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The streaking Minnesota Vikings (5-1) bring a four-game winning streak into a home game against the Arizona Cardinals (3-4) on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Vikings vs. Cardinals Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 3.5 points, with oddsmakers listing the Vikings as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, the Vikings have -190 odds to pick up the win, while the Cardinals are listed at +160 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 48.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Vikings vs. Cardinals Live?
- Game Day: Sunday, October 30, 2022
- Game Time: 1:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: FOX
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Stadium: U.S. Bank Stadium
Betting Preview
Vikings
The Vikings rank 18th in total offense (339.8 yards per game) and 27th in total defense (384.5 yards allowed per game) this season. The Vikings are averaging 23.2 points per game offensively this season (13th in NFL), and they are surrendering 19.7 points per game (12th) on defense.
Despite sporting a bottom-five pass defense that ranks fifth-worst in the NFL (272.0 passing yards allowed per game), the Vikings have played better on the other side of the ball, ranking 10th in the NFL by averaging 242.0 passing yards per game. The Vikings rank 25th in run offense (97.8 rushing yards per game) and 14th in run defense (112.5 rushing yards allowed per game) this year.
The Vikings are putting up a 38.7% third-down percentage on offense (18th in the NFL), and they rank eighth on defense with a 34.7% third-down percentage allowed. The Vikings are averaging 5.4 yards per play on offense, which ranks them 15th in the NFL. Defensively, they rank 27th, giving up 6.0 yards per play. With 10 forced turnovers (ninth in NFL) against six turnovers committed (fourth in NFL), the Vikings’ +4 turnover margin is the fifth-best in the NFL.
Cardinals
The Cardinals are posting 343.1 total yards per game on offense this season (15th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are surrendering 359.7 total yards per contest (22nd-ranked). From an offensive perspective, the Cardinals are putting up 22.3 points per game (15th-ranked). They rank 27th in the NFL defensively (25.1 points surrendered per game).
With 221.3 passing yards per game on offense, the Cardinals rank 17th in the NFL. On defense, they rank 25th, allowing 258.6 passing yards per contest. With 121.9 rushing yards per game on offense, the Cardinals rank 13th in the NFL. Defensively they rank seventh, giving up 101.1 rushing yards per game.
The Cardinals’ offense has been struggling on third down, ranking fifth-worst in the NFL with a 33.7% third-down conversion percentage. They have been more productive defensively, giving up a 41.6% third-down rate (21st-ranked). The Cardinals’ offense has been sputtering in terms of yards per play, ranking fourth-worst in the NFL at 4.9. They have been better defensively, surrendering 5.8 yards per play (22nd-ranked). The Cardinals have generated 10 forced turnovers this season and have turned the ball over five times, leading to a +5 turnover margin, which ranks fourth-best in the NFL.
Vikings vs. Cardinals Injury Report
Vikings
| Player | Pos. | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | – | – |
Cardinals
| Player | Pos. | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Conner | RB | Ribs | Out |
| Darrel Williams | RB | Knee | Questionable |
| Matt Prater | K | Hip | Questionable |
| Rashard Lawrence | DT | Shoulder | Out |
| Christian Matthew | CB | Hamstring | Out |
| Byron Murphy | CB | Back | Questionable |
| Dennis Gardeck | OLB | Ankle | Out |
Vikings vs. Cardinals Betting Analysis
Vikings Betting Insights
The Vikings have put together a record of 2-4-0 against the spread this season. The Vikings have an ATS record of 1-3 when playing as at least 3.5-point favorites.
Vikings games have finished with a final combined score above the over/under three times this season. The Vikings won 62.5% of the games last season when they were favored on the moneyline (5-3).
The Vikings went 2-2 in games they played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -190 or shorter (50%).
Cardinals Betting Insights
The Cardinals have covered the spread four times over seven games with a set spread. The Cardinals have an ATS record of 2-2 when playing as at least 3.5-point underdogs.
