Bills face Vikings in matchup of 6-1 NFC teams tonight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings, both 6-1, will meet tonight at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Bills are ranked first in scoring, averaging 33.3 points per game, while the Vikings possess the league's top-ranked defense, allowing only 13.3 points per game. This game marks a significant test for both teams, with the Bills looking to exploit a struggling Vikings offense that ranks near the bottom in several categories. The Vikings aim to leverage their strong pass rush against quarterback Josh Allen, who has demonstrated his ability to evade pressure. ESPN has positioned this as a marquee matchup.
- •Bills aim to maintain their top scoring position against elite Vikings defense.
- •Vikings defense leads in points allowed, sack percentage, and QB pressure rate.
- •Key players include Josh Allen for the Bills and Justin Jefferson for the Vikings.
- •Game takes place at U.S. Bank Stadium, providing a home-field advantage for Minnesota.
- •Both teams feature struggling offenses, with Bills ranked 24th and Vikings 27th in scoring.
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — Bills to face a Vikings defense unlike any they have seen this season
"In a battle of two 6-1 teams, ESPN is a big winner as it gets Bills vs. Vikings on Monday night. Here's a look ahead to the NFL game of the week.
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