The Los Angeles Rams are one of the hottest teams to enter the playoffs. Still, they are getting disrespected heading into their first playoff game. The Rams have played well leading into the playoffs.

The Rams and Vikings met seven times in the playoffs previously; the Vikings lead the postseason series 5-2. They haven't faced each other in the playoffs since January 16, 2000, a 49-37 Rams victory in the divisional round. Minnesota finished 14-3 and second in the NFC North.