Panthers vs Vikings: TV Schedule, Live Stream, Time and Predictions

Sep 29, 2013; London, UNITED KINGDOM; Minnesota Vikings cheerleaders observe the playing of the United States national anthem before the NFL International Series game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

All eyes will be on Adrian Peterson during this game. After the tragic story of his son getting killed, he will be playing football with a heavy heart. How will he respond on Sunday? The Vikings still are unsure on who to use at quarterback at this time. They just signed Josh Freeman, their original starter is just getting healthy and Matt Cassel is the current starter for this game.

Where: Mall of America Field, Minneapolis, MN

When: October 13, 2013, 1:00 p.m. ET

Watch: FOX

Live Stream: NFL Sunday Ticket, Game Rewind

Panthers Player to Watch: Steve Smith

Oct 6, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith (89) runs with the ball as Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson (21) pursues during the second half at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Smitty is one of the most explosive receivers in the game. He has had a field day against the Vikings defenders in the past. In his last 6 games against the Vikinds, he has caught 37 passes for 625 yards and 4 scores. He will be looking to add to those numbers this weekend.

Vikings Player to Watch: Adrian Peterson

Sep 29, 2013; London, UNITED KINGDOM; Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) scores a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the NFL International Series game at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Martin-USA TODAY Sports

All eyes will be on Adrian Peterson for this game. He will be playing with a heavy heart and we will see how he responds in the game. People will be rooting for him on the field to tear through the Panthers defense. This will be his way to deal with the pain.

Matchup to Watch: Adrian Peterson vs Panthers Defense

Sep 29, 2013; London, UNITED KINGDOM; Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) carries the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL International Series game at Wembley Stadium. The Vikings defeated the Steelers 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

I wouldn’t want to get in the way of this man on Sunday. He will be running with a full head of steam and will be running with all kinds of inspiration and motivation for his son.

Prediction: 

Sep 28, 2013; London, UNITED KINGDOM; Minnesota Vikings fan Syd Davy aka 100 percent Cheese-Free poses at the NFL on Regent Street block party in advance of the NFL International Series game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Vikings. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

I can’t see Adrian Peterson letting his team lose this game. I can’t see the Vikings losing this game for Peterson. The team will be playing some inspired football.

Vikings 28, Panthers 17