Vikings vs. Packers: TV Schedule, Live Stream, Spread Info, Game Time and More

The Green Bay Packers (7-4) will host the Minnesota Vikings (6-5) in a game with sharp playoff implications. Both teams are looking to close on the division-leading Chicago Bears (8-3) and their Sunday opponent, the Seattle Seahawks (6-5) who currently hold the last NFC playoff spot.

The Vikings are a long shot to win the North after dropping their Week 12 game to the Bears, but they can make a case for a wild-card slot with an upset win over the Packers.

Where: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisc. 

When: Sunday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m ET 

Watch: Fox 

Listen: KFAN 100.3 Minneapolis and the Vikings Radio Network; WTMJ 620 Milwaukee and the Packers Radio Network  

Live Streaming: NFL Sunday Ticket 

Betting Line: Packers -9.5 (via Bovada)

Vikings Injury Report (via CBS Sports)

PLAYER	INJURY
WR Percy Harvin	Ankle
RB Adrian Peterson	Shoulder
TE Kyle Rudolph	Head

Packers Injury Report (via CBS Sports)

PLAYER	INJURY
WR Greg Jennings	Groin, Abdomen
LB Terrell Manning	Shoulder
LB Clay Matthews	Hamstring
TE Andrew Quarless	Knees
DB Sam Shields	Ankle
LB Vic So'oto	Illness
LB Erik Walden	Ankle
DB Charles Woodson	Collarbone
DL Johnny Jolly	Suspension

What's at Stake?

The loser in this game will have a hard time making a run at the NFC North divisional title. The Bears would hold a two-game advantage over the Packers if the Vikings prevail.

A loss by Minnesota would have them on the edge of elimination, trailing the Bears by two or three games with four to play. The Vikings would also lose important ground in the wild-card race.

Green Bay will be playing for a home playoff game. They visit the Bears in Week 15, a contest that could settle the NFC North.

Fantasy Plays

Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson

Peterson is a must-play every week regardless of his opponent. The Packers have been strong against the run, placing right next to the Seahawks in yards allowed per game.

Peterson would like that comparison, as he hit the Seahawks up for 182 yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers

Speaking of players that are immune to opposing defenses, Rodgers hasn't played to his expectations the last two games. His two games since the bye week total the points he had the week heading into the week off.

Look for Rodgers to rebound this week with a big game over the Vikings. 

What They're Saying

There are ample reasons to expect a close game. These are two teams with playoff aspirations.

The season series also favors a close game.

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No cakewalk for the Packers this week: 15 of their last 19 regular season games against the Vikings have been decided by 7 points or less.

— Packerpedia (@Packerpedia) November 28, 2012"

The Packers will also have a little extra help on Sunday. 

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Packers WR Greg Jennings expected to play vs. Vikings - USA TODAY ow.ly/2trFAn

— Packers Times (@GBPacketimes) November 28, 2012"

Key Matchup: Aaron Rodgers vs. Vikings Secondary

Having Greg Jennings in the lineup should be a valuable addition for Rodgers. He's done well hitting the targets he has had available.

Adding one of the better receivers in the game should certainly help improve his production.

Prediction

The Packers will have just too much strength for the Vikings at home. Minnesota's defense hasn't shown the ability to solve a proficient offense at this point.

Doing so on the frozen tundra seems to be a bit of a stretch. 

Packers 31, Vikings 20 

Darin Pike is a writer for Bleacher Report's Breaking News Team and a Featured Columnist covering the NFL and Seattle Seahawks.

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