The Minnesota Vikings enter their bye week at 5-0, yet the undefeated record has not quieted doubts about whether the team is a true Super Bowl contender.
Despite entering their bye week 5-0, the Minnesota Vikings face questions about their status as true Super Bowl contenders due to an underwhelming offense. ESPN analyst Kyle Brandt expressed skepticism over quarterback Kyler Murray's ability to win playoff games if coordinator Brian Flores' league-leading defense struggles.
Murray is playing on a one-year deal with a no-franchise-tag provision after Minnesota traded J.J. McCarthy. While Minnesota's defense has allowed an NFL-low 12.8 points per game, the offense ranks 21st in scoring heading into an upcoming October 25 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts.
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