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Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Minnesota Vikings (3-4) rekindle their divisional rivalry with the Green Bay Packers (2-4) when they meet at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at Lambeau Field in a game broadcast on FOX. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Vikings vs. Packers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Vikings were left for dead at 0-3, but have won 3 of their last 4 games and, if the playoffs started today, Minnesota would be the last Wild Card team in the NFC. The Vikings got themselves back in the playoff conversation Monday night with a 22-17 upset win over the San Francisco 49ers.

The Packers are on the other side of the coin. After starting 2-1, Green Bay has lost 3 straight – the most recent being a 19-17 loss to the Broncos. Key injuries on both sides of the ball have taken a toll on the NFL’s youngest team, and the Packers’ record reflects its lack of depth.

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Vikings at Packers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Vikings -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Packers +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Vikings -1.5 (-110) | Packers +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Vikings at Packers key injuries

Vikings

G Ezra Cleveland (foot) questionable
WR Justin Jefferson (hamstring) out

Packers

CB Jaire Alexander (back) questionable
LB De’Vondre Campbell (ankle) questionable
TE Luke Musgrave (ankle) questionable
C Josh Myers (ankle) questionable

Vikings at Packers picks and predictions

Prediction

Vikings 20, Packers 16

Moneyline

PASS

This is insurance in the event of a tie (these two tied at Lambeau Field in 2018). The Vikings have played more 1-score games since the start of 2022 (18) than any team in the league.

1.5 points isn’t a lot to give away, and it’s cheaper to take the spread.

Against the spread

TAKE VIKINGS -1.5 (-110)

The Vikings are 3-3-1 against the spread and the Packers are 3-3 ATS, so there isn’t a clear indicator here.

When this line opened Monday, the Packers were favored despite losing to the struggling Broncos. That changed after the Vikings beat the 49ers and vaulted themselves back into playoff contention.

The Vikings have played their best defensively when facing young quarterbacks and defensive coordinator Brian Flores unleashing blitz pressure. Their 3 wins have all come against young QBs (Bryce Young, Justin Fields and Brock Purdy). Jordan Love will have to play extremely well not to be the next victim.

Over/Under

TAKE UNDER 42 (-110)

The Vikings haven’t scored more than 22 points in their last 4 games, which includes all 3 of their wins this season. The Packers have just 68 points in their last 4 games with weekly totals of 18, 20, 13 and 17.

Hitting Over 42 points is going to require both teams to approach or surpass 20 points. Given the status of both of these offenses, for this game not to stay Under will likely require at least 1 defensive or special teams touchdown.

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San Francisco 49ers at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s San Francisco 49ers at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The San Francisco 49ers (5-1) face the Minnesota Vikings (2-4) at 8:15 p.m. ET Monday at U.S. Bank Stadium (ABC/ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the 49ers vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

After scoring 30 or more points in each of their first 5 games, the 49ers were shut down by the Browns 19-17 on Oct. 15 in the worst game of QB Brock Purdy‘s career. He completed just 12 of 27 passes for 125 yards with 1 touchdown and 1 interception. The 49ers are 4-2 against the spread (ATS).

The Vikings kept hope alive for their season with a 19-13 win over the Chicago Bears. The Vikings defense knocked Bears QB Justin Fields out of the game and needed a defensive touchdown from LB Jordan Hicks to lock down the win and improve Minnesota to 2-3-1 ATS.

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49ers at Vikings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 10:13 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): 49ers -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Vikings +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): 49ers -7 (-105) | Vikings +7 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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49ers at Vikings key injuries

49ers

LB Dre Greenlaw (hamstring) questionable
RB Christian McCaffrey (oblique) questionable
WR Deebo Samuel (shoulder) out
OT Trent Williams (ankle) doubtful

Vikings

G Ezra Cleveland (foot) out

49ers at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

49ers 31, Vikings 17

Moneyline

PASS.

The 49ers should win this one with relative ease — even if their injured stars don’t play or are limited. But a 1:3 ratio for return on investment is too steep a price to pay.

