The Minnesota Vikings (8-8 in 2016) open the 2017 preseason slate at the Buffalo Bills (7-9 in 2016) on Thursday, August 10. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. CT at New Era Stadium. The Vikings have earned an 12-1 (.923) preseason mark under Head Coach Mike Zimmer, who has led the club to 2 undefeated preseasons in his 3 seasons at the helm. Prior to dropping the 2015 preseason finale to Tennessee, 24-17, the Vikings boasted a perfect 8-0 preseason mark under Zimmer. The Vikings top draft pick, RB Dalvin Cook, who was selected with the 41st pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, is slated to make his NFL debut against Buffalo on his 22nd birthday.