Vikings aim for stronger offense against Buccaneers in Week 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday in Week 3 of the NFL season. The Vikings, currently 2-0 despite having the lowest total yards offense, seek to improve against a strong Buccaneers defense. Kyler Murray returns to the lineup after missing last week, and Jauan Jennings also re-enters after a personal absence. The Vikings hope to maintain their running game momentum while also engaging other receivers beyond Justin Jefferson, who leads the team in catches. Protecting the interior line against Buccaneers' Vita Vea and Calijah Kancey will be crucial for offensive progress.
- •Vikings are 2-0 despite a low-ranked offense in total yards.
- •Kyler Murray and Jauan Jennings return to bolster the lineup.
- •Minnesota emphasizes strengthening the running game against Tampa.
- •Justin Jefferson is the primary receiving target with limited contributions from others.
- •Interior line protection will be key against Tampa Bay's strong defensive front.
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — 3 Keys for the Vikings' offense against the Bucs in Week 3
"The Vikings' offense needs to help carry the weight against the Buccaneers in Week 3.
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