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4 reasons why the Vikings will beat the Jets in Week 13

By Adam Carlson

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 21: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks to pass against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 21, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Vikings defeated the Jets 37-17. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 21: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks to pass against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 21, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Vikings defeated the Jets 37-17. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images) /
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A major mismatch at tight end

In the last reason, I spoke about a problem area in the middle of the Jets’ defense. It will be up ay T.J. Hockenson to be the mismatch Kirk Cousins looks to early in the game to establish the passing attack.

New York hasn’t given up a touchdown to a tight end yet this season. That could change on Sunday if Minnesota focuses on their big receiving blocker to set the tone against a solid Jets pass defense.

The Jets are ranked 22nd against tight ends but teams better against players at that position have struggled to contain Hockenson earlier this season, possibly putting a big game on his horizon in Week 13.

Hockenson will be one to watch on third or fourth down when the Minnesota Vikings absolutely need a conversion. He should see close to double-digit targets if not more during this game if they truly want to test the Jets.

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