Las Vegas Raiders vs. Minnesota Vikings 8/10/24 – Fans and gamblers are already fixating on the forthcoming friendly match between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Minnesota Vikings. By Saturday, August 10, 2024 these teams will be ready for a showdown that will tell us something about their performances in their last seasons; the Raiders finished 8-9 while the Vikings narrowly trailed at 7-10. This fixture not only allows coaches to strategize for their upcoming seasons but also creates an ideal atmosphere to predict free NFL preseason picks.
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Minnesota Vikings 8/10/24
| When: | Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN |
| TV: | NFL Network |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Raiders | +2.5 (-110) | 33 over (-110) | +110 |  |
| Vikings | -2.5 (-110) | 33 under (-110) | -130 | |
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Raiders secondary did their thing today 👀 https://t.co/u83eJbRrgI
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) August 7, 2024
The Raiders enter this game as slight underdogs with a +2.5 spread and a moneyline of +110, reflecting a competitive outlook against the Vikings, who are favored at -2.5 and a -130 moneyline. The total over/under for the game is set at 33 points, which aligns with the teams’ recent scoring patterns and defensive plays.
Aidan O’Connell QB vs. Nick Mullens QB
Aidan O’Connell‘s season was a great one even with some difficult moments thrown in the mix. Last season, he played 11 games during which he threw 343 passes and managed to complete 213 of them; this gave him a passing completion percentage of 62.1, while he also had a total of 2,218 yards through the air and scored 12 touchdowns. However, his vulnerability to pressure is quite evident from being sacked 24 times and throwing seven interceptions which may become an issue against the relentless Vikings’ defense.
In contrast, Nick Mullens showed efficiency in a few appearances as he completed 100 out of the 148 passes he made last season at an impressive rate of 67.6 percent. This led to him throwing for a total of 1,306 yards and seven touchdowns out of five matches only; however, his performance fell short because he turned it over eight times suggesting that there might be some exploitable weaknesses in Raiders’ defense.
The contrasting styles and experiences between O’Connell and Mullens will be crucial when they square off against each other. Whereas O’Connell has to go past Viking’s defensive formations that are normally set up by Zimmer, on the other hand, Mullens must use his accuracy well enough to go through Raider’s lines to open-up large gaps for the runners. If you want midfield generalship decided then this important quarterback duel could ultimately determine how long or short this game will end up being like.
Ground Game and Aerial Assault: Raiders’ Analysis
Zamir White and Davante Adams were key figures in the Raiders’ offensive lineup last season. White, the lead running back, notched up 451 yards and a touchdown across 17 games, demonstrating a robust 4.3 yards per carry. Meanwhile, Adams, a veteran wide receiver, showcased his elite skills with 1,144 receiving yards on 103 receptions, including 8 touchdowns. This dynamic duo provides the Raiders with a balanced offensive threat, capable of both ground and aerial domination.
Vikings’ Offensive Weapons: Rushing and Receiving
For the Vikings, Alexander Mattison and Justin Jefferson were the standout performers. Mattison, although not as explosive, consistently pushed forward with 700 rushing yards over 16 games. Jefferson, despite playing only 10 games, impressed with 1,074 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns, averaging a remarkable 15.8 yards per reception. His ability to turn short passes into substantial gains will be critical against the Raiders’ secondary.
Trends
Las Vegas Raiders Betting Trends
Las Vegas are 4-0-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Las Vegas’ last 15 games.
Las Vegas are 1-4-1 ATS in their last 6 games against Minnesota.
Raiders are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games against Minnesota.
Las Vegas are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
Minnesota Vikings Betting Trends
Minnesota are 0-4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota’s last 5 games.
Minnesota are 1-6 SU in their last 7 games.
Vikings are 2-9 SU in their last 11 games at home.
Minnesota are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games when playing at home against Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Minnesota Vikings Betting Picks
This might be a bright game which respects the past precedents of these two sides and pre-season form. Looking into their performances in opposition to Minnesota, they can cover because of having a good ATS record. Considering both teams’ current struggles to score points, the total may fall below 33.
It is possible that this can make them an attractive wager against the spread at one of the top-tier online sportsbooks serving customers who are interested in betting on this game. Additionally, there may be some added value in prop bets that focus on individual player performances, particularly wide receivers like Adams and Jefferson who could exceed their yardage marks.
Score Prediction: Vikings 16, Raiders 15.
