Minnesota Vikings 2004 Season Schedule & Scores

The 2004 season was a pivotal moment for the Minnesota Vikings. After clinching the NFC North title in 2003, they declined to a middling 8-8 record, failing to make the playoffs for the first time under head coach Mike Tice. Even with a formidable defense featuring Pro Bowl talents like Kevin Williams and Bryant McKinnie, the Vikings' offense faltered, hampered by Daunte Culpepper's absence in several games due to injury. This disappointing outcome sparked concerns about the team's future trajectory, prompting them to reconsider their strategy in hopes of recapturing their former glory.