NFL Power Rankings: Playoff blues reign following Week 17

60. <p>Just keep doubting the Minnesota Vikings, they seem to enjoy it. On Sunday night everything seemed stacked against the Vikes. Sure they were headed to the playoffs regardless, but a road game against the Packers to close out the season was quite the tough draw. Pfft, whatever, Minnestoa marched into Lambeau with gusto and marched out with an NFC North title.</p> <p>A late mishandled snap and an interception aside, Teddy Bridgewater looked like a consummate pro. He helped control the offense, guided Adrian Peterson, Jerick McKinnon and Co., and let the defense carry the team’s heavy lifting.</p> <p>Speaking of the Vikings’ defense, how about Eric Kendricks and Andrew Sendejo. Both men have been stellar all season long, and showed up big time on Sunday night. Between the two of them there were 25 total tackles and a tackle for a loss. Mike Zimmer has to love that output from his rookie linebacker and fifth-year strong safety.</p> <p>Looking forward, the Vikings will host the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Wild Card Round. Seattle is peaking at the perfect time, and looks to have regained its form from the past few years. However, the Vikings have leaned heavily on their defense and played all season long like their backs were against the wall. The game could have an old-school, hard-hitting feel.</p>. (11-5). Previous: . Minnesota Vikings. 9. team