The Washington Commanders went to overtime in their last two games, but are still on a seven-game losing streak heading into Week 14. They were a two-point conversion away from breaking their streak but Broncos LB Nik Bonitto knocked down Marcus Mariota’s final pass to end the game. The final score was 27-26, and it was Washington’s best showing in a loss this season.
The Minnesota Vikings were just shut out by the Seattle Seahawks 26-0 on the road with UDFA Max Brosmer getting his first NFL start. QB J.J. McCarthy was ruled out with a concussion, and has been a major issue for the team when healthy. The Vikings are 4-8 and have been severely held back by QB play this season. Carson Wentz held down the fort until his stitches needed stitches, but the Vikings are a team that can’t overcome injuries.
The Commanders season has also been derailed by injuries, but they’re getting healthier in a too little, too late situation. Terry McLaurin returned vs the Broncos last night and had 7 receptions for 96 yards and a touchdown in overtime. Jayden Daniels returned to practice this week, but wasn’t cleared for contact. He could join McLaurin and a returning Noah Brown against a Vikings team that can’t get over their own issues.
Opening odds for the Commanders have them as 1.5-point road favorites against Minnesota. The O/U opens at 41.5, two points lower than their last game
Point spread: Commanders -1.5
Moneyline: Commanders -118, Vikings +100