Minnesota Vikings vs San Francisco 49ers, Week 12 2021
Minnesota Vikings
Away
26
San Francisco 49ers
HomeWon
34
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | 7 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 26 |
| 49ers | 7 | 7 | 20 | 0 | 34 |
MIN 26SF 34 Final
Passing leader
16.5PPR pts
20/32, 238 YDS, 2 TD, 1 INT
Top fantasy scorer
Elijah Mitchell
27.8PPR pts
27 ATT, 133 YDS, 1 TD, 5 REC, 35 REC YDS
Vikings leader
Adam Thielen
23.2PPR pts
5 REC, 62 YDS, 2 TD
Defensive playmaker
1 TD
49ers 34, Vikings 26: San Francisco beats Minnesota
San Francisco broke a 14–14 halftime tie, outscoring Minnesota 20–12 after the break to win 34–26. The 49ers finished with a 423–323 edge in total offense and averaged 6.3 yards per play.
The gap showed up everywhere. The Vikings went 2-for-8 on third down and committed two turnovers, while the 49ers kept the ball for 37:07.
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Key advantages
- +0.1 yards/play SF 6.3 · MIN 6.2
- +1 turnover margin SF 1 · MIN 2 turnovers
- +100 total yards SF 423 · MIN 323
Game Highlights
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Why the 49ers Won
San Francisco won the efficiency, turnover, third-down, and time of possession battles.
| Vikings | Stat | 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| 6.2 | Yards per play | 6.3 |
| 2 | Turnovers | 1 |
| 323 | Total yards | 423 |
| Other team stats | ||
| 52 | Plays | 67 |
| 25% | Third-down conversion | 42% |
| 22:53 | Time of possession | 37:07 |
Scoring Summary
The 49ers scored four touchdowns and two field goals; the Vikings scored four touchdowns.
| Time | Team | Play | MIN | SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st quarter | ||||
| 8:27 | MIN | Kirk Cousins → Adam Thielen, 2-yard TD Takes leadGreg Joseph XP | 7 | 0 |
| 5:31 | SF | Deebo Samuel 20-yard TD run Ties gameRobbie Gould XP | 7 | 7 |
| 2nd quarter | ||||
| 12:42 | MIN | Kirk Cousins → Adam Thielen, 20-yard TD Takes leadGreg Joseph XP | 14 | 7 |
| 0:18 | SF | Jimmy Garoppolo → Jauan Jennings, 3-yard TD Ties gameRobbie Gould XP | 14 | 14 |
| 3rd quarter | ||||
| 11:31 | SF | Deebo Samuel 3-yard TD run Takes leadRobbie Gould XP | 14 | 21 |
| 11:09 | SF | Elijah Mitchell 2-yard TD run Extends leadRobbie Gould XP | 14 | 28 |
| 8:28 | MIN | Alexander Mattison 6-yard TD runXP missed | 20 | 28 |
| 4:58 | SF | Robbie Gould 46-yard FG Extends lead | 20 | 31 |
| 4:46 | MIN | Kene Nwangwu 99-yard kickoff return TD2-pt try failed | 26 | 31 |
| 0:09 | SF | Robbie Gould 22-yard FG Extends lead | 26 | 34 |
| 4th quarter | ||||
| No scoring | ||||
Fantasy Points: Vikings vs 49ers, Week 12 2021
Fantasy leaders
- Elijah Mitchell27.8 PTSRB3
- Adam Thielen23.2 PTSWR3
- Deebo Samuel20.8 PTSWR6
- Kirk Cousins16.5 PTSQB13
Player Stats
Quarterbacks
| Player | FPTS | FIN | CMP/ATT | Pass YDS | TD | INT | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | Rate | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirk Cousins | 16.5 | QB13 | 20/32 | 238 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 93.0 | Start/Sit → |
| Jimmy Garoppolo | 12.2 | QB20 | 17/26 | 230 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 90.2 |
WRs, RBs, & TEs
| Player | FPTS | FIN | POS | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | TGT | REC | Rec YDS | Rec TD | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elijah Mitchell | 27.8 | RB3 | RB | 27 | 133 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 35 | 0 | |
