Vikings depend on defense for 15-10 victory over Dolphins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

The Minnesota Vikings secured a 15-10 win against the Miami Dolphins on October 5 at U.S. Bank Stadium, marking their second touchdown-less victory in three weeks. Despite not scoring a touchdown, the Vikings leveraged a strong defensive performance and solid contributions from their kicker. Vikings players, including T.J. Hockenson and Kyler Murray, received notable PFF grades for their performances. Players like Blake Brandel and Jauan Jennings contributed significant snaps, while injuries impacted the offensive lineup. As the season progresses, the Vikings aim to maintain their competitive edge in the league.
- •Vikings win 15-10 against Dolphins on October 5.
- •Defense played a crucial role, with key performances noted.
- •Kyler Murray received a strong PFF grade of 82.3.
- •T.J. Hockenson recorded a top grade of 92.9 on offense.
- •Injuries affected the offensive lineup early in the game.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings snap counts and notable PFF grades from touchdown-less win over Dolphins
"Let's see what we can learn from this week's playing time and PFF grades.
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