Washington Commanders vs Minnesota Vikings Betting Trends

The upcoming NFL showdown on December 7, 2025, between the Washington Commanders and the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN, promises to be a compelling contest for sports bettors. This Sunday football game will be broadcast on FOX, giving fans and bettors alike prime access to the action.

Washington’s starting quarterback is likely to be Jayden Daniels, who practiced fully despite being listed as questionable due to a left elbow issue. The Vikings will start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback, as Carson Wentz remains on injured reserve with a season-ending shoulder injury. This quarterback matchup offers an interesting dynamic, with Daniels bringing mobility and McCarthy stepping in to lead Minnesota's offense.

Analyzing the betting trends, the Vikings are favored by 1.5 points with a total points line set at 42.5. Minnesota’s offense has averaged 173.2 passing yards and 99.4 rushing yards per game, while their defense allows about 198.7 passing yards and 133.3 rushing yards from opponents. The Commanders, on the other hand, average 198.7 passing yards and 133.3 rushing yards on offense, but their defense concedes 178.4 passing yards and 128.4 rushing yards per game. These stats suggest a closely matched game where pass protection and pass rush will play critical roles.

Injuries could sway the game, with Minnesota missing key players like Jeff Okudah on injured reserve and question marks over several others, including Donovan Jackson and Christian Darrisaw. Washington also faces challenges with several players on injured reserve including Austin Ekeler and Javontae Jean-Baptiste. Both teams have struggled recently, with Minnesota holding a 4-8 record against the spread and Washington at 4-8 as well, making this an intriguing betting proposition.

For bettors, the point spread and total points line offer potential value depending on how each team’s offense and defense perform under pressure. The Vikings’ slight favoritism and the total points line near 42.5 suggest a moderately scoring game, aligning with recent trends of under totals in their matchups. Ready to bet smarter? Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription now or place your bet with a U.S. regulated sportsbook and profit off the edge.

In their last matchup on November 6, 2022, the Minnesota Vikings edged out the Washington Commanders 20-17, a close game that went under the total points line of 43.5, reflecting the defensive strengths both teams bring to the field.