Vikings defense struggles against Bills' offense in Week 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 4:59 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

In Monday's NFL matchup, the Minnesota Vikings faced off against the Buffalo Bills, with significant blitzing from Vikings' defensive coordinator Brian Flores. Despite Flores blitzing Bills quarterback Josh Allen 79% of the time, Allen and running back James Cook managed to effectively move the ball. Minnesota's defense performed adequately to keep the game competitive, but the Vikings' offense struggled, totaling just 178 yards. The team's prospects may improve with the addition of Kirk Cousins. The game is currently still in progress with no final results reported.
- •Vikings blitz Josh Allen 79% of plays.
- •Josh Allen and James Cook effective against pressure.
- •Minnesota manages only 178 total yards on offense.
- •Kirk Cousins' addition may boost Vikings' offense.
- 4:59 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings blitz rate couldn't stop the Bills' offense in Week 9
"The Vikings' impressive blitz rate failed to slow down the high-powered Buffalo Bills offense.
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