Vikings vs Colts Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 9, 2024
Last updated: Nov 4, 2024, 1:20AM | Published: Oct 29, 2024, 12:50AM
The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Indianapolis Colts in NFL Week 9 action at U.S. Bank Stadium on Monday, beginning at 12:20pm AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Vikings vs Colts game, along with the latest betting odds and touchdown scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Minnesota vs Indianapolis NFL match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Vikings a 69% chance of defeating the Colts in Week 9 of the NFL season.
Vikings vs Colts: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds in Australia for Monday's NFL game at U.S. Bank Stadium are listed here:
- Head to Head: Vikings $1.36, Colts $3.25
- Line: Vikings -6 ($1.91), Colts +6 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 47 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Vikings at $1.36 and the Colts at $3.25.
The Vikings are listed as 6-point favourites against the Colts, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Colts (+6) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 47 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Colts (+6) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 47-point over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.
Vikings vs Colts: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Indianapolis at $3.25 with Bet365
- Line: Colts +6 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 47 at $1.91 with Bet365
While the Vikings have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Colts to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Vikings vs Colts: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Vikings vs Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 9 is the Vikings prevailing 26-20.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Minnesota vs Indianapolis game in Week 9, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Vikings vs Colts: TD Scorer Tips
Who will score an anytime touchdown in Vikings vs Colts? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Minnesota's Aaron Jones is the most likely player to score the first TD in Vikings vs Colts.
Jones has a 15.6% chance of scoring the first TD at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Vikings RB has a 60.3% chance of registering an anytime touchdown.
Scroll down for our full list of first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown scorer probabilities.
First Touchdown Scorer Tips
Vikings First TD Tips
- Aaron Jones: 15.6% probability
- Justin Jefferson: 13.8% probability
- Jordan Addison: 7.2% probability
- T.J. Hockenson: 5.3% probability
- Jalen Nailor: 4.2% probability
Colts First TD Tips
- Jonathan Taylor: 12.8% probability
- Michael Pittman: 6.9% probability
- Josh Downs: 6.9% probability
- Joe Flacco: 5.2% probability
- Alec Pierce: 3.9% probability
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Tips
Vikings Anytime TD Tips
- Aaron Jones: 60.3% probability
- Justin Jefferson: 55.0% probability
- Jordan Addison: 32.3% probability
- T.J. Hockenson: 25.3% probability
- Jalen Nailor: 20.4% probability
Colts Anytime TD Tips
- Jonathan Taylor: 54.0% probability
- Josh Downs: 32.8% probability
- Michael Pittman: 32.4% probability
- Joe Flacco: 24.6% probability
- Alec Pierce: 20.4% probability
Vikings-Colts Projected Player Stats
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Vikings' Sam Darnold is projected for 261 passing yards. The Colts' Joe Flacco is expected to throw for 237 yards.
Vikings Starting QB
- Sam Darnold: 261 projected passing yards
Colts Starting QB
- Joe Flacco: 237 projected passing yards
Vikings Rushing Yards
- Aaron Jones: 81 projected yards
- Ty Chandler: 17 projected yards
- Sam Darnold: 11 projected yards
Colts Rushing Yards
- Jonathan Taylor: 80 projected yards
- Trey Sermon: 13 projected yards
- Joe Flacco: 8 projected yards
Vikings Receiving Yards
- Justin Jefferson: 95 projected yards
- Jordan Addison: 51 projected yards
- T.J. Hockenson: 38 projected yards
- Jalen Nailor: 34 projected yards
- Aaron Jones: 23 projected yards
Colts Receiving Yards
- Michael Pittman: 75 projected yards
- Josh Downs: 58 projected yards
- Alec Pierce: 29 projected yards
- Adonai Mitchell: 23 projected yards
- Jonathan Taylor: 16 projected yards
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Minnesota vs Indianapolis match-up.
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Vikings vs Colts: Week 9 Essential Details
The NFL Week 9 match-up between the Vikings and Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to begin at 12:20pm AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts
- Date: Monday 4 November 2024
- Time: 12:20pm AEDT
- Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Minnesota vs Indianapolis predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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