Kansas City Chiefs vs Minnesota Vikings 10/8/2023 – Kansas City Chiefs faced the New York Jets in Week 4 and failed to cover the spread despite being an 8.5-point favorite. They still managed a 23-20 win despite hitting Over (41.5). This was their third consecutive win after starting their season with a shaky performance against the Detroit Lions. The NFL betting sites US has predicted a winner for this game based on the recent betting data.
Minnesota Vikings defeated Carolina Panthers by a score of 21-13, covering the spread as road favorites (4-point spread), and also winning with an Under (45.5). Minnesota was particularly happy with this win, as their previous three losses were all by six points or less.
Kansas City leads the series 8-5. Below are the NFL free-betting odds and all of the details for this anticipated game.
Kansas City Chiefs vs Minnesota Vikings 10/8/2023 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, October 8, 2023 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM ET |
| Where: | U.S. Bank Stadium |
Andy Reid vs Kevin O’Connell
The Chiefs won the most recent matchup between these two teams in 2019 by winning 26-23 against the Rams as 5.5-point underdogs. An Over (46) was also profitable. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes was unable to play after suffering a dislocated left knee two weeks before.
The Chiefs have a 3-1 record and two perfect road performances. They are atop the AFC West conference with a 2-0 road record. The Chiefs have been impressive offensively, averaging 259 yards passing, 137 yards rushing, and 29 points per match. Defensively, they’ve allowed opponents to average 203 yards passing, 104 yards rushing, and 22 points per match.
Patrick Mahomes is the Chiefs’ star quarterback. He has completed 92 of 143 passes, gaining 1006 yards and 8 touchdowns with 4 interceptions. This season he has become their leading passer. Running back Isaiah Pacheco, who has 55 carries for 270 yards and two touchdowns, has also excelled in the receiving department with 8 receptions for 163 yards.
The Minnesota Vikings had a difficult start to the 2018-2019 NFL Season. Started 0-3, with a 0-1 record on the road, and placed 4th in their NFC North Conference. Minnesota’s offensive passing game averaged just 358 yards a game, while their rushing was limited to 66 yards. Minnesota’s defense allowed 273 passing yards and 120 rushing yard averages per game.
Kansas City Chiefs Betting Trends
Kansas City are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
Chiefs are 11-1 SU in their last 12 games.
Kansas City are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games against Minnesota.
Kansas City are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games on the road.
Chiefs are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games when playing on the road against Minnesota.
Kansas City is 8-1 ATS in their last 9 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Kansas City’s last 5 games played in October.
Kansas City are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games played in week 5.
Minnesota Vikings Betting Trends
Minnesota are 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 games.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Minnesota’s last 12 games.
Minnesota are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
Minnesota are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games at home.
Vikings are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Kansas City.
Minnesota is 7-1 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference.
Minnesota is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference West division.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota’s last 6 games played in week 5.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Minnesota’s last 5 games played on a Sunday.
Kansas City Chiefs vs Minnesota Vikings Betting Pick
Kirk Cousins is a key player for the Vikings. He has completed 108 of 158 passes, resulting in 1215 yards and 11 touchdowns. Alexander Mattison, who rushed for 254 yards with one touchdown, and Justin Jefferson, who had 548 receiving yards and three touchdowns on 33 receptions.
Fans can expect a thrilling matchup with many storylines as the Chiefs and Vikings prepare for their meeting. Will the Chiefs be able to continue their winning streak, or will the Vikings get their first win this season. Based on the recent performances, the Vikings will not stand a chance against the Chiefs. The online NFL sportsbook has predicted the Chiefs to win and cover the spread.
Score Prediction: Chiefs 28, Vikings 25.
