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Minnesota Vikings Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Vikings allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

8.3
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
81
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Vikings

Players who have historically scored most against the Minnesota Vikings defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Jahmyr Gibbs
DET
23
avg pts vs Vikings (5 games)
#2 Target
Bijan Robinson
ATL
20
avg pts vs Vikings (2 games)
#3 Target
Jonathan Taylor
IND
14
avg pts vs Vikings (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Minnesota Vikings (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk8 Jahmyr Gibbs
DET
24.8
S2026 Wk8 Sione Vaki
DET
8
S2026 Wk7 Seth McGowan
IND
5.8
S2026 Wk7 Jonathan Taylor
IND
19
S2026 Wk5 Alvin Kamara
NO
2.6
S2026 Wk5 CJ Donaldson
NO
3
S2026 Wk5 Kendre Miller
NO
9
S2026 Wk4 Ollie Gordon
MIA
18
S2026 Wk3 Kenny Gainwell
TB
3
S2026 Wk3 Bucky Irving
TB
7.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Minnesota Vikings defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Minnesota Vikings allow an average of 8.3 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (81 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Minnesota Vikings?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Minnesota Vikings: Jahmyr Gibbs (23 avg pts in 5 games), Bijan Robinson (20 avg pts in 2 games), Jonathan Taylor (14 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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