Against the spread

TAKE 49ERS -7 (-105).

The 49ers are the best team in the NFC and can dominate on both sides of the ball. The Vikings and QB Kirk Cousins have struggled badly in prime-time games, and without Justin Jefferson, the team is without its most dynamic player.

The 49ers are capable of blowing the doors off the Vikings, even if McCaffrey is out or limited. The Vikings are among the worst teams in the league in terms of turnovers (13), and the 49ers lead the league in giveaway/takeaway ratio (plus-8). That’s a bad combination for the Vikings.

Over/Under

TAKE OVER 43 (-110).

The 49ers have scored 30 or more points in 5 of 6 games and have a good chance of doing that against Minnesota’s risk-taking, blitz-happy defense. Big plays will be available to the 49ers offense if the line can pick up Minnesota’s blitzes.

San Francisco has outscored its opponents 41-6 in the 1st quarter this season and 106-54 in the 1st half. If the Vikings get behind, they will become 1-dimensional and could end up passing 40 or more times. That should help give them enough points to do their part to get this score Over.

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Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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Two teams that entered the season convinced they were playoff teams are now playing for survival, as the Minnesota Vikings (1-4) travel to play the Chicago Bears (1-4) at 1 p.m. Sunday at Soldier Field in a game broadcast on FOX. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Vikings vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Vikings have been rumored to be ready for a fire sale after a slow start and a hamstring injury that placed star wide receiver Justin Jefferson on injured reserve. As in many of their losses, the Vikings had opportunities in the 4th quarter, but fell flat in a 27-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Kirk Cousins threw for 284 yards and 2 touchdowns, but the Vikings defense failed them – allowing the Chiefs to convert 9-of-15 3rd downs to keep drives alive and control tempo. The loss dropped Minnesota to 1-3-1 Against the Spread.

The Bears got their 1st win of the season with a 40-20 blowout of the Washington Commanders. Chicago’s offense rolled up 451 total yards. The run game gained 178 yards on 32 carries and quarterback Justin Fields threw for 282 yards and 4 touchdowns. Wide receiver D.J. Moore had a breakout game, catching 8 passes for 230 yards and 3 touchdowns. The win was Chicago’s 1st ATS win of the season (1-3-1).

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Vikings at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 6:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Vikings -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Bears +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Vikings -3 (-110) | Bears +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Vikings at Bears key injuries

Vikings

WR Justin Jefferson (hamstring) out

Bears

RB Khalil Herbert (ankle) out
RB Travis Homer (hamstring) out
S Eddie Jackson (foot) questionable
RB Roshon Johnson (concussion) out
C Lucas Patrick (concussion) questionable

Vikings at Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Vikings 24, Bears 20

Moneyline

PASS

The Vikings have the better team and should win, but they just can’t be trusted this season to wager on. The Bears will likely get a lot more action on this betting line, but they can’t be counted on either.

Against the spread

TAKE VIKINGS -3 (-110)

The loss of Jefferson is huge, but Minnesota has other offensive options. The Vikings may transform back into a more run-heavy offense. The Bears are coming off a mini-bye, but their defense has been carved up badly through the air. In 5 games opposing quarterbacks have thrown for 1,478 yards with 12 touchdowns and a passer rating of 111.1. Even without Jefferson, the Vikings should be able to take advantage of the Bears’ suspect defense.

Over/Under

TAKE OVER 43.5 (-110)

The Bears have allowed 27 or more points in 4 of 5 games, and the Vikings have allowed 27 or more points in 3 of the last 4. What has this game looking more like an Over call is that the Bears are going to be without 3 of their top 4 running backs and may have to throw more or count on Fields to be the primary runner. Minnesota is aggressive on defense, which can cut both ways when they allow big plays downfield.

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First look: Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Minnesota Vikings (1-4) and Chicago Bears (1-4) meet Sunday in a 1 p.m. ET (FOX) kickoff at Soldier Field. Below, we look at Vikings vs. Bears odds from BetMGM Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s NFL picks and predictions.

