Vikings, 49ers head into meeting on upswings in NFC

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It’s a game that could play a key part in determining a wild-card spot. San Francisco has run the ball at least 40 times the past two games, gotten strong defensive play, and efficient performances from quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. “Justin is a young second-year player, but he acts and plays like he’s been here forever.”
DEFENDING DEEBO
The Vikings are awfully thin up front right now.
“He’s an electric player,” said Vikings defensive end D.J. Wonnum, who played with Samuel at South Carolina.
