Vikings and Adam Thielen struggled in second go-round with the team and receiver was disappointed with his role int he offense

Two of the NFL's most disappointing teams, both aiming to end long losing streaks, meet Sunday when the Commanders visit the Vikings in Minnesota. Washington has lost seven straight -- tied for the longest active losing streak in the NFL -- and Minnesota has lost four straight.

Adam Thielen was waived by the Minnesota Vikings after requesting his release with the hope of joining a contending playoff team in what will be his last NFL season.

Adam Thielen asked the Vikings to waive him in hopes of finding meaningful snaps elsewhere during what is expected to be his final NFL season.

However, this season has been tumultuous, as the Vikings currently sit at 4-8 and are now facing elimination from the playoffs. There is a chance Minnesota could catch fire down the stretch and make things tough,

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Washington Commanders vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL game to be played on December 7, 2025 on ESPN.

The Minnesota Vikings won 14 games last season, the second most in franchise history. The Washington Commanders rode the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award winner, Jayden Daniels, all the way to the NFC championship game.

The Thursday practice report for the Vikings didn't do much to help players progress towards a return in Week 14. The injuries have piled up, as we said, but some players are making progress in their return,