The relative lack of buzz for the Vikings this year might be indicative of a public perception that a mediocre season similar to 2018 awaits.
While that's certainly possible, the more interesting notion is this: Is it more likely that the Vikings will have a very good season (like 11-5) or a really bad season (like 5-11)?
I've been walking out this CONTROVERSIAL opinion in a few select places lately, and so I'll try it out here: I think the Gophers will win more football games than the Vikings this year (even though the college regular season is four games shorter).