Minnesota logged its 3rd loss in a 1-possession game with a 27-20 setback vs. the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday. The 3.5-point-underdog Vikings led the game 13-10 late in the 2nd quarter, but were undone by the Chiefs scoring the next 17 points in a statistically-even contest.

The Bears played the Thursday night game, winning at the Washington Commanders 40-20 to snap a 14-game losing streak that dated back to October of last season. QB Justin Fields threw 4 TD passes and directed Chicago in the team scoring its most points in a single game since Dec. 27, 2020 (41 vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars).

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Vikings at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 7:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Vikings -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Bears +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
Against the spread (ATS): Vikings -3 (-110) | Bears +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Vikings 1-4 | Bears 1-4
ATS: Vikings 1-3-1 | Bears 1-3-1
O/U: Vikings 1-4 | Bears 5-0

Vikings vs. Bears head-to-head

The Bears and Vikings have been tussling on the gridiron since 1961. The rivalry has been played 124 times (including 1 postseason game) with thr Vikings leading 65-57-2. The Vikings have won 4 straight in the series.

Minnesota is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games against Chicago. Across the last 9 games played at Soldier Field, the Under has cashed 8 times.

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Kansas City Chiefs at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Kansas City Chiefs (3-1) look for their 4th straight win when they play the Minnesota Vikings (1-3) Sunday. Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium is set for 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Chiefs vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Vikings finally got in the win column in Week 4 with a 21-13 victory over the Carolina Panthers where Minnesota ran just 44 offensive plays. QB Kirk Cousins was limited to just 139 passing yards but threw a pair of touchdowns to WR Justin Jefferson, and RBs Alexander Mattison and Cam Akers combined to rush 22 times for 135 yards. After falling behind by 10 points early, the Vikings defense threw a shutout in the 2nd half to give the Vikings their first win ATS (1-2-1).

The Chiefs escaped New York with a 23-20 win over the Jets after blowing a 17-0 first quarter lead. The Chiefs had more rushing yards (204) than passing yards (197) and fell to a record of 2-2 ATS. Patrick Mahomes had his least productive game of the season, completing 18 of 30 passes for 203 yards with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions.

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Chiefs at Vikings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:03 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chiefs -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Vikings +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Against the spread (ATS): Chiefs -3.5 (-110) | Vikings +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at Vikings key injuries

Chiefs

LB Nick Bolton (ankle) questionable

Vikings

LB Brian Asamoah (toe) questionable
LB Marcus Davenport (ankle) questionable

Chiefs at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 34, Vikings 20

Moneyline

PASS.

The Chiefs should win this game comfortably, but getting slightly more than 50 percent return on investment isn’t worth it.

Against the spread

TAKE THE CHIEFS -3.5 (-110)

Kansas City hasn’t been blowing out teams, which is why this spread is lower than it typically should be. The Vikings defense has played well in spurts, but they’ve been blitz-happy — which doesn’t work against someone like Mahomes. Minnesota specializes in 1-score games, but the Chiefs will be hard to keep down. The Vikings need to stop their penchant for turnovers — they have committed 11 turnovers in their first 4 games (7 lost fumbles and 4 interceptions). Against the Chiefs, handing the ball over could be disastrous.

Over/Under

TAKE OVER 52.5 POINTS (-110)

The Chiefs’ offense has only put 1 complete game together this season and will look to take charge early. The Vikings make up for having a sub-par defense — that doesn’t have quality depth — by bringing blitz pressure on more than 50 percent of snaps. With the big-play downfield threats both offenses have, there should be enough big-play opportunities. Kansas City should be able to hit 30 points. The Vikings will likely become 1-dimensional offensively, which could lead to points at garbage time to push past this high number.

