SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers found themselves in similar predicaments a few weeks ago after seasons that began with high hopes saw both teams struggling at the midpoint.
Both have responded with back-to-back wins to get into the thick of the NFC playoff race after getting back to .500 headed into Sunday’s showdown. It’s a game that could play a key part in determining a wild-card spot.
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“I think they’ve been battling back this season, just like we have,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said.