The San Francisco 49ers are touted by many as the best team in Pro Football Betting. However, the 49ers are coming off a stunning loss at Cleveland. Still, the man once called “Mr Irrelevant” has become a superstar. All Brock Purdy does is win and with impressive efficiency. This week, the 49ers will travel to Minnesota to face a desperate Vikings team on the brink of a lost season. After a stunning 2022 NFC North division title, the subpar Minnesota defense is getting fully exposed.
San Francisco 49ers vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Monday, October 23, 2023, 8:15 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN and ABC |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| 49ers | -7 EV | 44 -110 | -305 |  |
| Vikings | +7 -120 | 44 -110 | +245 | |
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San Francisco 49ers Team Overview
Last game, the San Francisco 49ers lost 17-19 against the Cleveland Browns as 8.5-point road favorites. The game was a push on the offshore betting total of 36. San Francisco has a record of 5-1 straight up, 4-2 against the spread, and 3-2-1 over/under the total. San Francisco ranks 7th for total offense, 13th for passing, 3rd for rushing, and 2nd for scoring. Defensively, they rank 3rd overall, 10th against the pass, 6th against the rush, and 1st for points allowed. Also, San Francisco ranks 2nd for fewest turnovers lost and 3rd for takeaways.
Dustin Hopkins kicked a go-ahead, 29-yard field goal with 1:40 left in the game. As a result, the host Cleveland Browns spoiled the San Francisco 49ers’ chance at a perfect season. Without his injured top weapons, Brock Purdy struggled.
In sum, he was just 12 of 27 passing for 125 yards with a touchdown and an interception.
Purdey took his first regular-season loss as a starter, falling to 10-1. Brandon Aiyuk had four catches for 76 yards for San Francisco. In turn, the 49ers were held to 215 yards of total offense. Cleveland quarterback P.J. Walker had 192 yards and two interceptions on 18-for-34 passing. He was starting in place of Deshaun Watson (shoulder). Additionally, Amari Cooper hauled in four receptions for 108 yards. At the same time, Jerome Ford totaled 84 yards on 17 carries.
Minnesota Vikings Team Overview
Last game, the Minnesota Vikings won 19-13 against the Chicago Bears as 3-point road favorites. The game went under a total of 45. Minnesota has a record of 2-4 straight up, 2-3-1 against the spread, and 1-5 over/under the total. Minnesota ranks 12th for total offense, 4th for passing, 30th for rushing, and 18th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 15th overall, 17th against the pass, 17th against the rush, and 21st for points allowed. Also, Minnesota ranks 32nd for the fewest turnovers lost and 16th for takeaways.
Minnesota linebacker Jordan Hicks scored a 42-yard touchdown on a fumble recovery to go with an interception. Hence, the Vikings held on for a win over the host Chicago Bears. To summarize, Kirk Cousins completed 21 of 31 passes for 181 yards and a touchdown for Minnesota. Jordan Addison caught the Vikings’ lone touchdown pass. Minnesota emerged on the positive end of their sixth consecutive game, decided by eight or fewer points.
49ers at Vikings SBG Free Picks
In this situation, the Vikings will offer enhanced and contrarian Pro Football Betting value. It was caused by the 49ers becoming the most public team on the NFL board.
49ers at Vikings SBG Best Bets: Minnesota Vikings.