Vikings edge Buccaneers in low-scoring game with bizarre stats

The Minnesota Vikings won 23-16 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 27, 2026, in a game marked by offensive struggles. Both teams featured ineffective offenses, with each achieving a lone 40-yard touchdown pass. Minnesota's success rate was low at 21.7 percent, and the combined rate of 26.1 percent ranks among the worst in recent NFL history. The Vikings achieved their first punt return touchdown in a decade, while the Buccaneers struggled on third down, completing only 2 of 17 attempts. Minnesota's next challenge will come against the 0-3 Dolphins.

• 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — All the wacky stats from an ugly day of offense as Vikings beat Buccaneers