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As the NFL Week 5 kicks off, the undefeated Minnesota Vikings face off against the New York Jets in a London game. Led by MVP candidate Sam Darnold, the Vikings are looking to maintain their perfect record, while the Jets, led by Aaron Rodgers, aim to bounce back from a disappointing loss. Betting analyst Anita Marks provides insights on the game lines, player props, and trends to consider for this matchup.
- The Vikings have a strong offense and are favored to win by 2.5 points.
- Sam Darnold's performance will be crucial as he faces his former team.
- The Jets are looking to recover from a poor offensive showing against the Broncos.
Sam Darnold | QB
Breakout
Revenge
Week 5
9 rush yards
224 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Darnold is performing exceptionally well this season, contributing to the Vikings' top-ranked offense.
- He is motivated to win against his former team, making this a potential breakout game.
Aaron Rodgers | QB
Injury
Week 5
224 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Rodgers is looking to bounce back after being sacked five times in the previous game.
- His performance will be critical for the Jets to compete against the Vikings.
Justin Jefferson | WR
Breakout
Week 5
79 rec yards
- Jefferson is a key target in the Vikings' offense, expected to have a significant impact on the game.
Aaron Jones | RB
Pickup
Week 5
24 rec yards
59 rush yards
- Jones is expected to contribute both in rushing and receiving, adding depth to the Vikings' offense.
Breece Hall | RB
Pickup
Week 5
29 rec yards
49 rush yards
- Hall is anticipated to play a crucial role in the Jets' rushing attack.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings have the highest cover margin through four games since the 2007 Patriots.
- They are performing well in October under Kevin O'Connell.
New York Jets
- The Jets are struggling in non-conference games under Robert Saleh.
- They have a strong record in October but need to improve their performance after a loss.