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Green Bay Packers vs Minnesota Vikings Betting Preview
The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field in Week 12 NFL action. Green Bay enters at 6-3-1 after rallying past the Giants, while Minnesota sits at 4-6 following a narrow loss to Chicago. Bettors will weigh the Packers’ playoff push against the Vikings’ struggles with quarterback J.J. McCarthy’s inconsistency.
Line Movement and Odds
- Packers Spread: -6.5 (-109)
- Vikings Spread: +6.5 (-110)
- Packers MoneyLine: -300
- Vikings MoneyLine: +243
- Total: 41.0 (Over -110, Under -109)
Green Bay opened as solid home favorites, reflecting their defensive strength and Minnesota’s recent skid. See full NFL odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Green Bay Packers Outlook
Jordan Love has completed 67.7% of his passes with 15 touchdowns and three interceptions, including a game-winning strike to Christian Watson against New York. Josh Jacobs (knee) is questionable, leaving Emanuel Wilson as the likely starter. Romeo Doubs leads the team with 499 receiving yards, while the defense ranks sixth in yards allowed per game (292.1). Injuries to Quay Walker, Karl Brooks, and Nate Hobbs could test their depth, but Green Bay’s balanced roster remains a strength.
Minnesota Vikings Outlook
J.J. McCarthy has struggled since returning from injury, completing just 52.9% of his passes with six touchdowns and eight interceptions. Justin Jefferson leads with 747 receiving yards, while Jordan Mason has 489 rushing yards and five scores. Minnesota’s defense allows 127 rushing yards per game, a potential weakness against Green Bay’s ground attack. The Vikings must lean on Jefferson and their pass rush to stay competitive.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The Packers must protect Love and establish Wilson in the run game if Jacobs sits. The Vikings need McCarthy to limit turnovers and Jefferson to stretch the field. Red-zone efficiency and defensive stops will decide this NFC North clash.
Injuries / Availability
Green Bay lists Josh Jacobs (knee), Romeo Doubs (wrist), Christian Watson (knee), and Quay Walker (shoulder) as questionable, with Elgton Jenkins (ankle) and Tucker Kraft (knee) out. For full player status, check the Packers injury report.
Minnesota lists Jonathan Greenard (shoulder), Ryan Kelly (concussion), and Isaiah Rodgers (head) questionable, with Carson Wentz (shoulder), Ty Chandler (knee), and Jeff Okudah (concussion) out. See the Vikings injury page for latest updates.
Environment
The game kicks off at Lambeau Field, where Green Bay is 3-2 at home. Minnesota is 3-2 on the road, showing resilience away from home. Expect a cold-weather divisional battle with playoff implications for the Packers.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Packers 24, Vikings 20
- Best Bet: Vikings +6.5
Minnesota’s ability to keep games close makes the underdog spread appealing. - Total: Over 41.0 (-110)
Our model projects 44 points, leaning over given both teams’ recent scoring trends.
Green Bay’s defense and Love’s efficiency should secure the win, but Minnesota’s playmakers keep it tight. Expect a competitive divisional matchup trending over the total.
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