Are the Vikings the worst 6-0 team of all time? Where Minnesota stacks up in history
Aaron Schatz ranked the worst 6-0 teams ever by DVOA and point differential. Where do the 2026 Vikings land, and what's next for them?
The Minnesota Vikings are dominating the league with a 6-0 record, but are they really as good as their win-loss record suggests? According to Aaron Schatz's rankings, the Vikings are actually one of the worst 6-0 teams in NFL history, based on DVOA and point differential. This raises some eyebrows, as fans and analysts alike are used to seeing teams with impressive records also boast strong underlying metrics.
The Vikings' placement on this list is a testament to the competitive balance in the NFL, where a team's record doesn't always tell the whole story. In the past, teams with similar profiles have gone on to have varying degrees of success, with some sustaining their winning ways and others experiencing a dramatic downturn. For the Vikings, their upcoming schedule will be crucial in determining whether they can maintain their winning momentum or if their underlying metrics will catch up to them.
So, what's next for the Vikings? The team's ability to adapt and overcome challenges will be put to the test as they face stiffer competition down the line. Keep an eye on their performance against top-tier opponents and how they respond to adversity - it will be telling to see if they can silence critics and prove themselves as legitimate contenders, or if their 6-0 record was just a product of circumstance.
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