Vikings vs. Seahawks Picks & Best Bets 22nd Dec 2024: NFL Week 16 Prediction, Betting Odds, Player Props & Trends

The Seattle Seahawks will host the Minnesota Vikings in NFL action on Sunday at Lumen Field, beginning at 4:05 p.m. ET.
We've conducted 10,000 simulations of Sunday's NFL matchup using state-of-the-art AI technology to highlight the best Vikings vs. Seahawks bets, player props and predictions.
Using these simulations, we predict that the Vikings will likely beat the Seahawks with a projected final score of 22-20.
To get the maximum value from these predictions, we constantly source the best odds for each market. This ensures that the sportsbooks listed below are currently offering the biggest payouts for the specified plays.
Our Vikings vs. Seahawks Betting Picks & Predictions
Today's Vikings vs. Seahawks picks combine the power of AI, stats and analytics to create NFL picks that are free from the emotional biases often associated with human-made picks.
Vikings vs. Seahawks Game Information
- Game Date: Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
- Game Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
- Location: Lumen Field
- Spread: Vikings -2.5 / Seahawks +2.5
- Moneyline: Vikings -136 / Seahawks +124
- Scoring Total: Over/Under 43.5 Points (-105/-115)
Seahawks +2.5 @ +100 via DraftKings Sportsbook
- According to our simulations, both the Vikings and Seahawks have a 50% chance of covering the spread in this matchup.
- We prefer the Seahawks +2.5 based on DraftKings Sportsbook's more favorable odds of +100.
Total Points Under 43.5 @ -115 via FanDuel Sportsbook
- The over/under for total points scored is set at 43.5 at FanDuel Sportsbook, which offers the best odds for the under at -115.
- Our analysis shows a 52% likelihood that the total will stay under 43.5 points.
Vikings vs. Seahawks Moneyline Odds
The sportsbooks have released the moneyline odds for this matchup, with the Minnesota Vikings at -136 via FanDuel Sportsbook, whilst the Seattle Seahawks are available at +124 with DraftKings Sportsbook.
According to the model, the Vikings are favored to win this game, with our projections assigning them a 59% chance of coming out on top.
Not only are they favored to win, but the Vikings also present the best betting value, with the odds of -136 available at FanDuel Sportsbook for an edge of 1.4%.
Our Player Prop Picks for Vikings vs. Seahawks
Here, we have outlined the projected player stats for the top offensive players on each team. We have then compared these projections to the odds and lines with the sportsbooks to produce NFL player props for Sunday's Vikings vs. Seahawks game.
Minnesota Vikings Prediction
Player | Proj. Rush Yds | TD Prob. |
---|---|---|
Aaron Jones | 71 yds | 49% |
Cam Akers | 20 yds | 17% |
Sam Darnold | 10 yds | 9% |
Player | Proj. Rec Yds | TD Prob. |
---|---|---|
Justin Jefferson | 89 yds | 40% |
Jordan Addison | 66 yds | 37% |
T.J. Hockenson | 48 yds | 27% |
Josh Oliver Over 1.5 Receptions (+155)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Josh Oliver Over 1.5 Receptions | DraftKings Sportsbook | Get Offer | +155 |
- Our top prop bet for the Vikings is for Josh Oliver to record over 1.5 receptions.
- Our analysis projects this prop to have a probability of 60.3%, providing an edge of 21.1% on the +155 odds offered by DraftKings.
Seattle Seahawks Prediction
Player | Proj. Rush Yds | TD Prob. |
---|---|---|
Kenneth Walker | 62 yds | 41% |
Zach Charbonnet | 18 yds | 16% |
Geno Smith | 14 yds | 17% |
Player | Proj. Rec Yds | TD Prob. |
---|---|---|
DK Metcalf | 60 yds | 37% |
Jaxon Smith-Njigba | 54 yds | 35% |
Tyler Lockett | 30 yds | 18% |
Zach Charbonnet Under 27.5 Rushing Yards (-110)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Zach Charbonnet Under 27.5 Rushing Yards | FanDuel Sportsbook | Get Offer | -110 |
- Our best prop bet for the Seahawks is for Zach Charbonnet to record under 27.5 rushing yards.
- According to our analysis, this prop has a probability of 81.6%, providing an edge of 29.2% on the -110 odds offered by FanDuel.
These NFL player props today are based purely on advanced modeling techniques that factor in variables including but not limited to past form and opponent trends, meaning you can trust that there is no bias that comes into play.
Vikings vs. Seahawks Betting Trends
In addition to our NFL prop picks, we have sourced the best Vikings vs. Seahawks trends to enhance your research and betting strategy for this game.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba Over 64.5 Receiving Yards
Jaxon Smith-Njigba has recorded more than 64.5 receiving yards in 5 of his last 5 games (100% success rate). You can bet on him to go over 64.5 receiving yards again at odds of -110 (52% implied probability), available at Bet365.
Kenneth Walker III Over 12.5 Rushing Attempts
Kenneth Walker III has had more than 12.5 rushing attempts in 6 of his last 7 games (86%). You can make a bet that he'll record over 12.5 rushing attempts again at odds of -108 (52%), available at FanDuel.
Cam Akers Over 20.5 Rushing Yards
Cam Akers has had more than 20.5 rushing yards in 6 of his last 7 appearances (86%). You can bet on him to record over 20.5 rushing yards again at odds of -110 (52%), again available at Bet365.
Conclusion
At BettingOdds.com, we're backing Zach Charbonnet of the Seahawks to record Rushing Yards 27.5 rushing yards, with an edge of 29.2% marking this as our top prop bet of the game. Additionally, we are betting on the Seahawks +2.5 to cover.
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