Giants Vs Vikings: A Thrilling NFL Clash Awaits
Giants vs Vikings: A Historic NFL Rivalry
Do you remember the 21st of September? Not the Earth, Wind & Fire hit but Sept. 21, 1969? On that day, the Minnesota Vikings opened against the New York Giants in the NFL's Game of the Week. The matchup saw the Vikings lead 23-10 in the fourth quarter but the Giants made a stunning comeback to win 24-23.
Recent Encounters
Fast forward decades and this Sunday marks the Vikings opening their season at the Giants for the second time in history. With 31 meetings, including playoffs, the Vikings possess an 18-13 advantage. However, the latest game saw the Giants defeat the Vikings 31-24 in the NFC Wild Card Round.
Expert Predictions for the Giants vs Vikings
- Giants 23, Vikings 21 - Pete Prisco, CBS Sports: Sam Darnold leads a young Vikings team, while the Giants' Daniel Jones returns from injury to face a stronger defense.
- Vikings 20, Giants 17 - Staff, Bleacher Report: A battle of quarterbacks with potential, but uncertainty looms over both teams.
- Giants 21, Vikings 18 - Bill Bender, Sporting News: With a focus on key players like Darnold and Jones, the Giants' defense could be the deciding factor.
- Giants 17, Vikings 14 - Vinnie Iyer, Sporting News: Facing pressure from an improved Giants defense, Darnold needs to rise to the occasion to secure a win.
Among the experts, the predictions have varied significantly, showcasing the competitive nature of this encounter.
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