The Vikings and Saints play in New Orleans in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs. Click below for pregame reading, in-game updates, a Live Blog and more.

Kickoff: 12:05 p.m.

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Vikings video library:


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Video (04:13) Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen admires what Saints quarterback Drew Brees still accomplishes at age 40.
Video (03:58) With the Saints heavily favored, coach Mike Zimmer knows the Vikings have an uphill battle to win in the first round of the playoffs.
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Video (03:19) Vikings running back Dalvin Cook says they'll need to keep their emotions in check for the playoffs, and the best approach is to not look too far ahead.