vike daddy Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 The Vikings began the season 0-4 primarily because they couldn't get out of their own way. They were the worst team in football when it came to turnover margin (negative-seven), and after winning a ton of close games last year, they became experts at losing such contests. The tide has started to turn in their favor in the last month, though, and especially in the last couple of weeks. They're plus-four in turnover margin in their last two games, their defense is allowing just 15 points per game in the last two weeks, and Cousins -- who has been good throughout the majority of this season -- is finally getting the support he needs. What is perhaps most impressive (and most important) is how Minnesota is learning to bounce back from mistakes. The Vikings surrendered possession on an early Cousins interception, but recovered a McCaffrey fumble deep in their own territory, then promptly put together their best drive of the season, covering 89 yards on 10 plays and finishing off the fantastic scoring march with a strike down the seam to Addison, setting the tone for the night ahead. This one feels even more monumental because of the opponent, the lack of Jefferson, and the prime-time stage. It could serve as a springboard for a Vikings team that doesn't have the most intimidating slate of opponents ahead of them in the next five weeks. NFL.com realistically, will we be in the playoff hunt...? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SemperFeist Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 9 minutes ago, vike daddy said: realistically, will we be in the playoff hunt...? If they continue to take care of the football, yes. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cearbhall Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 The Vikings began the season 0-4? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcblack34 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 2 minutes ago, Cearbhall said: The Vikings began the season 0-4? Yeah...someone didn't read the schedule correctly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikesfan89 Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 Shhh... it'll be more impressive when they win the division that way 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelKing728 Posted October 26, 2023 Share Posted October 26, 2023 Do the Vikings know that the Vikings started out 0-4? lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vike daddy Posted October 28, 2023 Author Share Posted October 28, 2023 ESPN's calculated odds of making playoffs, advancing, etc: https://www.espn.com/nfl/fpi/_/view/projections Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshpit23 Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 5 hours ago, vike daddy said: ESPN's calculated odds of making playoffs, advancing, etc: https://www.espn.com/nfl/fpi/_/view/projections 55.8% chance to make the playoffs as the 7th seed. I’ll take it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swede700 Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 1 hour ago, marshpit23 said: 55.8% chance to make the playoffs as the 7th seed. I’ll take it. 2.8% chance of making the Super Bowl... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vike daddy Posted October 29, 2023 Author Share Posted October 29, 2023 3 hours ago, marshpit23 said: 55.8% chance to make the playoffs as the 7th seed. I’ll take it. will be interesting to see how the % changes after beating Green Bay.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshpit23 Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 4 hours ago, vike daddy said: will be interesting to see how the % changes after beating Green Bay.... It will most definitely improve! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshpit23 Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 6 hours ago, swede700 said: 2.8% chance of making the Super Bowl... Yes Lloyd, there’s a chance 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vike daddy Posted October 31, 2023 Author Share Posted October 31, 2023 we currently rank 7th in the NFC playoff standings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcblack34 Posted October 31, 2023 Share Posted October 31, 2023 40 minutes ago, vike daddy said: we currently rank 7th in the NFC playoff standings. But #1 in your hearts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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