Packers vs. Vikings Preview And Prediction

The 7-2 Minnesota Vikings host the 6-3 Green Bay Packers in an NFC North matchup featuring two teams that don't get along. It's a game with massive NFC North implications, as the Packers and Vikings are the top two teams in the division. So will the Packers or Vikings pick up the critical win? Here's our preview and prediction. 

Game Info:

When: 4:25 p.m. ET

Where: TCF Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minnesota

TV: FOX

Spread: Pick 

What's At Stake:

It's a two-team race for the NFC North and those two teams are the Vikings and the Packers. The Vikings are hot, having won five straight games. The Packers are not, dropping three straight games. Both squads looks like playoff teams, but only one can win the NFC North. The winner of this game is going to have a big advantage in the divisional race. 

What They're Saying About The Minnesota Vikings

Linval Joseph Anchors Defense

Matt Kalil Questionable

Harrison Smith Bold In Defending North

What They're Saying About The Green Bay Packers:

Packers' Game Plan

Season Weighs On Eddie Lacy And Family

Hyde & Lang Probable

Key To The Game: 

How does Aaron Rodgers fair against one of the best defenses in the NFL? Rodgers has been solid this season, although not quite as spectacular as he's been in recent years. The Vikings have one of the best defenses in the NFL and are allowing just 17.1 points per game. Minnesota has leaned on its defense and it will do so again today. It's a matchup of strengths, with the Packers' hopes pinned on Rodgers. 

Prediction: Vikings Win 21-20

It's a close contest, but the Vikings outlast the Packers for the win. Rodgers has a solid showing, but it's not quite enough. The Vikings defense shuts him down just enough to pick up the win. Adrian Peterson has a big game, getting over 25 carries. That allows the Vikings to control the clock and keep Rodgers off the field in the win. 

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