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Complete List Of Minnesota Vikings Playoff-Clinching Scenarios

Rest assured, the Minnesota Vikings could clinch a playoff berth even if they lose on Sunday.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — With three weeks remaining in the regular NFL season, the suspense continues to build as teams make their final playoff push. The Minnesota Vikings (10-3) will lock up the NFC North with a victory or losses by both the Detroit Lions and the Green Bay Packers in week 15. There are also various scenarios for Minnesota to advance to the postseason this week even if the Vikings lose.

Here's is every scenario that will lead to a Vikings playoff berth this Sunday:

Minnesota clinches the NFC North division title with:

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  1. MINN win or tie OR
  2. DET loss or tie + GB loss or tie

Minnesota clinches a playoff berth with:

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  1. SEA loss + ATL loss + NO loss OR
  2. SEA loss + ATL loss + CAR loss OR
  3. SEA loss + ATL loss + DET loss or tie OR
  4. SEA loss + ATL tie + NO loss + DET loss or tie OR
  5. SEA loss + ATL tie + NO loss + CAR loss

Also read: Minnesota Vikings Vs. Cincinnati Bengals: Kickoff Time, Odds, TV


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