Detroit currently holds the division lead due to a head-to-head divisional tiebreaker over Minnesota, but that could still change drastically. The Vikings have an opportunity to seize the top spot in the division — and in the conference — with wins over the final two games of the season.

As the Vikings prepare for a big game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon at U.S. Bank Stadium, veteran quarterback Sam Darnold continues to play the position at an extremely high level.

There is an acceptance that Minnesota can keep Darnold and McCarthy together beyond this season. I think that’s an expectation if the Vikings have a strong showing in the playoffs.

The Minnesota Vikings are getting NFC North momentum as they are coming off their most impressive win of the year. They fen