Despite both making the playoffs a season ago, the Vikings and Packers have looked like polar opposites this year.
Green Bay was atop the division heading into the Week 8 matchup, while Minnesota was in dead last. From the pass defense to the play at quarterback, the Vikings have had plenty of disappointments to end up where they are in the division.
There have been some bright spots, though: Running back Dalvin Cook, for instance.
Cook has been a shining light in an inconsistent season for the Vikings. He continued to thrive for Minnesota on Sunday, helping the team pull off an upset.
When the season seemed like it was pretty much decided for Minnesota, Cook gave the Vikings a glimmer of hope.
