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Falcons vs. Vikings prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win SNF Week 2, 2025
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Atlanta Falcons vs Minnesota Vikings predictions for NFL Sunday.
The Minnesota Vikings will face the Atlanta Falcons in NFL Week 2 action at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, commencing at 8:20PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NFL model projects the Vikings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Falcons-Vikings game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.
"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Vikings with a win probability of 63%, while the Falcons have 37%."
This gameday Falcons vs. Vikings betting preview builds on my Falcons vs. Vikings prediction that was released earlier in the week.
For expanded analysis of today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Falcons vs. Vikings predictions page.
Falcons vs. Vikings Predictions
Since our Falcons-Vikings predictions earlier in the week, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL game between the Falcons and Vikings 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Vikings a 63% chance of defeating the Falcons in Week 2 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Vikings winning 24-20.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Falcons and Vikings each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 44.5 points also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Falcons vs. Vikings odds
We have sourced the best NFL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Falcons | Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +3.5 (-115) | -3.5 (+104) |
| Moneyline | +154 | -164 |
| Total | o44.5 (-110) | u44.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Falcons vs. Vikings picks and best bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Falcons vs. Vikings matchup is on the over/under.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NFL picks and NFL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Falcons vs. Vikings TD scorers
Who will score the first touchdown in Falcons vs. Vikings?
According to our model, Atlanta's Bijan Robinson is most likely to score the first touchdown in Falcons vs. Vikings.
Our projections give Robinson a 15.1% chance of getting in for six first at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Falcons running back is a 55.6% chance of reaching the end zone at any point during the game.
First touchdown scorer predictions
Atlanta Falcons
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson (RB) | 15.1% |
| Drake London (WR) | 7.0% |
| Michael Penix (QB) | 4.7% |
Minnesota Vikings
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Mason (RB) | 10.8% |
| Justin Jefferson (WR) | 10.2% |
| Aaron Jones (RB) | 8.1% |
Anytime touchdown scorer predictions
Atlanta Falcons
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson (RB) | 55.6% |
| Drake London (WR) | 31.4% |
| Michael Penix (QB) | 22.5% |
Minnesota Vikings
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Mason (RB) | 43.0% |
| Justin Jefferson (WR) | 41.1% |
| Aaron Jones (RB) | 34.6% |
Falcons vs Vikings player props
Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Falcons and Vikings. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.
Already a Dimers Pro member? Head to our Falcons-Vikings page now to access every player prop projection.
Falcons vs. Vikings quarterbacks
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Falcons' Michael Penix is projected to throw for more yards than the Vikings' J.J. McCarthy.
Falcons rushing
Bijan Robinson, Tyler Allgeier and Michael Penix are projected to be the leading rushers for the Falcons.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson | RB |
| Tyler Allgeier | RB |
| Michael Penix | QB |
Vikings rushing
Jordan Mason, Aaron Jones and J.J. McCarthy are expected to lead the Vikings in rushing yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Jordan Mason | RB |
| Aaron Jones | RB |
| J.J. McCarthy | QB |
Falcons receiving
Drake London, Darnell Mooney, Kyle Pitts, Ray-Ray McCloud and Bijan Robinson are projected to top the receiving yards for the Falcons.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Drake London | WR |
| Darnell Mooney | WR |
| Kyle Pitts | TE |
| Ray-Ray McCloud | WR |
| Bijan Robinson | RB |
Vikings receiving
Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson, Jalen Nailor, Adam Thielen and Aaron Jones are projected to lead the Vikings in receiving yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | WR |
| T.J. Hockenson | TE |
| Jalen Nailor | WR |
| Adam Thielen | WR |
| Aaron Jones | RB |
Falcons vs. Vikings game-day updates and essential details
The NFL Week 2 matchup between the Vikings and Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to begin at 8:20PM ET.
- Who: Atlanta Falcons vs. Minnesota Vikings
- Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
- Time: 8:20PM ET/5:20PM PT
- Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium
Dimers' full preview of this week's Falcons vs. Vikings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Vikings, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Falcons in Week 2 of the NFL season.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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