Instead, the two teams face off in Week 13. The Vikings hope to keep their slim lead over the Packers in the NFC North, while the Seahawks teeter precariously on the edge of a playoff berth, period, having long lost sight of the Cardinals atop the NFC West standings. The game features two seemingly lopsided position-battles that could play closer than fans might guess. Russell Wilson will look to outduel Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, while an abdomen injury to Marshawn Lynch means the more raw, but promising Thomas Rawls will try to match Adrian Peterson’s output.

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What time is the Seahawks vs. Vikings game?

The Seahawks-Vikings game will kick off at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday.

What channel is the Seahawks vs. Vikings game on?

Fox (in select markets) will broadcast the Seahawks vs. Vikings game.

Who is on the Seahawks injury report?

Marshawn Lynch, running back — Abdomen injury — OutWill Tukuafu, fullback — Concussion — QuestionablePaul Richardson, wide receiver — Hamstring injury — OutMarcus Burley, cornerback — Ankle injury — QuestionableDemarcus Dobbs, defensive end — Concussion — OutJordan Hill , defensive tackle — Toe injury — OutPatrick Lewis, center — Knee injury — ProbableEarl Thomas, free safety — Hip injury — ProbableJeremy Lane, cornerback — Knee injury — ProbableMichael Bennett, defensive end — Undisclosed reason — Probable

Who is on the Vikings injury report?

Linval Joseph, defensive tackle — Foot injury — OutAndrew Sendejo, safety — Knee injury — OutHarrison Smith, safety — Knee injury — QuestionableAnthony Barr, linebacker — Hand/Groin injury — QuestionableRobert Blanton, safety — Ankle injury — ProbableTrae Waynes, cornerback — Ankle injury — Probable

Who will win the Seahawks vs. Vikings game?

Our David Steele sees the Seahawks winning a close one. Here’s why.

Vinnie Iyer also goes with Seattle. Because at one position, he sees, they have the upper hand.