Vikings vs. Seahawks Prediction: Minnesota Predicted to Win in NFL Week 16 [2024]

The Seattle Seahawks will square off with the Minnesota Vikings in NFL Week 16 action at Lumen Field on Sunday, beginning at 4:05PM ET.

Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Vikings as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Minnesota-Seattle game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Vikings with a win probability of 59%, while the Seahawks have 41%."

This updated Vikings vs. Seahawks betting preview builds on my early Vikings vs. Seahawks prediction that I released at the start of the week.

For expanded analysis of today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Vikings vs. Seahawks predictions page.

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Vikings vs. Seahawks Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 16 action between the Seahawks and Vikings at Lumen Field is scheduled to begin at 4:05PM ET.

• Who: Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks
• Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024
• Time: 4:05PM ET/1:05PM PT
• Venue: Lumen Field
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Seahawks and Vikings gear at Fanatics

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of this week's Vikings vs. Seahawks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Minnesota vs. Seattle picks, be sure to check out the latest NFL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Vikings vs. Seahawks Predictions

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL matchup between the Vikings and Seahawks 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Vikings a 59% chance of beating the Seahawks in Week 16 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Vikings winning 22-20.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Vikings and Seahawks each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 43 points also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

In addition to our Vikings vs. Seahawks predictions, we've also prepared the following for today’s action:

• NFL Best Bets for Week 16
• NFL Player Props for Week 16
• Anytime TD Scorer Predictions for Week 16

Vikings vs. Seahawks Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Vikings	Seahawks
Spread	-2.5 (-110)	+2.5 (+100)
Moneyline	-136	+124
Total	o43 (-105)	u43 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Vikings vs. Seahawks Picks

Our model's biggest edge in today's Vikings vs. Seahawks matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Vikings vs. Seahawks TD Scorers

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Vikings vs. Seahawks?

According to our model, Minnesota's Aaron Jones is most likely to score the first touchdown in Vikings vs. Seahawks.

Our projections give Jones a 13.0% chance of getting in for six first at Lumen Field, while the Vikings RB is a 50.2% chance of reaching the end zone at any point during the game.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Minnesota Vikings

Player	First TD Probability
Aaron Jones	13.0%
Justin Jefferson	10.4%
Jordan Addison	9.1%

Seattle Seahawks

Player	First TD Probability
Kenneth Walker	10.2%
DK Metcalf	8.8%
Jaxon Smith-Njigba	8.4%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Minnesota Vikings

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Aaron Jones	50.2%
Justin Jefferson	41.3%
Jordan Addison	37.0%

Seattle Seahawks

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Kenneth Walker	41.9%
DK Metcalf	37.0%
Jaxon Smith-Njigba	35.6%

For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 16 touchdown scorer predictions

Vikings vs Seahawks Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Vikings and Seahawks. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Vikings vs. Seahawks Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Vikings' Sam Darnold is projected to throw for more yards than the Seahawks' Geno Smith.

Vikings Rushing

Aaron Jones, Cam Akers and Sam Darnold are projected to be the leading rushers for the Vikings.

Player	Position
Aaron Jones	RB
Cam Akers	RB
Sam Darnold	QB

Seahawks Rushing

Kenneth Walker, Zach Charbonnet and Geno Smith are expected to lead the Seahawks in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Kenneth Walker	RB
Zach Charbonnet	RB
Geno Smith	QB

Vikings Receiving

Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, Josh Oliver and Aaron Jones are projected to top the receiving yards for the Vikings.

Player	Position
Justin Jefferson	WR
Jordan Addison	WR
T.J. Hockenson	TE
Josh Oliver	TE
Aaron Jones	RB

Seahawks Receiving

DK Metcalf, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Noah Fant, Tyler Lockett and Kenneth Walker are projected to lead the Seahawks in receiving yards.

Player	Position
DK Metcalf	WR
Jaxon Smith-Njigba	WR
Noah Fant	TE
Tyler Lockett	WR
Kenneth Walker	RB

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Conclusion

We predict the Vikings, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Seahawks in Week 16 of the NFL season.

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