With the Minnesota Vikings starting fast out of the gate, the New York Jets could find themselves trailing early on when these two teams meet in London.
I break down how this affects Aaron Rodgers' odds when the Jets quarterback takes the field on Sunday morning. Make sure to also check out our favorite Jets vs. Vikings predictions and Jets vs. Vikings prop picks before placing your wagers!
Aaron Rodgers player prop picks
- Best bet
Rodgers Over 224.5 passing yards
(-115 at BetMGM) - SGP Pick
Aaron Rodgers Over 224.5 passing yards
Over 40.5
Mike Williams Over 27.5 receiving yards
(+280 at BetMGM)
Click on each pick to jump to the full analysis.
Aaron Rodgers prop pick
My best bet
Over 224.5 passing yards (-115 at BetMGM)
My analysis
Despite a strong DVOA against the pass, teams have had to look nowhere else but the secondary against the Minnesota Vikings as they play from behind and try to avoid an equally imposing line.
As a result, we’ve seen the last three quarterbacks who have faced Minnesota pass for 294+ yards, and I expect Aaron Rodgers to fall in line behind them.
The Vikings have shown a reliance on their top corner Stephon Gilmore, but have struggled in defending tight ends and receivers lower on the depth chart. This should work out well for Rodgers and the New York Jets as they look to hit their stride offensively.
Rodgers has eclipsed this number in half of his starts and also grades out as the league’s fifth-best quarterback according to Pro Football Focus, so I’m into where the Jets are expected to trail and should throw often.
Aaron Rodgers same-game parlay
Aaron Rodgers Over 224.5 passing yards
Over 40.5
Mike Williams Over 27.5 receiving yards
While Rodgers should have success through the air, Minnesota should continue to feast offensively against a brutal Jets front seven that's missing C.J. Mosley.
Against the WR2 position, the Vikings rank last in the league with 8.3 targets and 94.3 yards allowed per game — yielding 78 yards on five grabs to Dontayvion Wicks a week ago and 94 yards on 10 catches against Stefon Diggs before that.
That should open the door for Mike Williams, who’s been growing into the Jets offense. The former first-round pick played 58% of the snaps last week, and he owns an average depth of target of 12 yards entering Week 5.
Learn how to bet a same-game parlay with these helpful tips and strategies.
New Users
Up to $1,500 in bonus bet insurance at BetMGM
Make your football plays at BetMGM, which is offering new users up to $1,500 in bonus bets (if your first bet doesn't win)!
Sign up now to join the King of Sportsbooks, or learn more with our comprehensive BetMGM sportsbook review.
Eligible U.S. locations only
Not intended for use in MA.
Affiliate Disclosure: Our team of experts has thoroughly researched and handpicked each product that appears on our website. We may receive compensation if you sign up through our links.
