Saints defense struggles ahead of Week 5 matchup against Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 1:55 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
The New Orleans Saints prepare to host the Minnesota Vikings on October 9 after a tough start to the season, falling to 1-3. With a weak run defense allowing 147.8 rushing yards per game, the Saints face challenges against a Vikings team that has a modest rushing attack. Minnesota has scored only two rushing touchdowns this season and is dealing with injuries on the offensive line. The Saints aim to improve their performance, particularly after allowing 205 rushing yards to the Atlanta Falcons in their last matchup.
- •Minnesota enters at 4-0 despite offensive struggles.
- •Saints rank 30th in run defense, allowing 147.8 yards per game.
- •Vikings have multiple injuries on the offensive line.
- •Saints aim for improvement after recent performance against Falcons.
- •Game set for October 9 at the Superdome.
- 1:55 PMYahoo Sports — Underachieving Saints defense must stuff Vikings run game in Week 5
"After getting steamrolled most of this year so far, the Saints run defense is under the microscope in their Week 5 matchup against Minnesota.
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