Vikings-Jaguars: Biggest Matchups Start In The Trenches

Once again, the Vikings find themselves facing a must-win game. Although inexplicably at the top of the NFC North with a 5-5 record, a win is needed if the playoffs are a goal. The other teams at the top of the division are the Chicago Bears; who play  and will beat  the Rams, and the Packers; who will play a game with the Saints. We aren’t here to discuss the merits of why the Saints will beat the Packers, so we’ll assume that the Packers will exit Week 12 with a 6-5 record. The Vikings will have to win as well. Enter: Jacksonville; another team that is nearing desperation mode. The Jaguars are remarkably similar to the Vikings, which should make this game (which the Vikings are currently favored by 2.5 points) a very exciting one to watch. Here are the biggest matchups going into the game: Jacksonville Offensive Line vs. Minnesota Defensive Line This one is undoubtedly the most crucial battle in this game, and it’s true on both sides of the field. The ... (link)