| Adam Thielen | 23.2 | WR3 | WR | — | — | — | 7 | 5 | 62 | 2 | |
| Deebo Samuel | 20.8 | WR6 | WR | 6 | 66 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 12 | 0 | |
| Dalvin Cook | 13.3 | RB18 | RB | 10 | 39 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 64 | 0 | |
| Justin Jefferson | 13.3 | WR25 | WR | — | — | — | 9 | 4 | 83 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Brandon Aiyuk | 12.5 | WR30 | WR | 1 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 91 | 0 | |
| Alexander Mattison | 10.8 | RB23 | RB | 7 | 21 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 0 | |
| Jauan Jennings | 10.4 | WR35 | WR | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 24 | 1 | Start/Sit → |
| Kene Nwangwu | 6.7 | RB40 | RB | 1 | 7 | 0 | — | — | — | — | Start/Sit → |
| Tyler Conklin | 3.5 | TE35 | TE | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 25 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| George Kittle | 2.3 | TE38 | TE | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Charlie Woerner | 2.1 | TE41 | TE | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Jeff Wilson | 1.7 | RB64 | RB | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| K.J. Osborn | 1.5 | WR104 | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Trent Sherfield | 1.5 | WR102 | WR | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Fantasy Usage
Minnesota Vikings
Snap Share
Target Share31 targets
- Justin Jefferson29%, 9 targets
- Adam Thielen23%, 7 targets
- Dalvin Cook23%, 7 targets
- Tyler Conklin10%, 3 targets
- Alexander Mattison10%, 3 targets
- Other6%, 2 targets
Carry Share18 carries
- , 10 carries
- , 7 carries
- , 1 carries
San Francisco 49ers
Snap Share
Target Share24 targets
- Brandon Aiyuk25%, 6 targets
- Elijah Mitchell25%, 6 targets
- Deebo Samuel17%, 4 targets
- Jauan Jennings13%, 3 targets
- George Kittle8%, 2 targets
- Other13%, 3 targets
Carry Share39 carries
- , 27 carries
- , 6 carries
- , 3 carries
- , 2 carries
- , 1 carries
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| Player | SNAPS | SNAP % | TGT | TGT % | CAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Thielen | 53 | 96% | 7 | 23% | 0 |
| George Kittle | 65 | 93% | 2 | 8% | 0 |
| Justin Jefferson | 51 | 93% | 9 | 29% | 0 |
| Brandon Aiyuk | 63 | 90% | 6 | 25% | 1 |
| Tyler Conklin | 44 | 80% | 3 | 10% | 0 |
| Elijah Mitchell | 49 | 70% | 6 | 25% | 27 |
| Deebo Samuel | 46 | 66% | 4 | 17% | 6 |
| K.J. Osborn | 30 | 55% | 2 | 6% | 0 |
| Dalvin Cook | 29 | 53% | 7 | 23% | 10 |
| Alexander Mattison | 22 | 40% | 3 | 10% | 7 |
| Jauan Jennings | 26 | 37% | 3 | 13% | 0 |
| Trent Sherfield | 20 | 29% | 1 | 4% | 0 |
| Charlie Woerner | 19 | 27% | 1 | 4% | 0 |
| Chris Herndon | 8 | 15% | 0 | 0% | 0 |
| Jeff Wilson | 10 | 14% | 1 | 4% | 2 |
| Luke Stocker | 6 | 11% | 0 | 0% | 0 |
| Dede Westbrook | 5 | 9% | 0 | 0% | 0 |
| Ross Dwelley | 5 | 7% | 0 | 0% | 0 |
| Travis Benjamin | 3 | 4% | 0 | 0% | 0 |
| Kene Nwangwu | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0% | 1 |
Fantasy Points vs Expected
Expected points (xFP) are what a player's pass attempts, carries and targets are worth at the league's average rates; the difference is what the player made of them.
