Kicker Dan Bailey's 0-for-4 day headlines the Vikings' 26-14 loss in Tampa Bay on Sunday, when a strong start on offense was wasted by the missed kicks, penalties and another busted coverage. Does this clarify the Vikings' standing in the NFC playoff race?
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan discuss in the latest Access Vikings podcast.
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