Myles Price makes significant impact on Vikings' special teams play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Myles Price's contributions to the Minnesota Vikings' special teams have been a pivotal factor in their undefeated record this season. Price, in his second year, has established himself as a dynamic return specialist, leading the league in punt return touchdowns and averaging 21.6 yards per punt return. His notable performances include returns of 36 and 43 yards, as well as an 86-yard touchdown in Week 3 against Tampa Bay, the team's first punt return TD in a decade. Vikings special teams coordinator Matt Daniels has credited Price's development in setting up blocks, which has enhanced the overall effectiveness of the team’s kick return strategy.
- •Myles Price leads the NFL with a 21.6 yards per punt return average.
- •Price scored the Vikings' first punt return touchdown in 10 years.
- •He has had multiple notable returns of 36, 43, 47, and 68 yards.
- •Vikings' special teams have contributed significantly to their undefeated record.
- •Special teams coordinator Matt Daniels highlights Price's ability to set up blocks.
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Myles Price's kick returns for the Vikings have become must-watch plays with a big impact on winning
"(AP) — The special teams for the Minnesota Vikings have had a major influence on their undefeated start, hidden a bit behind the headline-making dominance by the defense.The impact goes well beyond Will Reichard's perfect mark on field goals and extra points, too.
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