The Minnesota Vikings (9-2) will host the Arizona Cardinals (6-5) on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Vikings are riding a four-game winning streak, most recently securing a 30-27 overtime victory against the Chicago Bears. Their defense has been formidable, allowing an average of 317.3 yards per game, ranking 10th in the NFL. Notably, Minnesota’s run defense has been exceptional, permitting just 58.8 rushing yards per game over the past four contests. Offensively, quarterback Sam Darnold has been sacked 31 times this season, the sixth most in the league, indicating potential vulnerabilities in pass protection.
The Cardinals, meanwhile, are looking to rebound after a 16-6 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, which snapped their four-game winning streak. Arizona’s defense has been impressive, allowing just five touchdowns over the past five games, the best in the NFL during that span. Their pass rush has been particularly effective, recording 14 sacks in the last three games, including five against Seattle. Offensively, quarterback Kyler Murray had a streak of 20 consecutive completions against the Seahawks, showcasing his accuracy. However, the Cardinals have struggled historically in Minnesota, not securing a road win against the Vikings since 1977. This matchup will test Arizona’s defensive resilience against Minnesota’s balanced attack, while the Vikings aim to exploit the Cardinals’ offensive inconsistencies to extend their winning streak.
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