After dismantling the New York Giants in Week 1, the Minnesota Vikings were put to the test in Week 2 and came out victorious against the San Francisco 49ers. However, that wasn't enough for the football gods to be pleased it seems. With Week 3 comes another daunting test in the shape of C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans.

Vikings depending on Sam Darnold, Justin Jefferson and stout defense in Week 3 confrontation with powerful Texans

That's why it's time to take a closer look at one of Week 2's biggest showdowns between a couple of 1-0 teams, the San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings. We'll examine the two biggest matchups, one on each side of the football, and figure who has the advantage each in each key area. Let's get to it.