Access Vikings morning walkthrough: Vikings must overcome Seattle's defense, Bridgewater needs quick start

Every weekday, we walk you through what's going on with the Vikings.

WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED

— The Vikings offense was shut out by Seattle in early December. Do the Vikings have a chance against the Seahawks dominant defense in the postseason rematch?

— Quick starts are necessary for Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridegwater. Which Bridgewater will show up in the playoffs?

— Vikings coach Mike Zimmer is hopeful his standout nose tackle Linval Joseph will return Sunday against Seattle.

— Playoff fever helped keep former Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton warm.

— Vikings defensive tackle Sharrif Floyd is delighted to get another shot at Seattle.

— The Vikings will try and shut down Seattle's momentum that's been building since mid-season. Here's a look at what the Vikings are up against.

— Eagan company WSI Sports will help warm the Vikings, Seahawks in Sunday's subzero temperatures.

BEHIND ENEMY LINES

— The confident Seahawks welcome the challenge that comes with being a wild-card team.

— Seattle's coaching staff is confident that star running back Marshawn Lynch should be "full speed" on Sunday.

TODAY'S VIKINGS SCHEDULE

The Vikings will practice at 11 a.m. and the coordinators will be available after practice. No formal press conferences are scheduled.

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