Carolina at Minnesota

Minnesota had its three-game winning streak snapped unexpectedly as the Cowboys dealt it a 31-28 loss last week, and now the Vikings can't afford many more losses if they want to stay in the postseason picture. Kirk Cousins continued his improvement from early in the season and finished 22 of 30 for 314 yards and three touchdowns, but two lost fumbles in the first half by the Vikings along with 60 yards in penalties were too much to overcome. Minnesota was playing on a short week after beating Chicago the previous Monday and now it gets the Panthers, who had lost five in a row before beating the Lions 20-0. Carolina is only 2-6 ATS its last eight games versus teams with losing records, and the Vikings are 39-19-1 ATS their last 59 home contests. Also, Minnesota bounces back well as it is 38-13 ATS following a loss. Teddy Bridgewater is questionable (knee) for the Panthers. The Vikings are more than a field goal favorite, and the best bet is to take the Vikings on the moneyline.