The public often underestimates the Minnesota Vikings in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as after a win, the Minnesota Vikings hold a record of 30-20-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +14.6% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $7 over this period.

✅ Profitable
Record30-20-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size50 games
ROI+14.6%
Units Won+7.3u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20142-1-00.0%+27.3%
20152-4-00.0%-36.4%
20163-2-00.0%+14.6%
20176-1-00.0%+63.6%
20181-2-00.0%-36.4%
20190-2-00.0%-100.0%
20200-2-00.0%-100.0%
20213-2-00.0%+14.6%
20225-1-00.0%+59.1%
20236-1-00.0%+63.6%
20242-2-00.0%-4.5%

Why This Trend Exists

The Vikings' strong performance after wins stems from their organizational culture of sustained momentum and complementary football. Under Mike Zimmer's defensive-minded approach, Minnesota built an identity around controlling games through field position and time of possession, making them particularly dangerous when entering with confidence from a recent victory. This defensive foundation creates a snowball effect where early leads become increasingly difficult to overcome. Minnesota's offensive philosophy also plays a crucial role in this trend. The Vikings have consistently featured methodical, possession-based attacks that wear down opponents over four quarters. When coming off wins, their offensive line and running game typically establish rhythm early, allowing play-action concepts to flourish. This systematic approach means they rarely experience the dramatic swings that plague more explosive, high-variance offenses. The psychological component cannot be overlooked either. Minnesota has historically been a team that feeds off positive momentum, with veteran leadership groups that understand how to maintain focus and preparation standards regardless of external expectations. Their home crowd at U.S. Bank Stadium amplifies this effect significantly. This trend carries the most weight when the Vikings are playing divisional opponents or in primetime slots, where their methodical approach and defensive discipline create the perfect storm for covering spreads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minnesota Vikings's ATS record as after a win?

The Minnesota Vikings have gone 30-20-0 against the spread (ATS) when playing after a win from 2014-2024. This represents a 60% ATS success rate over 50 games in this situation.

Is betting on the Minnesota Vikings as after a win profitable?

Yes, betting on the Minnesota Vikings after a win has been profitable with a 14.6% return on investment (ROI). Their 30-20 ATS record in this situation shows consistent value for bettors.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Vikings' 60% ATS win rate after victories significantly outperforms the typical league average of around 50%. Their 14.6% ROI indicates strong profitability compared to the break-even point for most betting situations.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.