Schedule stiffens
The Vikings have a tough road ahead over the next six weeks:
SundaySt. Louis (4-3)The Rams are revitalized by sensational rookie RB Todd Gurley.
Nov. 15at Oakland (4-3)QB Derek Carr has Oakland on track for its first winning season since 2002.
Nov. 22Green Bay (6-1)Packers and Aaron Rodgers suffered first loss at Denver on Sunday.
Nov. 29at Atlanta (6-2)Loss at home to Bucs on Sunday was not a good one.
Dec. 6Seattle (4-4)Seahawks seem determined to get back into playoffs.
Dec. 10at Arizona (6-2)Cardinals lead the NFL in scoring (263 points).
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