Vikings vs Packers Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 1, 2026
Last updated: Sep 13, 2026, 8:25PM | Published: Aug 30, 2026, 8:26PM
The Minnesota Vikings will sqaure off with the Green Bay Packers in NFL Week 1 action at U.S. Bank Stadium on Monday, commencing at 6:25am AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Vikings vs Packers game, along with the latest betting odds and touchdown scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's Minnesota vs Green Bay NFL match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Vikings a 56% chance of winning against the Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Vikings vs Packers: Odds
The current Bet365 betting odds in Australia for Monday's NFL game at U.S. Bank Stadium are shown below:
- Head to Head: Vikings $1.71, Packers $2.20
- Line: Vikings -2.5 ($1.91), Packers +2.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 45.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Vikings at $1.71 and the Packers at $2.20.
The Vikings are 2.5-point favourites against the Packers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Packers (+2.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 45.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Packers (+2.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 45.5-point over/under is expected to go over 53% of the time.
Vikings vs Packers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Green Bay at $2.20 with Bet365
- Line: Packers +2.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 45.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Vikings vs Packers best bets are based on market-leading modelling and betting intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Vikings have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Packers to win is our preferred option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Vikings vs Packers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Vikings vs Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 1 is the Vikings winning 23-22.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Minnesota vs Green Bay game in Week 1, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Vikings vs Packers: TD Scorer Tips
Who will score the first touchdown in Vikings vs Packers? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Minnesota's Justin Jefferson is the most likely player to score the first TD in Vikings vs Packers.
Jefferson has an 8.7% chance of scoring the first TD at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Vikings WR has a 34.7% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
Scroll down for our complete list of first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown scorer probabilities.
First Touchdown Scorer Tips
Vikings First TD Tips
- Justin Jefferson: 8.7% probability
- Jordan Mason: 8.4% probability
- Aaron Jones: 7.5% probability
- Jordan Addison: 7.2% probability
- Jauan Jennings: 5.2% probability
Packers First TD Tips
- MarShawn Lloyd: 8.4% probability
- Christian Watson: 7.1% probability
- Tucker Kraft: 6.5% probability
- Jayden Reed: 5.7% probability
- Matthew Golden: 4.4% probability
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Tips
Vikings Anytime TD Tips
- Justin Jefferson: 34.7% probability
- Jordan Mason: 33.7% probability
- Aaron Jones: 30.8% probability
- Jordan Addison: 29.7% probability
- Jauan Jennings: 22.7% probability
Packers Anytime TD Tips
- MarShawn Lloyd: 37.0% probability
- Christian Watson: 32.4% probability
- Tucker Kraft: 30.1% probability
- Jayden Reed: 27.1% probability
- Matthew Golden: 21.7% probability
Vikings-Packers Projected Player Stats
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Vikings' Kyler Murray is projected for 224 passing yards. The Packers' Jordan Love is expected to throw for 243 yards.
Vikings Starting QB
- Kyler Murray: 224 projected passing yards
Packers Starting QB
- Jordan Love: 243 projected passing yards
Vikings Rushing Yards
- Jordan Mason: 49 projected yards
- Aaron Jones: 33 projected yards
- Kyler Murray: 29 projected yards
Packers Rushing Yards
- MarShawn Lloyd: 47 projected yards
- Chris Brooks: 16 projected yards
- Kaleb Johnson: 15 projected yards
Vikings Receiving Yards
- Justin Jefferson: 77 projected yards
- Jordan Addison: 48 projected yards
- T.J. Hockenson: 31 projected yards
- Jauan Jennings: 27 projected yards
- Aaron Jones: 18 projected yards
Packers Receiving Yards
- Christian Watson: 60 projected yards
- Jayden Reed: 49 projected yards
- Matthew Golden: 45 projected yards
- Tucker Kraft: 43 projected yards
- MarShawn Lloyd: 14 projected yards
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Minnesota vs Green Bay game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips on every NFL game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Vikings vs Packers: Week 1 Essential Details
The NFL Week 1 match-up between the Vikings and Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to begin at 6:25am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Minnesota Vikings vs Green Bay Packers
- Date: Monday 14 September 2026
- Time: 6:25am AEST
- Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Minnesota vs Green Bay predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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