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Jack White

The case for the Vikings to rest starters in Week 17

The Vikings have played their way out of a postseason spot, but there is still a game left to be played.

Minnesota, which has already clinched third place in the NFC North, will travel to Detroit to play the Lions, a team that has already clinched last in the NFC North. For the two teams, there is not a lot to play for in the season’s final game.

That’s exactly why the Vikings should rest their starters. The team has had plenty of ups and downs and now it’s time to move on from this year. I’ll make the case with the following points:

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