He's entering his 11th NFL season and his 2nd with the Vikings, as he previously played for the Broncos and Browns. No other player on the roster is older than 32 years old. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. The Vikings had some significant losses this offseason, including their top three cornerbacks from last season in Xavier Woods, Trae Waynes, and Mackensie Alexander.
Minnesota went all-in with extending coach Mike Zimmer, GM Rick Spielman and QB Kirk Cousins. $20 million in dead cap contracts has significantly limited the team's financial flexibility heading into this season. The team had a quiet offseason overall, but they still have strong odds to make the playoffs this season. Minnesota was one of the NFL's best teams in terms of scoring differential as they scored the 8th-most points per game and allowed the 5th-fewest points per game. With that they drafted Justin Jefferson to replace Diggs.
Public (Spread) Betting Percentages via oddsFire: MIN: (N/A) | GB: (N/A) Minnesota sports columnist and radio personality Sid Hartman, an old-school home team booster who once ran the NBA's Minneapolis Lakers and achieved nearly as much celebrity as some of the athletes he covered, died Sunday. Fantasy Focus Football: Week 6 Preview, Who Needs To Be In Your Lineup. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Ravens improve pass rush by trading for Ngakoue (0:57), SVP pays tribute to legendary sportswriter, Sid Hartman (0:58), The Vikings haven't given up on 2020, but focus points to 2021, Former Vikings LB Matt Blair dies at age 70, Source: Vikes' Hunter having surgery, out for '20. While the strategies and player selections recommended in his articles are his personal views, he may deploy different strategies and player selections when entering contests with his personal account. He'll turn 22 in early August, however, which will leave a handful of 21-year-old rookies like Justin Jefferson as the team's youngest players.
Matt Blair, one of the greatest linebackers in Minnesota Vikings history and a six-time Pro Bowler who played in two Super Bowls, has died. Vikings once again only have 4 cornerbacks active vs. Atlanta given injuries to Holton Hill and Kris Boyd. Vikings vs Packers Week 8 Game Info NFL Week 8 Game Minnesota Vikings (1-5, 1-2 Away) vs. Green Bay Packers (4-1, 2-0 Home) Date: Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 Time: 1 p.m. EST Venue Minnesota was one of the heaviest running teams in the NFL last season but Cousins is still one of its most important players. This is all in addition to having a pretty solidified roster with names like Adam Thielen and Dalvin Cook. Now those moves are in question after dismal start. Date: Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020
He was 100. Spread Pick: N/A. Who Is Going to Replace Stefon Diggs in the Offense? Field, Matthew, Stephania and Daniel talk the rescheduled games impact on fantasy football and preview Week 6 matchups.
Spread: MIN: +7 (-110) | GB: -7 (-110)
Damien Woody joined the show to discuss the Yannick Ngakoue trade, why the Giants wouldn't go for him and much more.
These cookies do not store any personal information. Can the 1-4 Vikings still be a playoff team? Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter will undergo season-ending neck surgery to repair a herniated disc, a league source confirmed to ESPN on Thursday. The Ravens have traded for Vikings defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, with sources telling ESPN that Minnesota is getting a 2021 third-round draft pick and a 2022 conditional fifth-round pick. NFL Week 8 Game Ngakoue trade was just the first of many decisions facing the Vikings, including what to do about quarterback Kirk Cousins. Justin Jefferson's 39.6 PPR fantasy points are the 14th-most by a rookie wide receiver since at least 1950. Odds to Win Super Bowl LV: MIN: (+15000) | GB: (+1200), All NFL predictions & expert picks from Sporting News will be posted when available. Winner: N/A These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Kirk Cousins admitted his chances of finishing the season as the Vikings' starting quarterback will be slim if he keeps throwing so many interceptions. Wilf was born in Berlin, Germany, making him one of three international-born NFL owners.
Through Week 6, a few playoff favorites have already cut themselves out of the postseason picture. He led the team to an above .500 record in five of his first six seasons, making the playoffs three times. Bart blames Gettleman for it more than Douglas. Here's how they got here and what they need to do to get back in the mix. However, the recent moves might not be enough to make up for all of the losses over the last year or two. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Tight ends Kyle Rudolph and Irv Smith are likely in for an uptick in targets, as well. 31 in the NFL). Now get most back. 20 in the NFL). – Green Bay is 10-2 straight up in its last 12 games.
