- The Vikings are -1.5 point favorites vs the Giants
- Total (Over/Under): 41.5 points
- Watch this game on FOX
The Minnesota Vikings (0-0-0) visit MetLife Stadium to take on the New York Giants (0-0-0) on Sep. 8. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in East Rutherford, NJ.
The Vikings are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-110).
The Vikings vs. Giants Over/Under is 41.5 total points for the game.
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Vikings vs. Giants Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Vikings | -1.5 -110 | 41.5 -110 | -120 |
| Giants | +1.5 -110 | 41.5 -110 | +100 |
Vikings vs. Giants Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Vikings will win this game with 51.6% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Vikings vs Giants Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Vikings will cover the spread with 52.9% confidence.
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Best Vikings Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Vikings players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- T.J. Hockenson has hit the Longest Reception Over in 11 of his last 14 games (+7.95 Units / 49% ROI)
- Josh Oliver has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 games (+5.05 Units / 88% ROI)
- Aaron Jones has hit the Rushing Yards Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 87% ROI)
- Aaron Jones has hit the Carries Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 84% ROI)
- T.J. Hockenson has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 7 of his last 9 games (+4.95 Units / 48% ROI)
Best Giants Player Prop Best Bets Today
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Giants players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Devin Singletary has hit the Longest Rush Over in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.75 Units / 54% ROI)
- Devin Singletary has hit the Receptions Over in his last 6 games at home (+6.65 Units / 80% ROI)
- Darius Slayton has hit the Receptions Over in 6 of his last 7 games (+6.05 Units / 77% ROI)
- Daniel Bellinger has hit the Receptions Over in 7 of his last 9 games (+6.05 Units / 50% ROI)
- Tommy DeVito has hit the Interceptions Under in his last 5 games (+6.00 Units / 120% ROI)
First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Giants vs Vikings
| Player Name | 1st TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Aaron Jones (MIN) | +750 |
| Justin Jefferson (Min) | +750 |
| Devin Singletary (NYG) | +750 |
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Giants vs Vikings
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Jones (MIN) | 13.5 -120 | 13.5 -110 |
| Malik Nabers (NYG) | 57.5 -115 | 57.5 -120 |
| Wan'Dale Robinson (NYG) | 26.5 -115 | 26.5 -115 |
| Devin Singletary (NYG) | 9.5 -120 | 9.5 -110 |
| Jordan Addison (MIN) | 46.5 -115 | 46.5 -115 |
Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Giants vs Vikings
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Jones (MIN) | 53.5 -115 | 53.5 -115 |
| Sam Darnold (MIN) | 9.5 -115 | 9.5 -115 |
| Daniel Jones (NYG) | 26.5 -120 | 26.5 -110 |
| Devin Singletary (NYG) | 50.5 -110 | 50.5 -120 |
Vikings Best Bets:
- The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 away games (+6.40 Units / 68% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have covered the 3Q Spread in 7 of their last 8 away games (+6.40 Units / 67% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 11 of their last 15 games (+6.40 Units / 36% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have covered the Spread in 7 of their last 11 away games (+5.90 Units / 49% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 15 games (+5.85 Units / 33% ROI)
Giants Best Bets:
- The New York Giants have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 12 games (+9.55 Units / 79% ROI)
- The New York Giants have covered the 2Q Spread in 10 of their last 13 games (+6.55 Units / 44% ROI)
- The New York Giants have hit the 2H Moneyline in 5 of their last 10 games (+5.70 Units / 57% ROI)
- The New York Giants have scored last in 6 of their last 8 games (+5.65 Units / 71% ROI)
- The New York Giants have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 6 of their last 8 games (+4.50 Units / 51% ROI)
Vikings Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Vikings went 3-0 (+3 Units / 90.91% ROI).
- Vikings are 3-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +3.95 Units / 131.67% ROI
- Vikings are 2-1 when betting the Over for +0.9 Units / 27.27% ROI
- Vikings are 1-2 when betting the Under for -1.2 Units / ROI
Giants Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Giants went 1-2 (-1.2 Units / -35.82% ROI).
- Giants are 1-2 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.6 Units / -35.96% ROI
- Giants are 0-3 when betting the Over for -3.3 Units / -100% ROI
- Giants are 3-0 when betting the Under for +3 Units / 90.91% ROI
Minnesota Vikings: Keys to the Game vs. the New York Giants
The Vikings were 2-8 (.200) when throwing at least 1 interception last season — 9th-worst in NFL. The Giants intercepted 18 passes last season — T-3rd-most in NFL.
The Vikings were winless (0-4) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.
The Vikings were 1-5 (.167) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns last season — T-2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .440.
The Vikings were 2-6 (.250) at home last season — T-4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .558.
New York Giants: Keys to the Game vs. the Minnesota Vikings
The Giants were 3-6 (.333) when forcing 2 or more turnovers last season — T-2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .707.
The Giants were 1-5 (.167) vs top 10 defenses last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .476.
The Giants were 1-5 (.167) vs top 10 pass defenses last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .488.
The Giants were 4-10 (.286) when allowing an average of more than 5 yards on first down plays last season — T-7th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .422.
Additional Matchup Notes for Minnesota Vikings vs. New York Giants
The Giants went three and out on 36.7% of their drives in the first half last season — worst in NFL. The Vikings forced three and outs on 28% of opponent drives in the first half last season — 5th-best in NFL.
The Vikings ran successful plays on 66.7% of pass attempts on play action passes in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL. The Giants allowed successful plays on 64.3% of pass attempts on play action passes in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — worst in NFL.
The Vikings were successful on 62.7% of plays they have run on play action passes in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL. The Giants allowed their opponents to be successful on 62.1% of plays on play action passes in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — worst in NFL.
The Vikings were 2-8 (.200) when throwing at least 1 interception last season — 9th-worst in NFL. The Giants intercepted 18 passes last season — T-3rd-most in NFL.
Minnesota Vikings Offense: Important Stats
The Vikings had 9 receptions for 20+ yards in Week 18 — most in NFL.
The Vikings started 6 drives inside their own 20 yard line in Week 18 — T-most in NFL.
The Vikings ran successful plays on 31% of rush attempts in the red zone last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
The Vikings faced a blitz 34% of the time in Week 18 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
New York Giants Offense: Important Stats
Giants QBs were sacked 85 times last season — most in NFL.
The Giants ran successful plays on 26% of pass attempts against a stacked front last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 50%.
The Giants averaged -0.26 epa per play against a stacked front last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.01.
The Giants went three and out on 30% of their drives last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 22%.
Minnesota Vikings Defense: Important Stats
The Vikings defense allowed successful plays on 29% of rush attempts with a base rush last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 57%.
The Vikings defense blitzed 309 times last season — most in NFL.
The Vikings defense blitzed on 28% of plays last season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
The Vikings defense blitzed on 26% of plays in the red zone last season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 12%.
New York Giants Defense: Important Stats
The Giants defense allowed 6.8 yards per dropback (1,053 yards/156 attempts) when targeted at a depth of 1-5 yards last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: 5.5.
Offenses facing the Giants targeted RBs 12% of the time (140 Pass Attempts/1,148 plays) since the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 18%.
The Giants defense blitzed on 26% of plays last season — 2nd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
The Giants defense has allowed successful plays on 51% of rush attempts on motion plays since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.
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