Members of the Pioneer Press sports staff who cover the Vikings forecast Sunday’s game at U.S. Bank Stadium:
DANE MIZUTANI
Vikings 31, Packers 28: The way this season has gone for the Vikings, it’s only right that the final week is for the NFC North. For that to happen, this has to happen.
Vikings 24, Packers 23: The potential season finale against Detroit has Minnesota fans dreaming of a Bye New Year, but this game is just as important — and just as daunting. Look out!
CHARLEY WALTERS
Vikings 27, Packers 21: From the sidelines, Kevin O’Connell outwits Packers’ defense in roaring U.