This Sunday, the 10-2 Minnesota Vikings will take on the 6-6 Atlanta Falcons at US Bank Stadium. The game features the return of quarterback Kirk Cousins to Minnesota, where he was a beloved figure to some fans. It’s a matchup that’s been eagerly anticipated since the schedule came out.
As we roll into Week 14, everyone’s wondering if the Minnesota Vikings can secure a spot in the playoffs this week. The short answer? Yes, it’s possible, but they’ll need a bit of help from elsewhere on the scoreboard.
Here’s how the Minnesota Vikings can clinch a playoff spot in Week 14
First and foremost, the Minnesota Vikings need to handle their business at home against the Atlanta Falcons to get their record up to 11-2. After that, they’ll need some outside help – teams like the Arizona Cardinals and the Los Angeles Rams will need to lose their games too.
Clinching Scenarios:
The Vikings must win against the Atlanta Falcons. The Arizona Cardinals must lose to the Seattle Seahawks. The Los Angeles Rams must lose to the Buffalo Bills.
If these three things happen, the Minnesota Vikings are all but guaranteed to secure at least the 7th seed in the NFL playoffs.
With several games still on the schedule, they’ve got a shot not only at clinching their division but also at snagging the #1 seed, which would mean a first-round bye.
The Minnesota Vikings are just one game behind the red-hot Detroit Lions, who stand at an impressive 11-1. With the Vikings set to face the Lions in Week 18, there’s a juicy possibility that this game could decide the NFC North title and even the coveted number one seed. We’re still a few weeks out, but it’s definitely something to keep an eye on as the rest of the season unfolds.