Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/21

This article was published on Dec 17, 2025. Today’s picks NFL picks

NFL Game preview

The Minnesota Vikings will travel to face the New York Giants in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season. The game will take place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. Fans can catch the action on FOX at 1:00 PM on Sunday, December 21.

Weather conditions are expected to be very cold with overcast clouds and a light breeze. The Vikings hold a 6-8 record, while the Giants are at 2-12. The Vikings are slightly favored with a moneyline of -152 and a spread of -3.0 points.

Minnesota Vikings Team Preview

The Minnesota Vikings had a strong performance in their recent game against the Dallas Cowboys. They won 34-26 with J.J. McCarthy throwing for 250 yards and two touchdowns. Jalen Nailor and Jordan Addison contributed with key receptions, helping the team secure the win.

In their previous outing, the Vikings dominated the Washington Commanders with a 31-0 victory. J.J. McCarthy was again effective, throwing for 163 yards and three touchdowns. The defense was strong too, limiting the Commanders to just 99 passing yards and intercepting two passes.

The Vikings have struggled with injuries this season. Key players like Carson Wentz and Jeff Okudah are out, impacting the team’s depth. Despite these challenges, the Vikings have managed to maintain a competitive edge in recent games.

Vikings vs Giants Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Minnesota Vikings vs. New York Giants
  • Venue: MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ USA — Outdoor Field
  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Vikings Moneyline -152, Giants Moneyline +128, Vikings Spread -3.0 (-106), Giants Spread +3.0 (-115), Total Over 43.5 (-112), Total Under 43.5 (-109)

New York Giants Team Preview

The New York Giants are looking to improve after several recent losses. In their Week 15 game against the Washington Commanders, the Giants lost 29-21. Despite this, they had more first downs and passing yards, showing some strengths in their offense.

Quarterback Jaxson Dart has been a key player for the Giants this season. He ranks first on the team in passing yards and touchdowns. His performance will be crucial as the Giants aim to turn their season around.

The Giants face challenges with many players on the injury list. Key players like Graham Gano and Cam Skattebo are out for the season. The team will need others to step up in their absence for upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Vikings are favored by 3 points against the Giants. With a strong offense ranked 9th in scoring and a defense allowing only 332 points, the Vikings have the upper hand. The Giants, with an offense ranked 29th in scoring, may struggle to keep up. The recommendation is to take the Vikings to cover the -3 spread. The projected score is Vikings 27, Giants 17.

The total for the game is set at 43.5 points. The Vikings’ defense ranks 5th in points allowed, while the Giants’ offense ranks low in scoring. This suggests a lower-scoring game. The recommendation is to take the under 43.5. The projected total points are 44, which is close to the line, but the defensive stats favor the under.