- Biggest overperformer+11.4Adam Thielen23.2 PTS vs 11.8 xFP
- Biggest underperformer−3.9Dalvin Cook14.3 PTS vs 18.2 xFP
- Highest expected volume27.4 xFPElijah Mitchell27.8 PTS scored
| Player | PTS | xFP | vs xFP | Snap% | Usage | Rte% | Pass att | Car | Car% | Tgt | Tgt% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elijah MitchellSF · RB | 27.8 | 27.4 | +0.4 | 70% | 69% car | — | 0 | 27 | 69% | 6 | 23% |
| Dalvin CookMIN · RB | 14.3 | 18.2 | −3.9 | 53% | 56% car | — | 0 | 10 | 56% | 7 | 22% |
| Justin JeffersonMIN · WR | 13.3 | 15.6 | −2.3 | 93% | 28% tgt | — | 1 | 0 | 0% | 9 | 28% |
| Kirk CousinsMIN · QB | 16.5 | 14.1 | +2.4 | 100% | 32 att | — | 32 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0% |
| Jimmy GaroppoloSF · QB | 12.2 | 13.4 | −1.2 | 100% | 26 att | — | 26 | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0% |
| Adam ThielenMIN · WR | 23.2 | 11.8 | +11.4 | 96% | 22% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 7 | 22% |
| Brandon AiyukSF · WR | 12.5 | 10.7 | +1.8 | 90% | 23% tgt | — | 0 | 1 | 3% | 6 | 23% |
| Deebo Samuel Sr.SF · WR | 20.8 | 10.6 | +10.2 | 66% | 15% tgt | — | 0 | 6 | 15% | 4 | 15% |
| Alexander MattisonMIN · RB | 10.8 | 9.5 | +1.3 | 40% | 39% car | — | 0 | 7 | 39% | 3 | 9% |
| Jauan JenningsSF · WR | 10.4 | 5.1 | +5.3 | 37% | 12% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 12% |
| Tyler ConklinMIN · TE | 4.5 | 5.1 | −0.6 | 80% | 9% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 9% |
| George KittleSF · TE | 2.3 | 3.4 | −1.1 | 93% | 8% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 8% |
| K.J. OsbornMIN · WR | 1.5 | 3.4 | −1.9 | 55% | 6% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 6% |
| Kyle JuszczykSF · RB | 5.7 | 3.4 | +2.3 | — | 8% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 8% |
| Jeff Wilson Jr.SF · RB | 1.7 | 3.0 | −1.3 | 14% | 5% car | — | 0 | 2 | 5% | 1 | 4% |
| C.J. HamMIN · RB | 2.6 | 1.7 | +0.9 | — | 3% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 3% |
| Charlie WoernerSF · TE | 2.1 | 1.7 | +0.4 | 27% | 4% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 4% |
| Trent SherfieldSF · WR | 1.5 | 1.7 | −0.2 | 29% | 4% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 4% |
| Kene NwangwuMIN · RB | 0.7 | 0.6 | +0.1 | 4% | 6% car | — | 0 | 1 | 6% | 0 | 0% |
Team totals: Vikings 32 targets and 18 carries; 49ers 26 targets and 39 carries. Shares are from the box score. Snap counts are from the weekly player logs (Sleeper), and include plays wiped out by penalties. Route counts, air yards and red-zone touches appear when the tracking feed is connected. League-average rates from the 2021 season: 1.68 PPR points per target (67% catch rate), 0.64 per carry and 0.44 per pass attempt. They don't adjust for field position or target depth.
Fantasy Verdicts
Kirk Cousins
20 of 32 passing for 238 yards, 2 touchdowns, 1 interception.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 14.1 expected.
Jimmy Garoppolo
17 of 26 passing for 230 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception; 3 carries for 0 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 13.4 expected.
Fewest points since Week 7.
Dalvin Cook
7 targets (22% of the team's), 6 catches for 64 yards; 10 carries (56% of the team's) for 39 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 18.2 expected.
Fewest points since Week 8.
