The Vikings won a thrilling game last week (at home) 29-24 against the New Orleans Saints to advance as wide receiver Stefon Diggs broke away with the game winning 61-yard touchdown catch as time expired. It was indeed a finish for the ages.
The Eagles disposed of the Atlanta Falcons, 15-10 as their defense came up with a goal line stand in the closing minute of play to move into this game.
The Vikings led the NFL in defense this season, giving up just 275 yards per game (192 passing, 83 rushing) and allowed 252 points during the regular season, 15.6 points per game. Meanwhile, the Eagles defense led the NFL in rushing defense, giving up just 79 yards per game.
In addition, the Philadelphia defense has allowed just 26 total points in the last three games, including the playoff victory against Atlanta.
Philadelphia is going with Nick Foles at quarterback this post-season as Carson Wentz is out for the year with the knee injury suffered back on December 10 against the L.A. Rams. The Vikings are led by Case Keenum, who has had a dream season filling for injured Sam Bradford and Teddy Bridgewater at the quarterback position.
This game will likely be a defensive struggle, but as we all know, things can play out totally different once the game starts. But expect a close game that may very well come down to the final possession for which ever team has the football.
PREDICTION - Minnesota 17, Philadelphia 13
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