Vikings Look to Break Streak and Secure Road Win Against Packers

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The Minnesota Vikings are set to face off against their arch-rivals, the Green Bay Packers, at Lambeau Field on Sunday. This marks the third consecutive season the Vikings are attempting to beat the Packers at their home stadium. The Vikings are currently 4-6 against the spread this season, while the Packers sit at 3-6-1. The series record between the two teams stands at 66-60-3 in favor of the Packers. Their last meeting ended with a Vikings victory of 27-25 in Minneapolis on December 29, 2024. In their last week of play, the Vikings suffered a 19-17 loss to the Chicago Bears at home, while the Packers secured a 27-20 win over the New York Giants on the road. Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson has been struggling with career lows in yards per catch and yards per game despite being one of the league's top receivers. However, with the Packers' defense allowing an average of 138.7 yards rushing over the past three games, Vikings running backs Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason may have an opportunity to gain consistent yardage and relieve pressure on struggling quarterback J.J. McCarthy. The Vikings are seeking their first three-game road winning streak in the series since 1991-93 and their first three-game winning streak overall against the Packers since 2008-09. Packers running back Josh Jacobs' uncertain status due to a bruised knee adds an element of unpredictability to the game. Other storylines to watch include the Packers' run defense, which has been vulnerable to rushing attacks, and the Vikings' defense, which has allowed just 2.05 yards per play inside the 20-yard line, the second-best red zone allowance in the league. In fantasy football, Packers running back Emanuel Wilson is worth considering as a waiver wire pickup due to the uncertainty surrounding Jacobs' injury.