A way too early look at the 2018 opponents for the Minnesota Vikings

Away at New England Patriots

Whenever you face the greatest QB/Coach duo in NFL history, it’s going to be highlighted on your schedule.

The Patriots carry home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs and are favorites to win the Super Bowl.

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Whether you believe he’s truly the game’s brightest star or merely a product of New England’s system, QB Tom Brady has been the embodiment of NFL dominance for the better part of two decades. Brady is going to receive substantial MVP consideration and is probably the consensus front-runner.

Head Coach Bill Belichick could win Coach of the Year every year, and he’s done a fabulous job in a relatively down year for the defense.

Regardless of how the season ends, there will be massive shakeups in New England, most prominently along the coaching staff. But the two that really matters will remain, and that calls for a fun matchup to look forward to for Minnesota.