Justin Jefferson
1 of 1 passing for 24 yards; 9 targets (28% of the team's), 4 catches for 83 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 15.6 expected.
Fewest points since Week 8.
Elijah Mitchell Strong role
6 targets (23% of the team's), 5 catches for 35 yards; 27 carries (69% of the team's) for 133 yards and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 27.4 expected.
Season high in targets (6). Best fantasy game of the season.
Brandon Aiyuk
6 targets (23% of the team's), 3 catches for 91 yards; 1 carry (3% of the team's) for 4 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 10.7 expected.
Adam Thielen Ran hot
7 targets (22% of the team's), 5 catches for 62 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 11.8 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat.
Best score since Week 6. A touchdown in 5 of the last 8 games.
Deebo Samuel Sr. Ran hot
4 targets (15% of the team's), 1 catch for 12 yards; 6 carries (15% of the team's) for 66 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 10.6 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat.
A touchdown in 6 of the last 8 games.
Stock Up, Stock Down
Minnesota Vikings
- Stock down: Dalvin Cook played 53% of the snaps, down from a 73% season average.
San Francisco 49ers
- Stock up: Jauan Jennings played 37% of the snaps, up from a 18% season average.
- Stock down: Deebo Samuel Sr. played 66% of the snaps, down from a 83% season average.
- Stock down: Jeff Wilson Jr. played 14% of the snaps, down from a 45% season average.
Fantasy Matchups
Fantasy points allowed per game by position, 2021 through Week 18.
| Points allowed to | Vikings D | 49ers D |
|---|---|---|
| QBs | 18.5 | 17.7 |
| RBs | 24.5 | 20.9 |
| WRs | 40.5 | 35.4 |
| TEs | 10.4 | 9.1 |
Regular season, summed from each game's box score and scored with this page's rules.
How the Game Swung
San Francisco opened at 62% win probability and passed 98% in the fourth quarter on the way to the win.
49ers win probability
Key Swings
- −22Cousins → Thielen, 2-yd TD61% → 39%Q1 8:27
- +22Samuel 20-yd TD run38% → 61%Q1 5:31
- −24Cousins → Thielen, 20-yd TD60% → 36%Q2 12:42
- +28Garoppolo → Jennings, 3-yd TD30% → 58%Q2 0:18
- +26Samuel 3-yd TD run58% → 84%Q3 11:31
Swing in 49ers win probability, in points
Play Calling and Possessions
| Minnesota Vikings | Measure | San Francisco 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| 52 | Plays | 67 |
| 65% | Pass rate | 42% |
| 7.5 | Yds / dropback | 7.7 |
| 3.7 | Yds / carry | 5.3 |
| 2/8 | Third downs | 5/12 |
Efficiency edge San Francisco ran 15 more plays and gained 1.6 more yards per carry.
- Top targets
- MIN Jefferson 28% · Thielen 22% · Cook 22%
- SF Aiyuk 23% · Mitchell 23% · Samuel 15%
Possession Results
| Result | MIN | SF |
|---|---|---|
| Touchdowns | 4 | 4 |
| Field goals | 0 | 2 |
| Punts | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers on downs | 2 | 0 |
| Missed field goals | 0 | 1 |
SF turnover edge: +1
- The Vikings opened the scoring on their second possession, a 8-play, 49-yard drive that ended in a touchdown.
