Vikings vs Eagles Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets – NFL, Week 2 TNF

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  • The Eagles are -6 point favorites vs the Vikings
  • Total (Over/Under): 49 points
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The Minnesota Vikings (0-2) visit Lincoln Financial Field to take on the Philadelphia Eagles (2-0) on Sep. 14. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15pm EDT in Philadelphia.

The are betting favorites in this Week 2 matchup, with the spread sitting at ().

The Vikings vs. Eagles Over/Under is total points for the game.

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Vikings vs. Eagles Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Vikings6
Eagles

Vikings vs. Eagles Prediction

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Eagles will win this Week 2 game with 65.8% confidence.

Vikings vs Eagles Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Vikings will cover the spread with 70.0% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Vikings and Eagles, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.


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Best Vikings Player Prop Bets Today

We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Vikings players this Week 2 game, 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 Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 away games (+5.00 Units / 86% ROI)

Best Eagles Player Prop Best Bets Today

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Eagles players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • DeVonta Smith has hit the Receptions Over in 14 of his last 18 games (+11.40 Units / 59% ROI)
  • Quez Watkins has hit the Longest Reception Under in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.60 Units / 51% ROI)
  • DeVonta Smith has hit the Longest Reception Over in his last 7 games (+7.10 Units / 88% ROI)
  • A.J. Brown has hit the Receptions Under in 13 of his last 18 games (+7.10 Units / 26% ROI)
  • Jalen Hurts has hit the Pass Attempts Under in 8 of his last 9 games at home (+6.80 Units / 57% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Eagles vs Vikings

Player Name 1st TD Odds
Jalen Hurts +550
AJ Brown +700
Kenneth Gainwell +800
D'Andre Swift +800
Devonta Smith +900

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Eagles vs Vikings

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
Justin Jefferson -125
Jalen Hurts -110
AJ Brown +110
Alexander Mattison +110
Kenneth Gainwell +115

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Eagles vs Vikings

Player Name Over Under
A.J. Brown 72.5 -110 72.5 -120
DeVonta Smith 61.5 -120 61.5 -110
Justin Jefferson 94.5 -115 94.5 -115
Dallas Goedert 44.5 -115 44.5 -120
Jordan Addison 38.5 -110 38.5 -120

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Eagles vs Vikings

Player Name Over Under
Alexander Mattison 50.5 -115 50.5 -115
Jalen Hurts 46.5 -120 46.5 -110
  • The Minnesota Vikings have covered the 4Q Spread in 14 of their last 18 games (+9.50 Units / 46% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 12 of their last 18 games (+7.25 Units / 31% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the Game Total Over in 14 of their last 21 games (+6.30 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 2H Game Total Over in 12 of their last 18 games (+5.55 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 6 of their last 7 away games (+4.75 Units / 57% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 15 of their last 20 games (+10.25 Units / 45% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have scored first in 17 of their last 21 games (+9.50 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.25 Units / 13% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.15 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have covered the 2Q Spread in 13 of their last 20 games (+4.95 Units / 22% ROI)

Vikings Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Vikings went ( Units / ROI).

  • Vikings are 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Vikings are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Vikings are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / ROI

Eagles Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Eagles went ( Units / ROI).

  • Eagles are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1 Units / 55.56% ROI
  • Eagles are 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • Eagles are 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI

Minnesota Vikings: Keys to the Game vs. the Philadelphia Eagles

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 (9-0) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns in the 2022 season — tied for best in NFL; League Avg: .577.

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 are 9-1 (.900) when within 7 points at the two minute warning since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .493.

Philadelphia Eagles: Keys to the Game vs. the Minnesota Vikings

The Eagles were undefeated (5-0) when sacking the QB less than 3 times in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .411.

The Eagles were 8-1 (.889) when making 5 or more explosive passes in a game in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .545.

The Eagles are undefeated (6-0) when sacking the QB less than 3 times since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .413.

The Eagles are undefeated (3-0) vs top 10 pass offenses since the 2022 season — tied for best in NFL; League Avg: .348.

Additional Matchup Notes for Minnesota Vikings vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Eagles RBs have averaged just 1.5 yards after contact per carry since the 2022 season — second-worst in NFL. The Vikings have allowed just 1.5 yards after contact per carry to RBs since the 2022 season — tied for fourth-best in NFL.

The Eagles have thrown for 8.0 yards per attempt since the 2022 season — second-best in NFL. The Vikings have allowed 7.2 yards per dropback since the 2022 season — third-worst in NFL.

The Eagles have averaged 397 yards from scrimmage per game (7,140 YFS / 18 G) since the 2022 season — third-best in NFL. The Vikings have allowed an average of 394.2 yards from scrimmage per game (7,095/18) since the 2022 season — second-worst in NFL.

The Vikings have 18 touchdown passes since Week 12 of the 2022 Season — most in NFL. The Eagles have allowed 15 passing TDs since Week 12 of the 2022 Season — tied for second-most in NFL.

Vikings TEs have averaged 9.8 targets per game since Week 12 of the 2022 Season — third-highest in NFL. The Eagles have allowed 6.0 receptions per game to TEs since Week 12 of the 2022 Season — fourth-worst in NFL.

Vikings TEs have 58 receptions in 8 games (7.2 per game) since Week 12 of the 2022 Season — second-best in NFL. The Eagles have allowed 6.0 receptions per game to TEs since Week 12 of the 2022 Season — fourth-worst in NFL.

Minnesota Vikings Offense: Important Stats

The Vikings faced a blitz 40% of the time in Week 1 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.

The Vikings ran successful plays on 32% of rush attempts in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Vikings have run the ball on 16% of plays (73 carries/467 plays) on 3rd down since the 2021 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The Vikings scored on 47% of their drives in close and late situations in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 32%.

Philadelphia Eagles Offense: Important Stats

The Eagles threw the ball 31% of the time (94 Pass Attempts/299 plays) in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 53%.

The Eagles have rushed for 32 TDs since the 2022 season — most in NFL.

The Eagles ran successful plays on 52% of rush attempts in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 44%.

The Eagles rushed for 32 TDs in the 2022 season — most in NFL.

Minnesota Vikings Defense: Important Stats

The Vikings defense has allowed scores on 48% of opponent drives in the 3rd quarter since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 30%.

Offenses facing the Vikings targeted TEs 16% of the time (207 Pass Attempts/1,276 plays) since the 2021 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Vikings defense has allowed 198.9 yards from scrimmage per game to WRs since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 158.0.

The Vikings defense allowed scores on 47% of opponent drives in the 3rd quarter in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 30%.

Philadelphia Eagles Defense: Important Stats

The Eagles defense sacked opponents 70 times in the 2022 season — most in NFL.

The Eagles defense has sacked opponents 72 times since the 2022 season — most in NFL.

The Eagles defense sacked opposing QBs on 11% of pass attempts (70/626) in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 7%.

The Eagles defense has sacked opposing QBs on 11% of pass attempts (72/682) since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 7%.

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