Games involving the Cardinals have hit the over twice this year. The Cardinals have won two of the five games they’ve played as underdogs this season.
The Cardinals are 1-2 this season when entering a game as the underdog by +160 or more on the moneyline.
Vikings vs. Cardinals Against The Spread & Betting Records
Vikings
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 46.2 | 47.2 | 45.2 |
| Implied Total AVG | 25.3 | 26.3 | 24.3 |
| ATS Record | 2-4-0 | 1-2-0 | 1-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 3-3-0 | 2-1-0 | 1-2-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 5-0 | 3-0 | 2-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 |
Cardinals
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 48.9 | 48.8 | 49.0 |
| Implied Total AVG | 26.1 | 26.5 | 25.7 |
| ATS Record | 4-3-0 | 2-2-0 | 2-1-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 2-5-0 | 2-2-0 | 0-3-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 1-1 | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 2-3 | 0-3 | 2-0 |
Players to Watch
Vikings
- Kirk Cousins has 1,502 passing yards through six games this year, averaging 250.3 per game with a 66.2% completion percentage and nine touchdowns (10th in the NFL) against five interceptions.
- To go along with his passing stats, Cousins also has 18 rushing yards (third on the Vikings), with one rushing touchdown.
- Justin Jefferson has 46 catches (seventh in the NFL) for 654 yards (third in the NFL) and two TDs. Through six games, he is averaging 7.7 catches and 109.0 yards per game.
- Dalvin Cook‘s output on the ground this season includes 450 yards and four TDs. He is averaging 75.0 yards per game and 4.8 per attempt (22nd in the NFL).
- Cook has picked up 12 receptions, 80 yards and zero TDs through the air.
- Adam Thielen averages 4.8 receptions and 47.3 yards per game, and has 284 total receiving yards and 29 catches. He’s gotten 43 total targets, and has caught two touchdown passes.
- On the defensive side for the Vikings, Jordan Hicks has put up 56 tackles, 2.0 sacks, and one interception in 2022.
- Danielle Hunter has 27 tackles, 6.0 TFL, and 4.0 sacks this season.
- This season, Harrison Smith has put up 34 tackles and two interceptions.
- Eric Kendricks has 49 tackles, 2.0 TFL, and three passes defended.
Cardinals
- Kyler Murray has thrown for 1,667 yards this year (to rank ninth in the NFL), with seven touchdowns and four interceptions. He is completing 65.5% of his attempts while averaging 238.1 yards per game and 5.9 per attempt.
- Murray has also rushed for two touchdowns and 263 yards (second on the Cardinals).
- Eno Benjamin has 265 rushing yards (leading the Cardinals) and two rushing touchdowns, while averaging 37.9 yards per game and 4.6 per attempt (25th in the NFL).
- Benjamin has added 19 receptions (2.7 per game) for 146 yards (20.9 per game), without a receiving touchdown. He’s been targeted 25 times in the passing game.
- Zach Ertz has recorded 320 receiving yards and two touchdowns on 37 receptions, while being targeted 55 times on the season.
- James Conner has 200 rushing yards (third on the Cardinals) and one rushing touchdown, while averaging 40.0 yards per game and 3.7 per attempt (51st in the NFL).
- Conner has also tacked on 14 catches (2.8 per game) for 103 yards (20.6 per game), without a receiving touchdown. He has been on the receiving end of 19 targets.
- Zaven Collins has recorded 2.0 sacks (second on the Cardinals) to go with 2.0 TFL and 50 tackles through seven games in 2022.
- Jalen Thompson has totaled 45 tackles and one interception through seven games.
- Budda Baker has 50 tackles and 1.0 TFL in the 2022 campaign. He leads the Cardinals in tackles.
- Zach Allen has totaled 2.0 sacks (second on the Cardinals) as well as 5.0 TFL and 28 tackles.
Vikings vs. Cardinals Predictions and Pick
Our pick to win this matchup is the Vikings, and we predict that Vikings will cover the spread (Vikings -3.5). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going under the posted total of 48.5 points.
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