Vikings Broncos Game Preview

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John Bitz

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November 16, 2019

Vikings vs. Broncos Game Preview

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So far things have gone very well this season for the Minnesota Vikings at home. They are 4-0 (3-1 ATS) at U.S. Bank Stadium and have outscored their opponents by a 119-55 combined count. They will be able to enjoy a well earned bye week in Week 12. However, first the Vikings must take on the Denver Broncos at home in Week 11. There are some important keys to this game for the Vikings to win this game and head into their bye week feeling good.

Three Keys to the Game for the Vikings

  1. Do not underestimate the Broncos because of their record– This season has not gone as expected for the Denver Broncos. They have had a disappointing season with a record of 3 wins and 6 losses. However, they do have a very good defense lead by Von Miller and Chris Harris. The Broncos defense is tied for sixth in the NFL in points against (18.9) and rank fourth in yards allowed per game (309.7), 17th in rushing yards allowed per game (107.6) and fourth in passing yards allowed per game (202.1). Moving the ball on offense will not be a piece of cake for the Vikings especially though the air. This has the makings of a potential trap game for the Vikings if they are not sharp and on their game.
  2. Continue to lean on the running game– For the Vikings the key on offense for this game must be running the ball efficiently. Dalvin Cook who leads the NFL in rushing yards must have another good game for the Vikings to win. Unfortunately for Mr. Cook, Josh Kline, the right guard on the Vikings offensive line will miss the game due to a concussion. However, I still believe without Josh Kline, and with a backup right guard, Dalvin Cook should be able to find plenty of room to run against an average Broncos run defense and make his impact on the game.
  3. The Vikings defense must take advantage of the Broncos offensive situation– The Vikings defense is in prime position to have a good game. They are facing a Broncos offense that is enduring a transition. The Broncos will be starting a young quarterback named Brandon Allen who will be making only his second career start in the NFL. In his first career start against the Cleveland Browns in Week 9, Mr. Allen, completed 12 of 20 passes for 193 yards, 2 touchdowns and 0 interceptions. That is a solid performance especially coming from someone who made his first career start. However, the Vikings have a much better defense than the Browns and should be able to generate some pressure on Mr. Allen because of the Broncos poor offensive line. Additionally, the Broncos have a good up and coming running back in Philip Lindsey who could pose a serious threat as Vikings star defensive tackle Linval Joseph will miss the game due to a knee injury. This may leave the Vikings defense weaker than usual against the run. However, I believe that knowing how coach Mike Zimmer runs this Vikings defense. He and his defense will find a way to stop, Mr. Lindsey, and the Broncos offense tomorrow.

Game Prediction

When I see the line for this game, I find that the Vikings are favored by a lot. However, I think this is going to be a much closer game than expected. The Vikings are without a few of their key playmakers on both offense and defense which should give the Broncos an opportunity to stay close in what I would consider a potential trap game for the Vikings. First year Broncos head coach Vic Fangio knows how to play the Vikings from his time as the defensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears. He will have a game plan in place for how defeat the Vikings on Sunday. Despite this my belief is that the Vikings will find a way to win in a close game that the defenses will reign supreme. Vikings 20 Broncos 13

Works Cited

Jensen, Chad. “Broncos Reveal Final Injury Report for Week 11 at Vikings.” SI.com, Mile High Huddle, 16 Nov. 2019, www.si.com/nfl/broncos/news/denver-broncos-reveal-final-injury-report-for-week-11-at-minnesota-vikings.

Larking, Roy. “Minnesota Vikings-Denver Broncos Betting Preview.” Sports Illustrated, 14 Nov. 2019, www.si.com/gambling/2019/11/14/nfl-week-11-betting-preview-minnesota-vikings-denver-broncos.

Peters, Craig, and Organization. “Game Preview: Vikings vs. Broncos.” Minnesota Vikings, 11 Nov. 2019, www.vikings.com/news/game-preview-vikings-vs-broncos-2019.

RotoWire Staff. “Broncos’ Brandon Allen: Victorious in First NFL Start.” CBSSports.com, 4 Nov. 2019, www.cbssports.com/fantasy/football/news/broncos-brandon-allen-victorious-in-first-nfl-start/.

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