The 4-5 Green Bay Packers (+850 to win NFC North) have their backs against the wall. With how things are playing out in the conference, the Packers doesn’t have much room for losses and errors, so Week 12’s matchup with the 5-4 Minnesota Vikings (+300 to win NFC North) will have a must-win atmosphere for both teams.
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Betting Preview for the Green Bay Packers vs Minnesota Vikings NFL Week 12 Game on November 25, 2018
Where: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
When: Sunday, November 25, 2018, 8:20 PM ET
Line: Green Bay Packers (+3.5) vs Minnesota Vikings (-3.5) – view all 2018 NFL lines
TV Broadcast: FOX
Betting on the Green Bay Packers (4-5-1)
The Packers are probably going to miss the playoffs – or not. That depends on how well they’re going to play the rest of the way, as the Chicago Bears seem to be pulling away atop the NFC North. The usual refrain in Green Bay is that the Packers also have a chance so long as they have Aaron Rodgers, but having the future Hall of Famer may not be enough to drag them out of the hole they’re in. He may get some additional help in this coming weekend’s rematch with the Vikings, though, as wide receiver is seemingly trending positively to a return after missing Week 11’s 27-24 road loss to the Seattle Seahawks due to a hamstring issue. It’s tight end Jimmy Graham’s availability that needs to be closely monitored, though, by potential Packers bettors. Graham suffered a broken thumb against the Seahawks, but is reportedly going to give it a try. Graham led the Packers with 95 receiving yards on six catches in Week 2’s 29-29 draw with Minnesota at home. Running back Aaron Jones should also be huge factor, as he was still serving a two-game suspension in the first date with Minnesota.
Recent Team Performance Trends
The Packers have struggled recently, winning only one of their past three games. Despite these setbacks, Aaron Rodgers has averaged over 250 passing yards per game in this stretch.
Their defense has allowed an average of 23 points, suggesting vulnerabilities that need addressing. The team’s ability to convert third downs has improved, now at 42%, hinting at potential for offensive momentum.
The over is 4-2 in the Packers’ last six road games.
Betting on the Minnesota Vikings (5-4-1)
When you’re up against an unforgiving defense such as that of the Chicago Bears’, you can’t afford to turn the ball over multiple times. But that’s exactly what the Vikings did in last week’s 25-20 loss to the Bears at Soldier Field. Kirk Cousins went 30-of-56 for 262 passing yards and two touchdowns, but had two interceptions. Moreover, running back Dalvin Cook had a lost fumble to make it three turnovers for the Vikings, who are averaging 1.6 giveaways per game — 25th in the NFL. However, the can expect a looser defense to challenge their attack next time around, as the Packers are allowing 24.3 points per game. In the first meeting, Kirk Cousins passed for 425 yards and four touchdowns against just an interception on 35-of-48 completions, while wide receivers Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs had 131 and 128 receiving yards apiece with a combined total of three touchdown receptions.
Dalvin Cook has been limited in practice but is expected to play, providing a helpful boost to their ground game. If Cook manages to stay healthy, he could exploit the Packers' run defense.
The Vikings are 3-1 ATS in their last four home games against Green Bay.
Head-to-Head History
In recent matchups, the Vikings have won three of the last five games against the Packers. Their ability to secure close wins, including a notable overtime victory last season, highlights their competitive edge.
This rivalry has often been decided by slim margins, making every play important.
Writer’s Prediction
Green Bay wins, 28-27.
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