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Vikings vs Packers Prediction, Picks & TD Scorer Bets (Week 10)

Juan Pablo Aravena

By Juan Pablo Aravena in NFL News

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Packers and Vikings in the 2026 NFL season.
Sep 13, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) reaches for a touchdown during the second half against Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon (25) at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
  • Vikings vs Packers at Lambeau Field on November 15 is a standout game in the 2026 NFL season
  • I’m backing a low-scoring game as one of my Vikings vs Packers predictions
  • Read on to find all my Vikings vs Packers picks in Week 10 of the 2026 NFL season

The Green Bay Packers (6-3-0 SU, 6-3-0 ATS, 3-6-0 O/U) host the Minnesota Vikings (6-2-0 SU, 4-4-0 ATS, 1-7-0 O/U) for a pivotal NFC North clash at Lambeau Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, November 15, 2026, with the broadcast on FOX.

Green Bay enters with a two-game winning streak and relies on quarterback Jordan Love to exploit a depleted Minnesota roster. The Vikings face a two-game losing skid and lack quarterback Kyler Murray, tight end T.J. Hockenson, and wide receiver Jauan Jennings due to injuries. The home favorites must navigate the absence of edge rusher Micah Parsons. Both squads fight for division supremacy, making this matchup crucial for the NFL playoff bracket.

Packers vs Vikings Predictions & Expert Picks

Spread Pick: Green Bay Packers -2.5 (-118, Novig) – Claim SBD’s exclusive NOVIG PROMO CODE today

Green Bay presents a superior offensive profile across the board, making them an appealing play to cover the field goal margin. The Packers generate 347.9 total yards and 24.0 points per game, significantly outpacing the Vikings’ 266.8 yards and 18.3 points. The Vikings generate the second-lowest yards per game in the NFL.

Jordan Love enters this divisional showdown operating with peak efficiency against Brian Flores’ blitz-heavy scheme, posting a 108.4 passer rating and 8.3 yards per attempt when opponents send five or more rushers. Green Bay ranks sixth in offensive EPA per play (0.094) and fourth in early-down success rate (45.8%), which systematically neutralizes Minnesota’s third-down pressure packages.

Minnesota’s offense sits 28th in success rate (37.1%) and converts just 33.3% of third downs, leaving their defense on the field for over 32 minutes per contest. The Packers have covered four of their last five division road games when laying under a field goal, and their league-best +8 turnover margin provides a massive floor against an offense turning the ball over 1.7 times per game.

Green Bay boasts an elite +8 turnover differential and converts on 38.2% of third downs. While Minnesota allows only 14.5 points per game, their offensive ceiling remains heavily restricted. Back Green Bay to sustain drives and outscore a battered Minnesota offense.

Over/Under Pick: Under 42 Points (-108, Novig)

Merging these two scoring profiles points directly toward a lower-scoring affair. Green Bay and Minnesota combine for an average of 42.3 points per game, but the Vikings lean heavily into low-scoring battles. Minnesota averages just 18.3 points on offense while surrendering an impressive 14.5 points defensively.

Minnesota’s defensive front has been an absolute brick wall, ranking second in rushing yards allowed per game (74.2) and permitting a stingy 3.6 yards per carry, which forces opponents into extended, clock-draining drives. The Under is 6-1 in Minnesota’s last seven games overall and 4-0 in their last four home games against NFC North rivals, with those matchups averaging a combined 34.2 points.

Both squads feature top-10 red-zone defenses – Minnesota allows touchdowns on only 41.7% of red-zone trips, while Green Bay concedes six points on just 48.0% of visits. With game script pointing toward a battle of field position, heavy rushing volume, and extended defensive stands inside the 20, points will come at a premium.

With key Minnesota playmakers ruled out, the offensive output projects to drop further. The Under 42 offers clear value based on the Vikings’ elite scoring defense and glaring offensive limitations.

Anytime TD Pick: Justin Jefferson (+150 / 40¢, Kalshi)

With the Vikings missing multiple receiving targets, star wideout Justin Jefferson commands an elite target share. At a 40-cent pricing on Kalshi, Jefferson crossing the goal line represents a strong mathematical play against a Green Bay secondary allowing 213.9 passing yards per game.

Jefferson commands a monstrous 34.2% target share and 46.8% of the Vikings’ intended air yards, numbers that spike even higher inside the 20-yard line where he accounts for 44.4% of Minnesota’s red-zone targets. In five career home games against Green Bay, Jefferson has hauled in four touchdowns while averaging 106.8 receiving yards per contest.

