- The Vikings are -1.5 point favorites vs the Cardinals
- Total (Over/Under): 36.5 points
The Arizona Cardinals visit U.S. Bank Stadium to take on the Minnesota Vikings on Aug. 26. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Minneapolis.
The Vikings are betting favorites in this preseason matchup, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-110).
The Cardinals vs. Vikings Over/Under is 36.5 total points for the game.
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Cardinals vs. Vikings Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Cardinals | +1.5 -110 | 36.5 -110 | +105 |
| Vikings | -1.5 -110 | 36.5 -110 | -125 |
Cardinals vs. Vikings Prediction
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Vikings will win this preseason game with 54.5% confidence.
Cardinals vs Vikings Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Vikings will cover the spread with 55.7% confidence.
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Cardinals and Vikings, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
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Best Cardinals Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Cardinals players this preseason game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- James Conner has hit the Longest Rush Over in his last 7 games (+7.00 Units / 85% ROI)
- James Conner has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.60 Units / 52% ROI)
- Kyler Murray has hit the Passing Yards Under in 7 of his last 8 games (+5.80 Units / 55% ROI)
- James Conner has hit the Carries Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.30 Units / 40% ROI)
- Zach Ertz has hit the Longest Reception Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.10 Units / 38% ROI)
Best Vikings Player Prop Best Bets Today
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Vikings players for this preseason matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Kirk Cousins has hit the Pass Attempts Over in 13 of his last 16 games (+9.60 Units / 53% ROI)
- K.J. Osborn has hit the Longest Reception Under in 12 of his last 16 games (+7.00 Units / 35% ROI)
- Justin Jefferson has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 10 of his last 14 games (+5.65 Units / 34% ROI)
- T.J. Hockenson has hit the Receptions Over in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.45 Units / 42% ROI)
- T.J. Hockenson has hit the Longest Reception Under in 9 of his last 12 games (+5.00 Units / 32% ROI)
Cardinals Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Cardinals went 1-0 (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).
- Cardinals are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +2.1 Units / 210% ROI
- Cardinals are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- Cardinals are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / ROI
Vikings Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Vikings went 0-1 (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).
- Vikings are 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1 Units / -100% ROI
- Vikings are 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
- Vikings are 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
Arizona Cardinals: Keys to the Game vs. the Minnesota Vikings
The Cardinals were winless (0-4) when within 7 points at the two minute warning in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .492.
The Cardinals were 1-7 (.125) at home in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .562.
The Cardinals were winless (0-11) when scoring less than 22 points in the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .273.
The Cardinals are winless (0-10) when the opposing team rushes more than 30 times since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .219.
Minnesota Vikings: Keys to the Game vs. the Arizona Cardinals
The Vikings were undefeated (9-0) when within 7 points at the two minute warning in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .492.
The Vikings were undefeated (4-0) vs top 10 run defenses in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .438.
The Vikings were undefeated (8-0) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .497.
The Vikings were undefeated (5-0) when within 3 points at the two minute warning in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .493.
Additional Matchup Notes for Arizona Cardinals vs. Minnesota Vikings
The Vikings scored on 44.6% of their drives in the fourth quarter last season — second-best in NFL. The Cardinals defense allowed scores on 37.7% of opponent drives in the 4th quarter last season — fifth-worst in NFL.
Vikings WRs had 275 receptions in 17 games (16.2 per game) last season — second-best in NFL. The Cardinals allowed 24.4 receptions per game last season — third-worst in NFL.
Vikings RBs had 13 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone last season — tied for fourth-most in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed 19 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone last season — tied for third-most in NFL.
Cardinals WRs had 266 receptions in 17 games (15.6 per game) last season — third-best in NFL. The Vikings allowed 14.7 receptions per game to WRs last season — worst in NFL.
Cardinals WRs had 266 receptions in 17 games (15.6 per game) last season — third-best in NFL. The Vikings allowed 24.0 receptions per game last season — tied for fourth-worst in NFL.
The Cardinals ran successful plays on just 29.3% of pass attempts on their opponent’s side of the field in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — second-worst in NFL. Vikings allowed successful plays on just 39.2% of pass attempts on their own side of the field in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — tied for fourth-best in NFL.
Arizona Cardinals Offense: Important Stats
The Cardinals started 4 drives inside their own 10 yard line in the 4th quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — tied for most in NFL.
The Cardinals ran successful plays on 58% of rush attempts in close and late situations in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 43%.
The Cardinals ran successful plays on 52% of rush attempts in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 42%.
The Cardinals started 9 drives inside their own 10 yard line in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — most in NFL.
Minnesota Vikings Offense: Important Stats
The Vikings started 9 drives inside their own 10 yard line in the 2022 season — tied for fewest in NFL.
The Vikings targeted RBs 11% of the time (76 Pass Attempts/671 plays) in the 2022 season — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 18%.
The Vikings have run successful plays on 38% of rush attempts in the red zone since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Vikings averaged 340.5 passing yards per game (1,362/4) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 219.1.
Arizona Cardinals Defense: Important Stats
The Cardinals defense allowed a Completion Pct of 60% (64 completions/107 attempts) when they pressured the QB in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 41%.
The Cardinals defense allowed 6.2 yards after the catch (2,564 RAC / 414 receptions) in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 5.1.
The Cardinals defense allowed 27.5 Points per Game (467/17) in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 21.8.
The Cardinals defense allowed a Completion Pct of 70% (414 completions/593 attempts) in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 64%.
Minnesota Vikings Defense: Important Stats
Offenses facing the Vikings targeted TEs 16% of the time (201 Pass Attempts/1,242 plays) since the 2021 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 20%.
The Vikings defense allowed 200.9 yards from scrimmage per game to WRs in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 155.9.
The Vikings defense allowed 279.8 receiving yards per game (4,756/17) in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 233.7.
The Vikings defense forced three and outs on 14% of opponent drives in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 21%.
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