Minnesota at Washington

Minnesota is dead? Not so fast! They have endured a three-game skid, yes, but this is still a well coached team with a dominant defense. The Minnesota defense ranks third in the NFL in yards allowed, fourth against the pass and tops in the points allowed (15.8 points per game). They are also still in first place in the NFC North. The Vikings can pass the football with QB Sam Bradford (nine TDs, one INT), a fine addition, throwing to speedy WR Stephon Diggs. Washington is not an elite defense at #15 against the pass, and #20 in points allowed. The Vikings have a winning record and are on a 36-15 ATS run, including 16-6 ATS after a defeat. The Redskins have not been impressive against good teams, losing to the Steelers and Cowboys and they are riding a winless streak, losing at Detroit as chalk and tying the Bengals. The Redskins are 5-15-1 ATS after allowing more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game. The wagering value is on the superior defense to win the game. Play Minnesota on the moneyline.