All 24 possessions, drive by drive
| Team | Start | Plays | Yards | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | Q1 15:00 | 3 | 4 | 0:50 | Punt |
| SF | Q1 14:10 | 6 | 23 | 2:10 | Interception |
| MIN | Q1 12:00 | 8 | 49 | 3:33 | Touchdown |
| SF | Q1 8:27 | 6 | 75 | 2:56 | Touchdown |
| MIN | Q1 5:31 | 3 | 8 | 2:16 | Punt |
| SF | Q1 3:15 | 4 | 4 | 2:43 | Punt |
| MIN | Q1 0:32 | 6 | 80 | 2:50 | Touchdown |
| SF | Q2 12:42 | 3 | 7 | 1:32 | Punt |
| MIN | Q2 11:10 | 5 | 11 | 2:32 | Punt |
| SF | Q2 8:38 | 15 | 85 | 8:20 | Touchdown |
| MIN | Q2 0:18 | 2 | 14 | 0:18 | End of half |
| SF | Q3 15:00 | 6 | 75 | 3:29 | Touchdown |
| MIN | Q3 11:31 | 1 | 0 | 0:18 | Interception |
| SF | Q3 11:13 | 1 | 2 | 0:04 | Touchdown |
| MIN | Q3 11:09 | 5 | 75 | 2:41 | Touchdown |
| SF | Q3 8:28 | 7 | 47 | 3:30 | Field goal |
| MIN | Q3 4:58 | 0 | 0 | 0:12 | Touchdown |
| SF | Q3 4:46 | 4 | 8 | 3:09 | Punt |
| MIN | Q3 1:37 | 1 | -8 | 0:07 | Fumble |
| SF | Q3 1:30 | 4 | 5 | 1:21 | Field goal |
| MIN | Q3 0:09 | 12 | 72 | 6:05 | Downs |
| SF | Q4 9:04 | 12 | 72 | 7:08 | Missed FG |
| MIN | Q4 1:56 | 6 | 30 | 1:11 | Downs |
| SF | Q4 0:45 | 2 | -2 | 0:45 | End of game |
About these numbers
Possessions that ended with the clock running out at the half or the end of the game aren't counted.
Personnel groupings, average depth of target and pass rate over expected appear when the tracking feed is connected.
Vikings vs 49ers Head-to-Head
The Vikings and 49ers first met in 1961 and have played 51 times since.
- All-time series
- 25–25–1Series tied, 51 meetings since 1961
- Postseason
- 5–1Split 5–1
- Largest Vikings win
- 45–141963
- Largest 49ers win
- 51–71984
Since 2021
2–1 Vikings lead
3 meetings since the 2021 season, regular season and playoffs.
Oldest to newest. V = Vikings win, 4 = 49ers win, outlined = this game.
2026 Meetings
- Week 11 Vikings vs 49ers Upcoming
Recent Meetings
- 2024 Wk 2 49ers at Vikings, 2024 Wk 2 recap MIN 23 SF 17 MIN W
- 2023 Wk 7 49ers at Vikings, 2023 Wk 7 recap MIN 22 SF 17 MIN W
- 2021 Wk 12 Vikings at 49ers SF 34 MIN 26 SF W
Season to Date (Through Week 18)
The 2021 regular season, from each game's box score.
| Vikings | Stat | 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| 8-9 | Record | 10-7 |
| 25.0 | Points per game | 25.1 |
| 362.8 | Yards per game | 375.7 |
| 5.7 | Yards per play | 6.1 |
| 25.1 | Points allowed per game | 21.5 |
| 383.6 | Yards allowed per game | 310.0 |
Vikings vs 49ers Odds and Results
How this game finished against the betting lines.
- Spread
- SF −449ers covered by 4
- Total
- 49Over: 60 points scored (by 11)
Expected vs Actual Scoring
| Team | Implied | Actual | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49ers | 26.5 | 34 | +7.5 |
| Vikings | 22.5 | 26 | +3.5 |
Both offenses beat the market's expectation, and the Fantasy tab shows who cashed in.
Betting Trends
Each team's 2021 season through this game. Over/under is overs first.
Minnesota Vikings
- Against the spread
- 6–5
- Over/under
- 6–5
- ATS as favorite
- 1–3
- ATS as underdog
- 5–2
- ATS on the road
- 4–2
San Francisco 49ers
- Against the spread
- 5–6
- Over/under
- 6–5
- ATS as favorite
- 4–5
- ATS as underdog
- 1–1
- ATS at home
- 2–4
Lines: ESPN's consensus, captured at kickoff. Individual sportsbooks varied.
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Vikings vs 49ers Fantasy Outlook for 2026
One meeting is left on the 2026 schedule: Week 11 in Mexico City. Here's how to decide who to play in your league.
