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Vikings vs. 49ers: 5 X-factors for NFC divisional round of playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers are about to host their first NFL playoffs game in the short history of Levi’s Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 11 against the NFC’s No. 6 seed, the Minnesota Vikings, which just pulled off a thrilling overtime upset over the New Orleans Saints in the Wild Card round.

The Niners, meanwhile, benefit from having the first-round playoff bye, giving head coach Kyle Shanahan’s squad a chance to rest up, get healthy and adequately prepare for what looks like a well-balanced Vikings squad.

Despite the Vikings finishing the regular season 10-6, head coach Mike Zimmer’s group presents a balanced challenge for Shanahan and Co.