VIKINGS AT BILLS
The Minnesota Vikings conclude the 2019 preseason schedule at the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, August 29. Kickoff is slated for 6 p.m. CT at New Era Field.
The Vikings have earned a 20-4 (.833) preseason mark under Head Coach Mike Zimmer, who has led the club to two undefeated preseasons in his six years at the helm. Minnesota has won three or more preseason games 35 times, going undefeated in eight preseasons (1964-65, 1973, 1992, 1998, 2001, 2014 and 2016).
The Vikings’ defense did not give up an offensive touchdown for the second straight game on August 24, holding the Cardinals to three field goals.
Minnesota and the Bills are meeting for the 13th time overall in the preseason on Thursday. The Vikings hold an 8-4 advantage in the series and won the last matchup between the teams on August 10, 2017, downing Buffalo, 17-10, at New Era Field. The Vikings have played Buffalo two other times to close the preseason, winning both games (1977-78).
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