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Minnesota Vikings Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Vikings allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

8.1
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
67
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Vikings

Players who have historically scored most against the Minnesota Vikings defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Jahmyr Gibbs
DET
22.6
avg pts vs Vikings (4 games)
#2 Target
Bijan Robinson
ATL
20
avg pts vs Vikings (2 games)
#3 Target
Josh Jacobs
GB
11.4
avg pts vs Vikings (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Minnesota Vikings (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2025 Wk18 Chris Brooks
GB
6.1
S2025 Wk17 Jahmyr Gibbs
DET
6.4
S2025 Wk17 Isiah Pacheco
DET
3.2
S2025 Wk16 Tyrone Tracy
NYG
9.8
S2025 Wk16 Devin Singletary
NYG
5.6
S2025 Wk15 Javonte Williams
DAL
15.1
S2025 Wk15 Malik Davis
DAL
11.7
S2025 Wk14 Jerome Ford
WAS
3
S2025 Wk14 Chris Rodriguez
JAX
5.2
S2025 Wk14 Jacory Croskey-Merritt
WAS
3.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Minnesota Vikings defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Minnesota Vikings allow an average of 8.1 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (67 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Minnesota Vikings?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Minnesota Vikings: Jahmyr Gibbs (22.6 avg pts in 4 games), Bijan Robinson (20 avg pts in 2 games), Josh Jacobs (11.4 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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