Take a look at what the Vikings players and coaches had to say about the Week 14 matchup.
On WR Davante Adams:
"It's always fun to see him on and off the field honestly. He's a fantastic player. I always watched him growing up and seeing him in Green Bay. I always watched his releases, his route running. I've been a fan of Davante ever since I could run routes. So, it's been a pleasure really to follow behind him, to really learn from him, to see the good things he does every single week even though he's getting doubled and tripled just like I am. It's always cool to talk to him and chop it up with him, but he's definitely one of the best in the game." - Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson
"Obviously, he's one of the best receivers in the league. He's fast, great route runner, great hands, combat catcher, run after – he's really for the entire package. They get him the ball in a myriad of ways, when he's doubled or there's a lot of attention paid to him. ... Specific to Davante, one-on-one, it's a tough matchup for anyone in the league. We'll have to pay close attention to him." - Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores
"He's a complete player. He can win every which way you ask a receiver to do it. He's great with the ball in his hands as far as maximizing some of those yards after catch opportunities, great ball tracking skills when he gets down the field, and he's got the strength and physicality to really separate versus tighter coverage in those intermediate areas. So w'vee got to have a plan for him, it's going to be a challenge for our defense." - Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell
On the Raiders offense:
"They've got guys like Jakobi Meyers, this tight end Michael Mayer is a very good player as well. Obviously [Josh] Jacobs is good back. They've got some skill players as well that pose a challenge." - Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores
On the Raiders special teams:
"A really good football team, tough nose, play the right way, got a really good special teams unit. Great kicker, great punter, a really good returner. So the guys are excited about the challenge that's about to be presented to us." - Minnesota Vikings special teams coordinator Matt Daniels
As the Raiders prepare for their first 2022 preseason game at Allegiant Stadium, take a look back at their past matchups against the Minnesota Vikings through the years.
Oakland Raiders defensive end Bubba Smith (77) rushes the quarterback during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Metropolitan Stadium, Sunday, September 16, 1973, in Bloomington, Minn.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Mike Siani (49) makes a catch during the preseason home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Memorial Stadium, Saturday, August 25, 1973, in Berkeley, Calif.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Gerald Irons (86) makes a tackle during the preseason home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Memorial Stadium, Saturday, August 25, 1973, in Berkeley, Calif.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Gerald Irons (86) makes a tackle during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Metropolitan Stadium, Sunday, September 16, 1973, in Bloomington, Minn.
Oakland Raiders running back Mark van Eeghen (30) rushes during Super Bowl XI against the Minnesota Vikings at the Rose Bowl, Sunday, January 9, 1977, in Pasadena, Calif.
The Oakland Raiders celebrate after a turnover on downs during Super Bowl XI against the Minnesota Vikings at the Rose Bowl, Sunday, January 9, 1977, in Pasadena, Calif.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Willie Hall (39) celebrates after intercepting a pass during Super Bowl XI against the Minnesota Vikings at the Rose Bowl, Sunday, January 9, 1977, in Pasadena, Calif.
Oakland Raiders defensive back Willie Brown (24) returns an interception 75-yards for a touchdown during Super Bowl XI against the Minnesota Vikings at the Rose Bowl, Sunday, January 9, 1977, in Pasadena, Calif.
Oakland Raiders defensive end Pat Toomay (67) and defensive end/defensive tackle John Matuszak (72) sack the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 11, 1977, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Dave Rowe (74) pressures the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 11, 1977, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Joe Stewart (80) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 17, 1978, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler (12) passes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 17, 1978, in Oakland, Calif.
Los Angeles Raiders quarterback Marc Wilson (6) passes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, October 14, 1984, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Los Angeles Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 8, 1987, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Los Angeles Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) makes a 19-yard touchdown catch during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Saturday, December 22, 1990, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Los Angeles Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Saturday, December 22, 1990, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Los Angeles Raiders center/guard/tackle Don Mosebar (72) waits to snap the ball to quarterback Jeff Hostetler (15) during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, September 5, 1993, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Los Angeles Raiders guard Steve Wisniewski (76) and tackle Gerald Perry (71) block during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, September 5, 1993, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Los Angeles Raiders running back Steve Smith (35) rushes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, September 5, 1993, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Oakland Raiders defensive end Akbar Gbaja-Biamila (98) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 16, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders running back Tyrone Wheatley (47) rushes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 16, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Napoleon Harris (58) rushes the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 16, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Rick Mirer (3) rushes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 16, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders defensive end Derrick Burgess (56) makes a tackle during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 18, 2007, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Jerry Porter (84) makes a catch during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 18, 2007, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Kirk Morrison (52) defends during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 18, 2007, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Chris Clemons (58) pressures the quarterback during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 18, 2007, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders rubbing back Marcel Reece (45) rushes during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 20, 2011, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) passes during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 20, 2011, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders Michael Bush (29) stiff arms the defender during the regular season away game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Sunday, November 20, 2011, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) goes up for a catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 15, 2015, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Malcolm Smith (53) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 15, 2015, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders running back Latavius Murray (28) rushes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 15, 2015, in Oakland, Calif.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) celebrates after making an 11-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium, Sunday, September 22, 2019, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders tight end Darren Waller (83) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium, Sunday, September 22, 2019, in Minneapolis, Minn.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium, Sunday, September 22, 2019, in Minneapolis, Minn.
