Packers vs. Vikings Point Spread: NFL Week 18 Odds, Prediction
That being said, one of the games that will not directly impact the upcoming playoffs will be this divisional matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota Vikings.
As it stands, Green Bay has already clinched a spot in the playoffs, while Minnesota was eliminated some time ago. Of course, Green Bay will use this game as a tune-up, while Minnesota is chasing a winning season.
NFL Point Spread and Betting Analysis
The Minnesota Vikings are -7 (-115) home favourites, while the Green Bay Packers are road underdogs of +7 (-105). Further, the total is O/U 35.5 (-110).
Despite having already clinched a playoff spot, the Packers have struggled recently, losing their last three games in a row. Further, the Packers are 6-10 against the spread this season and 2-6 ATS on the road.
Minnesota, on the other hand, has won its last four games, is 8-8 ATS overall this season, and 3-4 ATS at home.
Green Bay Packers
Green Bay enters this game with a record of 9-6-1, having most recently lost to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 17 by a score of 41-24. As mentioned, the Packers have already clinched a playoff berth, but they have also lost three consecutive games.
The biggest concern for the Packers is the health of their quarterback, Jordan Love. He is officially listed as questionable and is dealing with a concussion.
If Love is unable to play, the Packers will turn to backup quarterback Malik Willis, who played well against Baltimore, but does not have the same experience.
Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota enters this game with a record of 8-8, having most recently beaten the Detroit Lions in Week 17 by a score of 23-10.
While the Vikings know their season is over, they still have the opportunity to end with a winning record. Like Green Bay, Minnesota is dealing with injuries, including Jordan Mason, their leading rusher.
The Vikings still have Aaron Jones in the backfield, but he has not had the same impact as Mason, which could affect their chances in this game.
NFL Prediction: Who Will Win Packers vs. Vikings?
There is no question that the Packers are reeling, but the Vikings being a touchdown favourite feels like too much. Of course, Green Bay has not been good against the spread this season, but Minnesota has not been consistent at covering the spread at home.
There is still the concern of Love’s status, but if he is available, the Packers are going to have a good chance to win this game outright. Even if Love doesn’t play, Willis was effective last week, so backing the Packers to cover +7 (-105) is our play, though we like the Vikings to ultimately win 24-20.
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