It’s often said that playoffs equate to win or go home.
Minnesota is hosting Seattle, and if the Vikings win, they’ll earn an opportunity to leave home and visit Arizona.
So how about referring to this week’s Wild Card game between the Vikings (11-5) and Seahawks (10-6) simply as “go time.”
Teddy Bridgewater said during his media session that has resonated with Vikings players, many of whom will be making their first appearance in the playoffs.
"You can tell that the guys' focus is totally different," Bridgewater said. "Coach (Mike) Zimmer said something this morning in the team meeting, 'Now you're playing for trophies and rings, not just banners.