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- Fantasy Points Allowed by PositionHow the Vikings and 49ers defenses have treated QBs, RBs, WRs and TEs.
- Strength of ScheduleWhere this matchup falls in each team's fantasy playoff run.
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Vikings vs 49ers Game FAQ
Who won the 2021 Vikings vs 49ers Week 12 game?
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Minnesota Vikings 34–26 in Week 12 of the 2021 season. The game was played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, on November 28, 2021. See the 49ers' 2021 schedule.
What was the final score of Vikings vs 49ers?
The final score was 49ers 34, Vikings 26. The teams were tied 14–14 at halftime, and the second half went Vikings 12, 49ers 20.
What happened in the Vikings vs 49ers game?
San Francisco broke a 14–14 halftime tie, outscoring Minnesota 20–12 after the break to win 34–26. The 49ers finished with a 423–323 edge in total offense and averaged 6.3 yards per play. Elijah Mitchell led all players with 5 catches for 35 yards, plus 27 carries for 133 rushing yards and a touchdown. The Vikings committed 2 turnovers, the 49ers 1.
Who scored the most fantasy points in Vikings vs 49ers?
Elijah Mitchell led the game with 27.8 PPR fantasy points, the RB3 of Week 12, on 5 catches for 35 yards, plus 27 carries for 133 rushing yards and a touchdown. Adam Thielen was next with 23.2 (WR3).
Who led Vikings vs 49ers in passing, rushing and receiving?
Kirk Cousins (MIN) led all passers with 20 of 32 for 238 yards, 2 touchdowns and an interception. Elijah Mitchell (SF) led in rushing with 27 carries for 133 yards and a touchdown. Brandon Aiyuk (SF) led in receiving with 3 catches for 91 yards.
How many fantasy points did Elijah Mitchell score against the Vikings?
Elijah Mitchell scored 27.8 points in PPR leagues, 25.3 in half-PPR and 22.8 in standard scoring against the Vikings in Week 12 of the 2021 season, on 5 catches for 35 yards, plus 27 carries for 133 rushing yards and a touchdown. He drew 23% of his team's targets.
Who outperformed and underperformed expected fantasy points in Vikings vs 49ers?
Adam Thielen outperformed his expected fantasy points the most, scoring 23.2 PPR points on 11.8 xFP (+11.4). Dalvin Cook fell furthest short, with 14.3 points on 18.2 xFP (−3.9). A gap either way reflects efficiency and touchdowns in one game; it is not a forecast. For matchups ahead, see fantasy points allowed by position.
How did the 49ers beat the Vikings?
The 49ers beat the Vikings 34–26 because they averaged 6.3 yards per play to 6.2, won the turnover battle 2–1, and outgained them 423–323.
Which team won the turnover battle in Vikings vs 49ers?
The 49ers won the turnover battle 2–1: the Vikings gave the ball away 2 times and the 49ers 1 time. The 49ers won the game.
What is the all-time Vikings vs 49ers record?
The all-time series is tied 25–25–1 across 51 meetings since 1961, and the 49ers are 5–1 in the postseason.
When did the Vikings and 49ers last play before this game?
Before Week 12 of 2021, they last met in the 2019 playoffs on January 11, 2020, when the 49ers beat the Vikings 27–10.
Have the Vikings and 49ers met in the playoffs?
Yes, 6 times, most recently in the 2019 playoffs. The Vikings are 1–5 against the 49ers in the postseason.
What was the closing spread for Vikings vs 49ers?
The consensus closing spread at kickoff was 49ers −4, making the San Francisco 49ers 4-point favorites, with a closing total of 49. That implied about 26.5 points for the 49ers and 22.5 for the Vikings.
Did Vikings vs 49ers go over or under the total?
The game went over. The consensus closing total was 49, and the teams combined for 60 points, 11 over the number.
Who covered the spread in Vikings vs 49ers?
The 49ers covered by 4 against the closing line of 49ers −4. The final margin was 8 points.