The game against the Packers was a reminder this team can make adjustments to a previous opponent, which sets them up nicely for the Lions in Week 18.

Minnesota is a slight one-point home favorite on Sunday. Will the streak reach nine? Our staff writers have made their picks.

The Green Bay Packers were unable to overcome a barrage of self-inflicted errors on offense and an injury-riddled pass defense that got shredded by Sam Darnold in a 27-25 defeat at the hands of the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.

The Minnesota Vikings let the game get interesting again, but they beat the Green Bay Packers once again in Week 17.

What to know when the Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon:

Vikings will depend on Sam Darnold, Justin Jefferson and consistent defense in Week 17 vital game against Packers

The Minnesota Vikings are coming off another impressive win, giving them a season sweep of the Green Bay Packers. After dispatching the Packers on Sunday, their eyes are now firmly set on the Lions and winning the NFC North.

The Packers have a massive game coming up in Week 17 against the Vikings and there are several reasons to believe the Pack will win this one.

T he Vikings won their ninth consecutive game on Sunday, holding off a late Packers rally in a 27-25 victory that moves them to 14-2 this season. Sam Darnold was outstanding again