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Minnesota Vikings at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings at Carolina Panthers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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After a winless September for both teams, the Minnesota Vikings (0-3) look for their 1st win of the season when they travel to play the Carolina Panthers (0-3) at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in a game broadcast on FOX. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Vikings vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Vikings failed to cover as 1-point favorites against the Los Angeles Chargers last week and are now 0-2-1 ATS on the young season. QB Kirk Cousins was 32-for-50 for 367 yards, 3 touchdowns and 1 INT in the 28-24 loss as the Under cashed. WR Justin Jefferson caught 7 balls for 149 yards and a touchdown as he has gone for at least 149 yards in all 3 games.

The Panthers are expected to welcome back QB Bryce Young under center after he missed last week’s tilt with an ankle injury. QB Andy Dalton threw for 361 yards, 2 touchdowns and no INTs in a valiant effort that resulted in a 37-27 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. The Panthers failed to cover the +4.5 spread, and the Over cruised.

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Vikings at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Vikings -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Panthers +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread (ATS): Vikings -4.5 (-110) | Panthers +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Vikings at Panthers key injuries

Vikings

C Garrett Bradbury (back) questionable
S Lewis Cine (hamstring) out
LB Marcus Davenport (ankle) questionable

Panthers

LB Frankie Luvu (hip) questionable
WR Jonathan Mingo (concussion) questionable
RB Miles Sanders (groin) questionable
S Xavier Woods (hamstring) out

Vikings at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Vikings 27, Panthers 23

Moneyline

PASS

The Vikings are too prohibitive a favorite for the investment needed to make on a winless team.

Against the spread

TAKE THE PANTHERS +4.5 (-110)

Minnesota always seems to be in 1-score games (winning 11 of them last year and losing all 3 of them this year). While the Vikings have the offensive talent to do a lot of damage, its blitz-happy defense has been shredded on the ground by the Eagles (259 yards) and through the air by the Chargers (445 yards). The Panthers may need a late score to get within this spread, but the Vikings are a hard-luck team that is finding ways not to cover against teams they should beat.

Over/Under

TAKE OVER 46.5 POINTS (-110).

In their last 2 games, the Vikings have been part of 114 being scored (57 a game). The Panthers haven’t allowed less than 20 points in any game and are averaging 27 points being scored against them. The Vikings offense should do its part to score 27 or more, and Minnesota’s defense is bad enough that allowing 20 or more should be enough to hit the Over.

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Los Angeles Chargers at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Chargers at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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Two playoff teams from last season meet in a battle to avoid starting 0-3 as the Los Angeles Chargers (0-2) visit the Minnesota Vikings (0-2) Sunday. Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Chargers vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

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Chargers at Vikings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chargers -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Vikings -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Chargers +1 (-110) | Vikings -1 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 54 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chargers at Vikings key injuries

Chargers

LB Joey Bosa (hamstring) questionable
RB Austin Ekeler (ankle) out
DL Christopher Hinton (back) questionable
LB Eric Kendricks (hamstring) out
LB Mike Rumph II (hamstring) questionable

Vikings

C Garrett Bradbury (back) questionable
LB Marcus Davenport (ankle) out

Chargers at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Vikings 31, Chargers 27

Moneyline

PASS

Your investment is almost the same on the moneyline (-115) as it is vs. the spread (-110). If you’re picking the Vikings, laying 1 point shouldn’t be a deterrent so make a lesser investment vs. the spread and give away the 1 point.

Against the spread

TAKE THE VIKINGS -1 (-110)

The Vikings have lost 2 games by a combined total of 11 points to the Buccaneers and Eagles despite being a -3 in turnover differential in both. Minnesota is a better team that its winless record indicates because the most severe damage done to them is self-inflicted.

The Chargers have shown a unique propensity to just find ways to lose. Their defense got blown up by the Dolphins and they blew a double-digit lead and allowed the Titans to outscore them 20-10 after halftime in a 27-24 overtime loss.

If the Vikings can keep the turnovers even, they have the better roster to get things done, especially with Ekeler sidelined.

Over/Under

OVER 54 POINTS (-110)

No other game in Week 3 has an Over/Under of more than 48.5 points, and this one is a couple of field goals higher. That’s for a reason.

