Vikings Poised for NFC North Crown as Packers Defense Faces Key Injuries

Minnesota aims to secure a top playoff seed while Green Bay's depleted secondary braces for Sam Darnold and a surging Vikings offense.

The Minnesota Vikings, at 13-2, need wins against the Packers and Lions to claim the NFC North title and the NFC's No. 1 playoff seed.
Green Bay's defense is severely weakened, with Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander doubtful and multiple other starters battling injuries.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold has excelled, throwing just one interception over the past six games, all of which Minnesota won.
The Packers defense, while strong in turnovers with 15 interceptions this season, has struggled with consistency, ranking 20th in passing yards allowed.
Head coach Kevin O’Connell and defensive coordinator Brian Flores have transformed the Vikings into a balanced team, with the NFL’s No. 3 scoring defense and an efficient offense led by Darnold.