Las Vegas Raiders vs Minnesota Vikings Preview
Kickoff for the Vikings and Raiders matchup on Sunday, December 10th is set for 4:05 ET. This week 14 NFL showdown will be televised on FOX.
Minnesota is set to take on the Raiders in this non-conference matchup, and they are favored by 3 points on the road. Read on for my thoughts and betting angles. Check out BetCoco for Las Vegas Raiders – Minnesota Vikings odds
Las Vegas Raiders vs Minnesota Vikings Head-to-Head and Key Stats
When looking back on the last three head-to-head matchups between Las Vegas and Minnesota, the Vikings hold the edge with a record of 2-1. Not only does the team have the better record, but they have won in convincing fashion, posting an average scoring differential of 10 points.
- The Vikings are 3-0 ATS in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.
- Through their last ten home games, Las Vegas has an ATS record of just 4-6. However, their overall record was 3-7 while averaging 17 points per game.
- In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Raiders have a straight up record of 1-4 and an ATS mark of 2-3.
- In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Vikings have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.
Las Vegas Raiders vs Minnesota Vikings Prediction
As they get ready to face the Raiders, the Vikings carry in a 6-6 record. Within the NFC-North, they are currently in 2nd place and are positioned 6th in the NFC overall. The Vikings currently hold a 7-4-1 record against the spread. Currently, their average scoring margin is +1.8. So far this season, the Vikings hold an over/under record of 3-9. The average over/under betting line in their games has been 45 points, and their games have averaged a combined 42.1 points.
Offensively, the Vikings have an average of 21.9 points per game, which is 14th in the NFL. Thus far, the Vikings’ defense has given up an average of 320.3 yards per game and 20.2 points per contest (8th). Going into this game, they’ve allowed a completion percentage of 70.0% and have surrendered 15 passing touchdowns. When it comes to run defense, they rank 5th in the NFL.
As they take on the Vikings, the Raiders will be looking to build on their 5-7 record. This currently places them at 4th in the AFC-West and 13th in the AFC. The Raiders currently hold a 6-6 record against the spread. Currently, their average scoring margin is -4.5. So far this season, the Raiders hold an over/under record of 3-9. The average over/under betting line in their games has been 42.9 points, and their games have averaged a combined 38.2 points.
At home, the Raiders are averaging 19.8 points per contest compared to their overall numbers of 16.8 points per game. In the league, Las Vegas is 24th in overall scoring. The Raiders currently rank 15th in tackles for loss and 12th in sacks on the defensive side. Their opponents are averaging 21.3 points per game and 343.8 yards per contest against them.
Even though they are considered 3-point underdogs, our projection points to a 22-21 win for the Raiders. Based on our simulations, the Raiders holds a 50% probability of taking down the Vikings.
Las Vegas Raiders vs Minnesota Vikings Betting Tips
- We like the Raiders on the moneyline (+128)
- The Raiders are also our pick on the spread at +3
- Projecting a combined 43 points, we like the over
Las Vegas Raiders Injury Report
- Brandon Facyson – Shin (Out)
- Kolton Miller – Shoulder (Questionable)
- Marcus Epps – Neck (Questionable)
- Austin Walter – Undisclosed (Out)
- Darien Butler – Undisclosed (Out)
- Brittain Brown – Undisclosed (Out)
- Kana’i Mauga – Knee (Out)
- Dalton Wagner – Undisclosed (Out)
Minnesota Vikings Injury Report
- Kirk Cousins – Achilles (Out)
- Jordan Hicks – Lower Leg (Out)
- Dean Lowry – Pectoral (Out)
- Olisaemeka Udoh – Quad (Out)
- Marcus Davenport – Ankle (Out)
- James Lynch – Knee (Out)
- Cam Akers – Achilles (Out)
- Malik Knowles – Undisclosed (Out)
