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Vikings improve to 6-0 with win over Colts, display dominant defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 5:53 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Vikings improve to 6-0 with win over Colts, display dominant defense

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings are now 6-0 on the season following a 16-10 victory against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 7. The Vikings' defense has been particularly effective, allowing 16 points or fewer in five of their six wins. Brian Flores' aggressive blitzing strategy has been a key factor, with the Vikings leading the NFL in blitz rate. In Week 7, they sacked Colts quarterback Daniel Jones four times and limited him to just 108 passing yards. The Vikings will face the Detroit Lions in Week 8.

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By the Numbers

•Vikings improve to 6-0 after defeating Colts 16-10.
•Defense has allowed 16 points or fewer in five victories.
•Vikings lead the NFL in highest blitz rate.
•Minnesota sacked Colts quarterback Daniel Jones four times.
•Vikings will play the Lions next week.

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5:53 PMYahoo Sports — This stat perfectly encapsulates Vikings DC Brian Flores’ blitz-happy strategy dominating NFL

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The Minnesota Vikings are 6-0 on the season after defeating the Indianapolis Colts 16-10 in Week 7. It’s been an impressive start to the campaign, especially on the defensive side of the ball, as the club has held opponents to 16 points or fewer in five of its six victories. Brian Flores’ blitz-happy strategy is seemingly taking over the NFL, and a […] The post This stat perfectly encapsulates Vikings DC Brian Flores’ blitz-happy strategy dominating NFL appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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