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Vikings improve to 5-0 with road victory over Saints

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 1:36 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Vikings improve to 5-0 with road victory over Saints

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings secured a 23-13 win against the New Orleans Saints on October 11, extending their win streak to ten games. Kyler Murray led the Vikings with a strong performance, completing 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and a touchdown. Despite two fumbles, the Vikings' defense was dominant, limiting the Saints to their lowest offensive yardage in five years. A fumble recovery return for a touchdown by the Saints kept them within reach in the second half, but the Vikings maintained control throughout. Post-game, the Vikings head into a bye-week atop the NFC North with a two-game division lead.

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By the Numbers

•Kyler Murray's passing efficiency included an 80% completion rate and 109.6 passer rating.
•The Vikings defense forced two interceptions and allowed just 3 receiving yards to Byron Murphy Jr.
•The Vikings dominated time of possession and key statistical categories.
•Minnesota will return key offensive players from injury after the bye-week.
•Aaron Jones contributed 113 rushing yards but had a crucial turnover.

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The Minnesota Vikings extended their win streak to ten games, dating back to last season, with a 23-13 victory over the New Orleans Saints on the road. The Vikings were able to overcome a couple fumbles on offense with elite defense and special teams and an otherwise methodical offense led by Kyler Murray. The game […]
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