{"id":629464,"date":"2025-09-14T15:27:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T14:27:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=629464"},"modified":"2025-09-14T15:27:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T14:27:34","slug":"minnesota-vikings-vs-atlanta-falcons-preview-betting-odds-predictions-nfl-2025-26-season-week-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/minnesota-vikings-vs-atlanta-falcons-preview-betting-odds-predictions-nfl-2025-26-season-week-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Minnesota Vikings vs Atlanta Falcons Preview, Betting Odds, and Predictions &#8211; NFL 2025-26 Season Week 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minnesota Vikings vs Atlanta Falcons Preview, Betting Odds, and Predictions for the 2025-26 NFL Season Week 2<\/h2><p>Sunday Night Football&rsquo;s prime-time slot for week 2 features the Minnesota Vikings taking on the Atlanta Falcons from the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This week 2 showdown pits the Vikings, who are coming off a win over the Chicago Bears, against the Falcons, who lost a close match against the <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/nfl\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Tampa Bay Buccaneers<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p><p>This is the first home game of the season for the Vikings, and it will also mark the debut home game for quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Additionally, the duel between McCarthy and Michael Penix Jr. is the first time the two signal callers go head-to-head after their last meeting in the CFP National Championship in 2024.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended bets and updated odds<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Recommended Bets<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>FanDuel<\/a><\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>BetMGM<\/a><\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vikings to win<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-184<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-180<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Total points over 44.5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-110<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-113<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vikings total TD over 2.5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-142<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-143<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Analysis and Rationale<\/h2><p>In this matchup between the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vikings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Minnesota Vikings<\/a> and the Atlanta Falcons, we take the Vikings to win the game. Minnesota will not only be playing its first home game of the new season, but also have plenty of confidence from the win over the Chicago Bears from week 1. Moreover, quarterback J.J. McCarthy should play better now that he has his maiden win in the NFL.&nbsp;<\/p><p>For the next bet, we are going with over 44.5 total points, considering both teams have ample talent on offense. Even though both the Vikings and Falcons are defensively sound, this game has the opportunity to be a high-scoring encounter.<\/p><p>We all saw what McCarthy did against the Bears last week. He led the Vikings to a come from behind win with 2 touchdowns in the fourth quarter. With offensive weapons such as Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson, and Adam Thielen, along with Aaron Jones in the backfield, we are going with over 2.5 touchdowns for the Vikings.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Sunday Night Football.<br><br>19's first game back.<br><br>J.J.'s first home start.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/usbankstadium?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>@usbankstadium<\/a> is going to be on another level Sunday night. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/agbgx2bSIU\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/agbgx2bSIU<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Vikings\/status\/1966290661638033642?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>September 12, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minnesota Vikings vs Atlanta Falcons Preview<\/h2><p>Looking back at what the teams did in their respective week 1 matchups, the Vikings got off to a slow start against divisional rivals, the Chicago Bears. Jefferson was ineffective for most of the initial three quarters, but eventually, they found a way to hang in there and pull through for a win.&nbsp;<\/p><p>On the other side of the ball, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atlantafalcons.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Falcons<\/a> came away with a tough loss against their divisional opponents, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Michael Penix and the offense did give the team a chance to tie things up at the end, but the Falcons missed the field goal.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Expect this game to be another close encounter. McCarthy is bound to take more time to adjust to the NFL level, something Penix has already done after starting the final few games of the 2024 season. However, the Vikings&rsquo; defense will not make things easy for Atlanta.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minnesota Vikings Best Bets &ndash; Over\/Under and Player Bets<\/h2><p>Below are some of the best player bets for the Minnesota Vikings as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>sourced from FanDuel<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minnesota Vikings Over\/Under Bets<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Over\/ Under Bets<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Over&nbsp;<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Under<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">J.J. McCarthy passing yards<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>212.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>212.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Justin Jefferson receiving yards<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>72.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>72.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Aaron Jones rushing yards<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>38.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>38.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>\n\n\n  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McCarthy 1+ Passing Touchdowns: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-600<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jordan Mason 50+ Yards: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-188<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T.J. Hockenson 40+ Yards: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-102<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Made for prime time &#128548; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/QprT2QLgIY\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/QprT2QLgIY<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AtlantaFalcons\/status\/1966166983411720517?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>September 11, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atlanta Falcons Best Bets &ndash; Over\/Under and Player Bets<\/h2><p>Here is a look at the over\/under and player bets for the Atlanta Falcons <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>as per FanDuel<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atlanta Falcons Over\/Under Bets<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Over\/ Under Bets<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Over<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Under<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Michael Penix Jr. passing yards<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>225.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>225.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Bijan Robinson rushing yards<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>65.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>65.5 (-114)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Bijan Robinson rushing attempts<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>15.5 (-118)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>15.5 (-112)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atlanta Falcons Best Player Bets<\/h3><p>Below are some of the best player bets for the Atlanta Falcons as <strong>sourced from FanDuel<\/strong>.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Michael Penix Jr. 1+ Passing Touchdowns: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-400<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bijan Robinson 30+ receiving yards: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+118<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bijan Robinson 40+ rushing yards: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-550<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Week 2 Vikings vs Falcons Predictions for NFL 2025-26 Season Opener<\/h2><p>The Minnesota Vikings are heading into this game as the favorites, but the Falcons should not be taken lightly. Atlanta has looked good with Michael Penix under center, and he has great support from a talented group of players such as Drake London, Darnell Mooney, Bijan Robinson, Kyle Pitts, and more.&nbsp;<\/p><p>That said, the Vikings are equally talented on that side of the ball, but it is their defense that could be the deciding factor in this game. Javon Hargrave, Andrew Van Ginkel, and Ivan Pace are just some of the players with the ability to close down the offense. 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First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vikings vs Falcons Betting Odds and Spread<\/h2><p>The moneyline and spread show the Minnesota Vikings are the favorites in this matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>as sourced from FanDuel<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Moneyline<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Spread<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Total Points<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Minnesota Vikings<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-184<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-3.5 (105)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Over 44.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Atlanta Falcons<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+154<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+3.5 (-115)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Under 44.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><em>The above odds are <\/em><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>sourced from FanDuel<\/a><\/em><\/strong><em>. Use FanDuel to ace your betting game in all sports!<\/em><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the over\/under for total points for the Vikings vs Falcons game?<\/h3><p>The over\/under for total points in the Vikings vs Falcons game is set at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>44.5<\/a>.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the point spread for the Vikings vs Falcons game on Sunday?<\/h3><p>The Vikings come into the game as <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.5-point<\/a> favorites over the Falcons.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the moneyline for the Vikings vs Falcons game in week 2?<\/h3><p>The Vikings are the favorites with a moneyline of -184, while the Falcons are the underdogs at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+154<\/a>.<\/p><p><em>Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-global mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>J. 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