Both offenses like to throw the ball a lot, and neither defense has shown the ability to stop the pass. The Chargers are the only team in the league to allow more than 700 yards passing, and the Vikings defense can’t get off the field (the opponent has had the ball for more than 35 minutes a game).

The Vikings are 1-dimensional with a brutal run game, and the Chargers will be without their most explosive run-game option. This game could easily see 80 passes thrown, and with the receiving weapons both quarterbacks have, that could lead to a lot of points.

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Minnesota Vikings at Philadelphia Eagles odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Minnesota Vikings at Philadelphia Eagles odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Minnesota Vikings (0-1) take the show on the road to their personal house of horrors when they face the Philadelphia Eagles (1-0) Thursday at Lincoln Financial Field. Kickoff is at 8:15 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Vikings vs. Eagles odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Despite going 13-4 last season, the Vikings were viewed by many as being somewhat fraudulent because of their NFL-record 11-0 mark in 1-score games. That record got snapped in a 20-17 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1 in a game where the Vikings committed 3 critical self-inflicted turnovers.

The Eagles went on the road in Week 1 and, despite opening up an early 16-0 lead, had to hold off a furious late charge from the New England Patriots to hold on for a 25-20 win. Despite being outgained 382-251, Philadelphia made the big plays when they needed them to escape with a win.

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Vikings at Eagles odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 8:47 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Vikings +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Eagles -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Vikings +7 (-110) | Eagles -7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Vikings at Eagles key injuries

Vikings

C Garrett Bradbury (back) DNP Tuesday
OT Christian Darrisaw (ankle) limited Tuesday
LB Marcus Davenport (ankle) limited Tuesday

Eagles

RB Kenneth Gainwell (ribs) DNP Tuesday
CB James Bradberry (concussion) DNP Tuesday
S Reed Blankenship (ribs) DNP Tuesday
DT Fletcher Cox (ribs) limited Tuesday

Vikings at Eagles picks and predictions

Prediction

Eagles 34, Vikings 20

Moneyline

PASS.

The Eagles should win this game with some ease barring a rash of turnovers, but having to invest at a 3:1 ratio on your return is simply too steep a price to pay for most bettors. You can get other bets with much better odds than risk a huge loss. The juice isn’t worth the squeeze on this one.

Against the spread

BET THE EAGLES -7 (110).

The Eagles blew out the Vikings last year 24-7 in a game that could have been 38-7 if Philly hadn’t called off the dogs and got conservative in the 2nd half with a grinding ground game.

There is no reason to think that with Minnesota missing its center and possibly its left tackle that the Vikings are going to be able to handle the Eagles’ defensive line rotation. When QB Kirk Cousins gets hit at high speed, bad things happen.

In games like this the biggest betting question becomes are the Vikings capable of blowing out the Eagles? No. Are the Eagles capable of blowing out the Vikings by 20? Yes. It’s never easy to give away 7 points to a defending division champion, but the Vikings don’t match up well with the weapons the Eagles can throw at them for 60 minutes.

Over/Under

BET OVER 48.5 POINTS (-110).

The biggest issue with betting the Over is whether you believe the Vikings can put up enough points on their side of the ledger to get the job done. The Eagles are likely to attack Minnesota’s defense and running quarterbacks have always caused the Vikings fits.

What makes this more likely to hit the Over is the injury situation. Two starters in the Eagles secondary are big question marks to play on the short turnaround, which is something that Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson can take advantage of to make some big plays.

Despite scoring just 25 points in Week 1, the Eagles offense scored 6 times against a stout Patriots defense. Turn 1 or 2 of those 4 field goals into touchdowns and it’s a much different story.

It may require a late touchdown (potentially in garbage time) to accomplish, but despite being a pretty high number, both offenses are capable of doing enough damage to surpass it.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Minnesota Vikings Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers begin their version of the post-Tom Brady era on the road against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday. Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium is at 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Buccaneers vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Buccaneers are coming out with a much different outlook than the team that had the worst rush offense in the league in 2022 — primarily because Brady threw 733 times last season. QB Baker Mayfield takes over as the signal caller, and that’s sure to force the offense to work with a very different game plan.

