Vikings At Rams: Game Time, Point Spread, Where To Watch, Streaming
By Dan Zinski
Dec 9, 2012; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive back Harrison Smith (22) celebrates his interception for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter at the Metrodome. The Vikings win 24-14. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Minnesota Vikings (7-6) vs. St. Louis Rams (6-6-1)
Where: Edward Jones Dome
When: Sunday, December 16, 12:oo PM CT
Preview
The Vikings cling to slim playoff hopes as they travel to St. Louis to face the Rams. Christian Ponder gets one more chance to prove his doubters wrong in a tough road environment. Meanwhile, Adrian Peterson continues his quest to crack the 2,000 yard mark. Peterson needs 400 yards in his final three games to achieve that vaunted milestone.
After a tough stretch of games, the Vikings defense rebounded last weekend against the Bears. The defensive line hopes to be disruptive against Sam Bradford and the Rams. The Vikings will need to shore up their tackling issues if they hope to deal with running back Steven Jackson who may be playing his final home game in St. Louis. The turnover battle will be key for the Vikes. Last week vs. the Bears they had two interceptions, returning one for a TD.
Injury Report
Vikings: QUESTIONABLE: Antoine Winfield (knee), PROBABLE: Adrian Peterson (abdomen), Jared Allen (shoulder), Chris Kluwe (knee), Robert Blanton (neck), Phil Loadholt (knee), Jasper Brinkley (shoulder), Letroy Guion (shin), A.J. Jefferson (concussion), Charlie Johnson (ankle), Kyle Rudolph (shoulder)
Rams: QUESTIONABLE: Jermelle Cudjo (foot); PROBABLE: Cortland Finnegan (ankle), Scott Wells (knee), Mario Haggan (elbow), Mike McNeill (thigh), Danny Amendola (foot), Janoris Jenkins (illness), Steven Jackson (foot), Craig Dahl (head), James Laurainitis (back)
Point Spread: ST. LOUIS -3
Where to Watch/Listen
Broadcast: FOX
DirecTV 708
Terrestrial Radio: KFAN 100.3 and Network
Online: NFL Audio Pass
Satellite: Sirius 138
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