SB Nation Reacts Results: Vikings’ First Loss To Come in Prime Time?

A plurality of Minnesota Vikings fans believe the team's first defeat of the season will arrive in prime time against the Buffalo Bills, according to a recent SB Nation Reacts poll. Following a 5-0 start to the 2026 campaign, 40% of surveyed readers predicted Minnesota would suffer its first loss during the Week 9 Monday Night Football matchup against Buffalo, a game that also features Adrian Peterson's induction into the team's Ring of Honor.

Overall sentiment remains strongly positive, with 79% of respondents expressing that the franchise is trending in the right direction. Among other poll options, 31% predicted a loss against the Detroit Lions, 18% believed the team would reach Mexico City undefeated at 9-0, 7% chose a Week 10 trip to Lambeau Field, and 4% selected the Indianapolis Colts.