Green Bay plays zone coverage on 68.4% of passing downs, a scheme Jefferson has repeatedly shredded for 3.28 yards per route run this season. When the Vikings reach scoring territory, Kevin O’Connell scripts end-zone looks specifically designed to isolate Jefferson on quick slants and corner fades.

Getting +150 (40¢ at Kalshi) on an alpha receiver who dominates his team’s scoring opportunities provides undeniable expected value.

Packers vs Vikings Public-Betting Splits

Monitoring money flow provides valuable context before locking in your wagers. Reviewing the NFL public betting splits reveals the following handle distribution:

  • Moneyline: Green Bay Packers (76.28%) | Minnesota Vikings (23.72%)
  • Spread: Green Bay Packers (64.29%) | Minnesota Vikings (35.71%)
  • Total: Over (61.59%) | Under (38.41%)

There are no qualifying sharp versus public splits for this divisional clash, as ticket percentages align closely with the money flow. The analytical prediction of Packers -3 matches the public money, with 64.29% of the spread handle backing the home favorites. Conversely, the recommendation on the Under 42 goes against the grain. Bettors heavily favor a higher-scoring outcome, putting 61.59% of the total money on the Over.

MIN vs GB Packers Odds

Bet TypeMinnesotaGreen Bay
Spread+3 (-114)-3 (-105)
Moneyline+135-161
Total PointsOv 42 (-111)Un 42 (-108)

Odds as of November 15, 4 AM ET at BetMGM. Claim your BetMGM promo code before kickoff.

Oddsmakers have set the NFL odds with the Packers as 3-point home favorites to protect Lambeau Field. The total sits at 42 points, leaning slightly toward the over with -111 odds.

Calculating the vigorish-free implied probabilities from the moneyline indicates Green Bay holds a 59.18% chance of winning. Meanwhile, Minnesota carries a 40.82% normalized probability of pulling off the divisional upset on the road.

Packers vs Vikings Injury Report

Player NameTeamPositionReported Injury/Status
Micah ParsonsGreen Bay PackersDEKnee, Out, Limited
Josh WhyleGreen Bay PackersTEConcussion, Out, DNP
Zaire FranklinGreen Bay PackersLBShin, Doubtful, DNP
Chris BrooksGreen Bay PackersRBAnkle, Questionable, Limited
Skyy MooreGreen Bay PackersWRAnkle, Questionable, Limited
Lukas Van NessGreen Bay PackersDEBack, Questionable, Limited
Kyler MurrayMinnesota VikingsQBHamstring, Out, DNP
Carson WentzMinnesota VikingsQBAnkle, None, Full
TJ HockensonMinnesota VikingsTEWrist, Out, DNP
Jauan JenningsMinnesota VikingsWRCalf, Out, DNP
Jordan AddisonMinnesota VikingsWRThumb, Questionable, Limited
Blake CashmanMinnesota VikingsLBConcussion, Out, DNP

Packers vs Vikings Team Stats

Statistic (Per Game)PackersVikings
Points Scored24.018.3
Points Allowed21.214.5
Total Yards347.9266.8
Yards Allowed322.9280.0
Passing Yards279.7160.8
Pass Yards Allowed213.9161.1
Rushing Yards68.2106.0
3rd Down %38.2%33.3%
3rd Down Defense %41.7%31.2%

Green Bay operates a highly imbalanced offense, producing 279.7 passing yards per game while rushing for only 68.2 yards. They test a formidable Minnesota pass defense that surrenders just 161.1 passing yards per contest and holds opponents to a 31.2% third-down conversion rate. This dynamic frames the critical matchup: Love’s aerial volume against a suffocating secondary.

Conversely, Minnesota manages just 266.8 total yards per game, leaning on 106 rushing yards per contest to sustain drives. The Vikings must navigate injuries to multiple pass-catchers against a Packers defense yielding 213.9 passing yards per game. With edge rusher Micah Parsons ruled out, Minnesota quarterback Carson Wentz faces less pocket pressure, creating isolated opportunities for Justin Jefferson to exploit coverage matchups on the perimeter.

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Juan Pablo Aravena

Juan Pablo is a sports writer and betting analyst with over 15 years' experience in the industry. He is an expert in European and Latin American soccer, as well as NBA, MLB, NHL, NFL, college sports, and EuroLeague. He was born and raised in Chile and is fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.

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