NFL. Entering tonight, the Packers’ defensive group is ranked 10th in the NFL. They allow 20.2 points against per game. Meanwhile, the Vikings offense is scoring 27 points per game.
The Vikings defense is a group we shouldn’t scoff at. Minnesota allows just 18.5 points against per game, which is 5th in the NFL Defensive players aren’t highlighted, but there are numerous players on the Vikings that Green Bay will need to watch. Eric Kendricks, Harrison Smith, Anthony Barr, and Danielle Hunter have been menacing on defense. Aaron Jones and Aaron Rodgers are going to have a tough time tonight.
Earlier this season, the Vikings and Packers met in Week 2. Green Bay would go on to capture the victory, with a 21-16 home win. Will the Vikings capture a win at home tonight, a place where they are undefeated this season?
