Vikes face tough trip to Lambeau

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Tuesday, November 15, 2005

Why To Watch
The matchup leaves much to be desired, but Monday Night Football at Lambeau Field is always special. The Packers are all but eliminated from the playoffs, but that has not stopped QB Brett Favre and his injury-riddled supporting cast from showing up every week with intensity. Despite QB Daunte Culpepper's season-ending injury and a host of off-the-field distractions, the Vikings are only two games out of first place in the NFC North, following last week's impressive road victory over the Giants.

Veteran QB Brad Johnson will look for his third consecutive win as the Vikings starter on Monday night, but he will need help from his supporting cast. Minnesota became the first team ever to return a punt, kickoff and interception for touchdowns in one game last week. One thing is for certain; it will take a complete effort for the Vikings to make it three-straight in what could be Favre's last M.N.F. appearance at Lambeau.

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