The Vikings finished 13-4 last season despite having the league’s 31st-ranked defense. Something is going to have to change if Minnesota wants to repeat as NFC North champions because you can’t bank on going 11-0 in 1-score games.

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Buccaneers at Vikings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:39 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Buccaneers +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Vikings -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Buccaneers +5.5 (-110) | Vikings -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Buccaneers at Vikings key injuries

Buccaneers

G Cody Mauch (back) questionable
DT Calijah Kancey (calf) questionable

Vikings

DE Marcus Davenport (ankle) questionable

Buccaneers at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Vikings 27, Buccaneers 24

Moneyline

PASS.

The Vikings are viewed as a clear favorite and they should come away with a win in front of their home fans. Minnesota was 8-1 at home last season, but you should never risk 2 1/2 times your potential return in a game with so many unknowns.

Against the spread

BET BUCCANEERS +5.5 (-110).

While the Vikings have added new defensive coordinator Brian Flores, he is still learning the strengths and weaknesses of his defensive players. Minnesota found ways to win close games in 2022 (you don’t win 11 1-score games as a complete fluke), but it often had to come from behind late in games to win.

Mayfield may be on his last stop in his NFL journey if things don’t start strong for the Bucs. Minnesota’s porous defense will likely allow him to look good, even if Tampa Bay doesn’t win.

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Over/Under

OVER 46 (-110) seems almost inevitable because the Vikings are going to be passing a lot. Moving on from RB Dalvin Cook was a signal of that change in offensive philosophy. QB Kirk Cousins has elite weapons in WRs Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison and TE T.J. Hockenson that the Buccaneers will struggle to contain.

The Buccaneers will look to attack a weak Vikings defense just as hard, making for a back-and-forth style of game that should rise past the O/U number.

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Arizona Cardinals at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona Cardinals at Minnesota Vikings preseason odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Arizona Cardinals (1-1) wrap up their preseason slate on the road against the Minnesota Vikings (0-2). Kickoff is Saturday at 1 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Stadium. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cardinals vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Cardinals were the league’s biggest underdog in each of their 1st 2 preseason contests. They won their preseason opener 18-17 at home against the Denver Broncos as 6-point underdogs and then lost 38-10 at home last week to the Kansas City Chiefs, failing to cover the 7.5-point spread. The Over (4.5) hit in the game.

The Vikings lost their preseason opener 24-13 to the Seattle Seahawks on the road, giving up a pair of 2nd-half TDs. Last week, they lost at home 24-16 to the Tennessee Titans as 2.5-point underdogs. The Over (36.5) hit in the game.

Cardinals at Vikings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:12 a.m. ET,

Moneyline (ML): Cardinals +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Vikings -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cardinals +1.5 (-110) | Vikings -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cardinals at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Cardinals 20, Vikings 17

Moneyline

Neither team is likely to play any starters, especially after holding 2 days of joint competitive practices. It will be rookies and players battling for roster spots. Since neither team is going to have their starters in more than the other, it really is a tossup as to who comes out on top.

Preseason games are unreliable and volatile, so the best way is to take a batch of games and go with the plus odds of the underdogs on the moneyline for the best payout.

BET CARDINALS (+105).

Against the spread

A 1.5-point spread isn’t much, but there have been 2 ties and 3 single-point wins in 2 weeks of the preseason so far.

That said, because preseason games are volatile and unreliable, especially in preseason finales when starters don’t typically play at all, there is no reason to bet the spread when both have minus odds.

PASS.

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Over/Under

The Cardinals’ preseason opener had 35 total points and last week’s contest had 48. The Vikings had 37 in their opener and 40 last week. They allowed 24 points in both games.

The Cardinals, though, have only 28 combined points in the preseason. They did play starters for longer in both games. Minnesota has not scored more than 16.

BET UNDER 38.5 (-110).

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