New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings odds, expert picks, how to watch: Can Aaron Rodgers win in London?

Well, so much for expectations. Despite being favored by more than a touchdown at home against Denver, the Jets turned in one of the year’s most anemic performances in a 10-9 loss. Their reward is a trip to London to face the undefeated Vikings, who, improbably, are the league’s most complete team through four weeks. Unsurprisingly, New York is not favored in this matchup.

While the Jets offense looked like they all met just before kickoff Sunday, the Vikings have been in sync since the opening game. Sam Darnold leads the NFL in passing touchdowns by a comfortable margin (he’s the only one in double digits), Justin Jefferson has the most touchdowns and is fifth in yards, and running back Aaron Jones has 464 all-purpose yards, which is sixth in the league. Number two wideout Jordan Addison came back from injury completely in rhythm, sliding back into action with 72 yards and a touchdown against Green Bay.

That’s to say nothing of their defense, which has all but eliminated opposing rushing attacks. But this is the NFL abroad, and London games are never predictable. Prior to Week 4’s debacle, New York’s passing attack seemed to be finding its footing. If Aaron Rodgers can restart that momentum, the Vikings are vulnerable through the air. Breece Hall and Braelon Allen will likely have an unpleasant day on the ground, but if the Jets use their receiving abilities to accent the wideouts, they could stress the weak spot of the Minnesota defense enough to create some cracks.

The Vikings have every advantage on paper, but the narrow spread shows just how variable overseas games are. Unfortunately for Londoners in attendance, the safest bet on the board is the under.

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New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings odds

How to watch Jets vs. Vikings

• Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium — London
• Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
• TV: NFL Network
• Streaming: Fubo (try for free)

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