Denver Broncos vs. Minnesota Vikings: Prediction, Odds, and Picks

Game Information

Teams: Denver Broncos (3-8) vs. Minnesota Vikings (8-3)

Date: Sunday, November 19, 2023

Time: 4:05 PM ET

Location: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO

TV: CBS

Preview

Here are Mile High Reports score predictions for the Denver Broncos vs. Minnesota Vikings game:

The Denver Broncos (3-8) will host the Minnesota Vikings (8-3) at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, November 19, 2023, in a Week 12 matchup. The Broncos are coming off a 23-10 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, while the Vikings defeated the Dallas Cowboys 40-3 in their last outing.

The Broncos are led by quarterback Russell Wilson, who has thrown for 2,429 yards, 11 touchdowns, and seven interceptions this season. Running back Latavius Murray leads the team in rushing with 685 yards and four touchdowns, while wide receiver Courtland Sutton is the leading receiver with 637 yards and three touchdowns.

The Vikings are led by quarterback Kirk Cousins, who has thrown for 2,990 yards, 23 touchdowns, and nine interceptions this season. Running back Dalvin Cook leads the team in rushing with 941 yards and eight touchdowns, while wide receiver Justin Jefferson is the leading receiver with 1,224 yards and eight touchdowns.

The Vikings are favored to win the game by 7 points, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is set at 46.5 points.

Key Matchups

Broncos pass offense vs. Vikings pass defense

The Broncos' passing offense has struggled this season, ranking 29th in the NFL in passing yards per game. The Vikings' pass defense has been solid, ranking 10th in the NFL in passing yards allowed per game. This matchup will be a key factor in determining the outcome of the game.

Vikings run offense vs. Broncos run defense

The Vikings' run offense has been one of the best in the NFL this season, ranking fifth in the NFL in rushing yards per game. The Broncos' run defense has been solid, ranking 12th in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game. This matchup will be another key factor in determining the outcome of the game.

Prediction

The Vikings are the better team on paper, and they should be able to win this game. However, the Broncos are playing at home, and they have a chance to pull off the upset if they can play mistake-free football.

The key for a Denver victory is to pound the rock and get the ball out quickly against a Minnesota pass rush that leads the NFL with 36 sacks.

Prediction: Vikings 27, Broncos 20