Vikings and Ravens finalizing a trade to send DE Yannick Ngakoue to Baltimore for a 2021 third-round pick and a 2022 conditional fifth-round pick, sources tell ESPN. Mike Zimmer is entering his seventh season as the Vikings' head coach. The views expressed in their articles are the author’s alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of FanDuel. The Vikings finished the 2019 season with a 10-6 record and knocked off the Saints in the first round of the playoffs before losing to the eventual NFC Champion 49ers.
Max Staley is not a FanDuel employee. Vikings vs Packers Spread & Odds. He ranked 14th with a 21% win rate last season. Someone is always on the hot seat in the NFL, and 2020 is no different. Other inactives include Dalvin Cook, Dru Samia and KJ Osborn, all of whom are injured.
NFL Week 8 Game Minnesota Vikings (1-5, 1-2 Away) vs. Green Bay Packers (4-1, 2-0 Home) Date: Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 Time: 1 p.m. EST Venue: Lambeau Field — Green Bay, WI Coverage: FOX. Total: N/A – Over: (N/A) | Under: (N/A) This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter will undergo season-ending neck surgery to repair a herniated disc, a league source confirmed to ESPN on Thursday. Vikings vs Packers Week 8 Game Info. (PRWR is an ESPN stat built with NFL Next Gen Stats data). Going 10-6 straight up, the Vikings went 9-7 against the spread in the regular season. Falcons. Barnwell ranks the NFL's contender busts, Fantasy Focus Football: Week 7 Rankings, Latest NFL News, Barnwell's NFL hot seat ratings: Who could get fired (or benched), plus fixes for each, Fantasy Focus Football: Recapping Week 6, MNF Preview, Vikings head into bye week with 1-5 record after losing to hapless Falcons, QB Cousins: Won't finish season if INTs continue, Famed Minnesota columnist Hartman dies at 100, Mayfield, Cousins and Wentz and a Spider-Man meme of bad QB play, Falcons have first game under interim coach Raheem Morris vs. Vikings. After trading Stefon Diggs for picks with Buffalo, they had a lot of draft capital to spend. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Can their seasons be saved? The Minnesota Vikings have ruled out running back Dalvin Cook for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons with a groin injury. They also traded Stefon Diggs, the disgruntled wide receiver, to the Buffalo Bills. Mayfield and Cousins combined to throw five interceptions. Adam Thielen will be heavily relied upon as will rookie wideout Justin Jefferson who was drafted in the first round out of LSU.
Venue: Lambeau Field — Green Bay, WI Field, Matthew, Stephania and Daniel talk the best performances from this week, update you on the latest injury news and preview MNF. Social media was quick to point out the similarly bad days that each QB had. Moneyline: MIN: (+260) | GB: (-320) NFL Network first reported Hunter would need surgery. Wentz tried to rally but was undone by early struggles and his supporting cast. Scott: Why didn't the Giants get Ngakoue? DISCLAIMER: This site is 100% for entertainment purposes only and does not involve real money betting or prizes. Minnesota had fifteen draft picks to help replenish their roster and got some instant-impact guys in the first two rounds in wide receiver Justin Jefferson and cornerback Jeff Gladney.
Always be ready to live-bet a losing team should the opposing QB leave the game or bet the Over following a 50-yard run stopped just shy of the goal line. – Green bay is surrendering 27.8 PPG this season (No. The scheme might not change, but what kind of stops does Atlanta pull out against a Vikings team scratching to keep its playoff hopes alive?
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. – Green Bay is 4-1 agains the spread (ATS) in its last five games. Stefon Diggs left behind 94 targets in this offense. Minnesota Vikings (1-5, 1-2 Away) vs. Green Bay Packers (4-1, 2-0 Home) Sources: Vikes ship Ngakoue to Ravens for picks, What happened to the Cowboys, Vikings and Texans? Sign up for FanDuel Sportsbook today and get your first bet risk free for up to $1,000! They also drafted Jeff Gladney and Cameron Dantzler to help bolster a secondary that started to show struggles last season. Zimmer was previously a defensive coordinator for the Cowboys and Bengals for fourteen seasons.
All betting lines, odds and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook. Minnesota didn’t have much to spend this offseason, nor did they. – Minnesota is surrendering 32.0 PPG this season (No. Who is the Youngest Player on the Vikings.