Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season kicks off with an NFC clash between the surprising Minnesota Vikings and the injury-ravaged Los Angeles Rams. Minnesota has been riding one of the NFL’s best defenses and a resurgent season from Sam Darnold to a 5-1 record, while Los Angeles has been absolutely pummeled with injuries en route to a 2-4 start.
In terms of importance, the Rams desperately need to come away with a win in order to keep their playoff hopes alive. It helps that the NFC West has no clear favorite at this point, but Los Angeles is running out of breathing room.