are the vikings out of the playoffs

Yes — the Minnesota Vikings have been eliminated from playoff contention for the current NFL season.

Quick Scoop

• The Vikings were officially ruled out of the playoff race a few weeks before Week 18, after falling behind in the NFC standings despite a late-season surge.

• Current NFC playoff pictures list Minnesota among the eliminated teams, while other NFC contenders fill the seven available spots.

• Their final regular-season game is essentially for pride and evaluation, not seeding or qualification, since their postseason hopes are already gone.

What’s Going On This Week?

• The Vikings are closing out the year around the .500 mark, trying to finish with a winning record even though the playoffs are off the table.

• Their Week 18 matchup is against the Packers, who have already locked in a wild-card seed, adding a bit of rivalry spice even without playoff stakes for Minnesota.

Forum / Fan Talk Angle

“Are the Vikings out of the playoffs?” has basically turned into “How should they rebuild and who should start at QB next year?”

• Fans and local writers are focusing on what this means for Kevin O’Connell, J.J. McCarthy’s development, and possible offseason moves at quarterback.

• The late push and improved December play have people debating whether this was a lost season, or a foundation year for a stronger run next time.

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