The Minnesota Vikings are drawing inspiration from the Los Angeles Rams' successful Super Bowl run in 2021 as they prepare for their upcoming NFC wild-card playoff game against the Rams. After a disappointing loss that deflated their playoff hopes, Vikings players and coaches are recalling their shared experience of overcoming adversity.

Receiver Brandon Powell highlighted the importance of focusing on the immediate challenge, emphasizing that several team members, including head coach Kevin O’Connell, have been in a similar position before. O’Connell noted that the Rams were once in the same spot after losing their last game of the regular season but managed to regroup and go on to win the championship.