Full Minnesota Vikings game-by-game predictions after 2025 NFL schedule release
3 minute readPublished: Friday, May 16, 2025 at 9:09 pm
Vikings' 2025 Season Predictions: Unfinished Business and a Quest for Glory
The Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2025 NFL season with a clear goal: "Unfinished Business." After a strong regular season in 2024, they fell short in the playoffs, fueling their determination to go further. Head Coach Kevin O'Connell is banking on a revamped offensive line and key defensive additions to address previous weaknesses. The biggest question mark is at quarterback, where untested J.J. McCarthy takes the reins. However, O'Connell and the team have full confidence in McCarthy's abilities.
The Vikings' 2025 schedule presents a mix of challenges and opportunities. The season kicks off with a Monday Night Football showdown against the Chicago Bears, followed by home games against the Atlanta Falcons and Cincinnati Bengals. A unique opportunity arises with back-to-back international games, facing the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin and the Cleveland Browns in London.
The schedule then ramps up with a tough stretch, including a home game against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, followed by road games against the Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions. The Vikings are predicted to bounce back with wins against the Baltimore Ravens and Chicago Bears. The season continues with a road game against the Green Bay Packers, a road game against the Seattle Seahawks, a home game against the Washington Commanders, a road game against the Dallas Cowboys, a road game against the New York Giants, a home game against the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, and a final home game against the Green Bay Packers.
The predictions suggest a strong season for the Vikings, potentially finishing with a 14-3 record. Key matchups against division rivals like the Lions and Packers will be crucial for securing a playoff berth and potentially the NFC North title.
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