Through 3 QuartersThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers were expected to win this one, and so far that's exactly how it's playing out. They have emerged as the frontrunner after three quarters and are ahead of the Minnesota Vikings 23-14. Tampa Bay has been riding high on the performance of QB , who has pa sed for two TDs and 180 yards on 20 attempts. Minnesota has been led by RB , who so far has rushed for one TD and 87 yards on Janoris Jenkins Jersey 19 carries. the Vikings have lost 86% of the time when they were down heading into the fourth quarter this season, so this one seems just about wrapped upWho's PlayingMinnesota Will Hernandez Jersey @ Tampa BayCurrent Records: Minnesota 6-6; Tampa Bay 7-5What to KnowThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers watched the action from their couches last weekend, but are set to take to the field. Their homestand continues as they prepare to take on the Minnesota Vikings at 1 p.m. ET Dec. 13 at Raymond James Stadium. With a combined 837 yards of offense in their previous games, we can expect a fast-paced contest. It was close but no cigar for the Buccaneers as they fell 27-24 to the Kansas City Chiefs two weeks ago Kevin Zeitler Jersey . Tampa Bay's lo s shouldn't obscure the performances of RB , who snatched one receiving TD, and WR , who snatched two receiving TDs. Speaking of close games: it may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Minnesota ultimately got the result they were hoping for last week with a 27-24 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The overall outcome was to be expected, but Jacksonville made it more of Phil Simms Jersey a matchup than the oddsmakers had predicted. Minnesota got their win on the backs of several key players, and it was WR out in front catching nine pa ses for one TD and 121 yards. Minnesota's defense was a presence as well, as it collected two interceptions and two fumbles. The picks came courtesy of FS and CB . The Buccaneers are now 7-5 while the Vikings sit at 6-6. Two defensive stats to keep an eye on: Tampa Bay enters the game with only 74.2 rushing yards allowed per game on average, which is the best in the . As for Minnesota, they rank second in the league when it comes to rushing Julian Love Jersey touchdowns allowed, with only seven on the season. Looks like the running backs might have a tough go of it. How To WatchWhen:Sunday at 1 p.m. ETWhere:Raymond James Stadium--Tampa,FloridaTV:FOXOnline streaming: (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)Follow:Ticket Cost:$110.00OddsThe Buccaneers are a solid 7-point favorite against the Vikings, according to the latest .The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for Sterling Shepard Jersey this one, as the game opened with the Buccaneers as a 6.5-point favorite.Over/Under: -108See for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. . Series HistoryMinnesota won the only game these two teams have played in the last six years.Sep 24, 2017 - Minnesota 34 vs. Tampa Bay 17Top Projected Fantasy PlayersDalvin Cook: 15.6 pointsRonald Jones: 11.8 pointsTom Brady: 22.86 points