Vikings stop Jets' fourth-quarter comeback as they aim to remain undefeated in London

The Minnesota Vikings' offense had its worst performance of the year, but Brian Flores' defense held off the New York Jets and remained undefeated.

With a 23-17 victory over New York in the NFL's first London game of the year, the Vikings improved to 5-0 and the Jets to 2-3 on the year.

Aaron Rodgers had a brutal first half throwing multiple interceptions, including one to Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel, and ran it back 63 yards on a pick-six.

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But the Vikings stalled for much of the second half, leaving Rodgers with less than three minutes left on his final drive to try to overcome a 17-point deficit or more for the first time in more than a decade.

Rodgers finally had a breakout game with quarterback Garrett Wilson and other targets that allowed him enough time to get down the field and score the extra points he needed to score a touchdown. found themselves in Vikings territory. victory.

But on third-and-10 from Minnesota's own 26-yard line, Rodgers wanted to throw a contested ball to Mike Williams on the right sideline. However, it was veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore who clinched the victory.

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It was Rodgers' third interception of the game, completing 29 of 54 for 244 yards and two touchdowns.

Sam Darnold came into this game saying all the right things about his bad tenure with the Jets in his pregame press conference. The Jets drafted him No. 3 overall out of USC six years ago. Darnold looked like the player Jets fans wanted him to be during his time with the Vikings, but Gang Green's defense gave him trouble in this game.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold plays against the New York Jets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. (Kirby Lee Iman image)

Darnold had his worst game as a Viking, hitting 14 of 31 for 179 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception.

Justin Jefferson was the top receiver with six catches for 92 yards, but he had 14 targets in the game, but many flags were called on the cornerbacks to keep him at bay for holding and pass interference. Ta.

It's also worth noting that veteran running back Aaron Jones was forced to leave the game with an injury in the first half and was a major contributor to the Vikings' heated offense.

Still, the Vikings proved themselves to be a true contender, despite the offense's shortcomings, as their defense stepped up and made the plays they needed to get back across the pond with a win. did.

Andrew Van Ginkel of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after scoring a goal after an interception against the New York Jets on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in London. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

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As for Rodgers and Wilson's connection, the speedy receiver cored on 22 targets and had 13 receptions for 101 yards. If there's anything positive to come out of the tough loss, Jets fans should be relieved to know that Rodgers and Wilson finally appear to be on the same page.

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