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Some recent predictions for the 2021 NFL season featured some optimistic comments about the Minnesota Vikings.
Throughout their history, the Minnesota Vikings have always seemed to perform their best when there isn’t much expected from them heading into a season.
Two of the most notable instances of the Vikings greatly exceeding their preseason expectations took place in 1998 and 2017. Some probably thought Minnesota could earn a spot in the playoffs prior to both of these specific seasons beginning, but few likely believed they would go on to win at least 13 games and make it to that year’s NFC Championship during each campaign.