The Atlanta Falcons (0-5) are 3.5-point underdogs as they attempt to halt their five-game losing streak in a matchup with the Minnesota Vikings (1-4) on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at U.S. Bank Stadium. An over/under of 55.5 is set for the contest.
Game Info
- Game Day: Sunday, October 18, 2020
- Game Time: 1:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: FOX
- Location: Minneapolis, MN
- Stadium: U.S. Bank Stadium
Betting Information
Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vikings | -3.5 | -110 | -110 | 55.5 | -110 | -110 | -183 | 157 |
Vikings Betting Insights
- Minnesota’s games have hit the over in three out of five opportunities this season (60%).
- Minnesota has compiled a 3-2 record against the spread this season.
- The average points per game output for the Vikings this season, 26.4, is 5.8 fewer than the 32.2 the Falcons have given up in each contest.
- When they meet or outpace their scoring average this season, Minnesota is 1-2 and 2-1 against the spread.
- Atlanta is 0-3 overall and 0-3 against the spread this season in games where they allow fewer than 32.2 points.
Falcons Betting Insights
- Atlanta has compiled a losing 1-4 record against the spread this season.
- Atlanta’s games have hit the over in three out of five outings this season (60%).
- The average points per game output for the Falcons this season, 24.4, is six fewer than the 30.4 the Vikings have given up in each contest.
- When they meet or exceed their scoring average this season, Atlanta is 0-3 and 1-2 against the spread.
- Minnesota is 1-2 overall and 2-1 against the spread this season in games where they allow fewer than 30.4 points.
Computer Picks
ATS | Over/Under | Score Prediction |
---|---|---|
Vikings (-3.5) | Over (55.5) | Vikings 32 Falcons 25 |
Total Facts
- In 40% of their games this season (two of five chances), the Vikings and their opponents have combined to record more than this matchup’s over/under of 55.5 points.
- The Falcons and their opponents have combined to score at least 55.5 points in 60% of their matchups this season (three of five opportunities).
- These teams average a combined 50.8 points per game, 4.7 less points than the over/under of 55.5 set for this matchup.
- The Vikings and the Falcons have seen their opponents average a combined 7.1 more points per game than the point total of 55.5 set in this outing.
- The average point total in Vikings games this year is 1.3 more points than the over/under of 55.5 in this matchup.
- The average point total for the Falcons this season is 1.1 points higher than this game’s over/under.
Vikings vs Falcons: Last 5 Meetings
In the last five meetings between these two squads, Minnesota holds a 4-1 advantage over Atlanta. In those games against the Falcons, the Vikings have a 1-0 record against the spread. Minnesota has had the upper hand scoring in those five matchups, scoring 117 points while Atlanta scored 83.
Date | Favorite | Home Team | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Total Yards | Result |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9/8/2019 | Vikings | Vikings | -3.5 | 47 | -186 | +163 | 345-269 ATL | 28-12 MIN |
12/3/2017 | N/A | Falcons | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 312-275 MIN | 14-9 MIN |
11/29/2015 | N/A | Falcons | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 365-326 MIN | 20-10 MIN |
9/28/2014 | N/A | Vikings | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 558-411 MIN | 41-28 MIN |
11/27/2011 | N/A | Falcons | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | – | 24-14 ATL |
Betting Insights: Last Three Games (Both Teams)
- The Vikings total over the last three games is 0.5 points more than the 55.5 total listed for this matchup.
- Minnesota is 3-0 against the spread and 1-2 straight up over their last three contests.
- The over has been friendly to Minnesota. They have gone over the total two times in their last three games.
- The Falcons have averaged a total of 47 combined points in their last three games, 8.5 fewer than this matchup’s total of 55.5.
- Atlanta has struggled to cover lately, going 0-3 against the spread and 0-3 straight up over their last three games.
- Atlanta has gone under the total two times in the last three contests.
Injury Report
Vikings: No Injuries Listed
Vikings: No Injuries Listed

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