Vikings-Cardinals Week 13 score predictions from the Vikings On SI staff

After a successful three-game road trip, the 9-2 Vikings are back at U.S. Bank Stadium this weekend, where they'll look to stretch their winning streak to five and keep pace with the other top teams in the NFC North. Standing in their way are the 6-5 Cardinals, who saw a four-game win streak snapped last week in a loss to the Seahawks.

The Vikings' task won't be easy on Sunday against an Arizona team that ranks 11th in DVOA. The Cardinals have a dangerous offense that features Kyler Murray, James Conner, Trey McBride, and Marvin Harrison Jr., plus a solid defense led by star safety Budda Baker. The Vikings need another strong performance from Sam Darnold and an aggressive defensive effort centered around slowing down Conner and keeping Murray contained.

Will the Vikings get it done and secure their tenth win? Our staff writers have made their score predictions:

Will Ragatz: Vikings 29, Cardinals 24

The Cardinals certainly have the pieces to give the Vikings' defense some issues. Murray has been playing at a high level this season, and although Harrison has been inconsistent as a rookie, he'll be a tough matchup for Stephon Gilmore and Minnesota's other corners. McBride going against Blake Cashman over the middle of the field will be another fun battle. But while Arizona should put up some points, I think Darnold and the Vikings' weapons will be able to move the ball without too much difficulty against the Cardinals' defense. The raucous home crowd at U.S. Bank Stadium will make a difference in what projects as a close game.