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Vikings maintain unbeaten start with strong possession against Saints

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 1:33 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Vikings maintain unbeaten start with strong possession against Saints

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings improved to 5-0 this season by beating the New Orleans Saints 23-13 on Sunday. The Vikings dominated time of possession, holding the ball for over 39 minutes, which allowed their defense to remain fresh. Despite their offense struggling with turnovers, they managed to achieve season highs in rushing yards and completion percentage. Head coach Kevin O’Connell expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress and noted the importance of converting more drives into touchdowns. The Vikings now prepare for a matchup against the Indianapolis Colts on October 25.

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Status Watch

•Vikings hold the ball for over 39 minutes against the Saints
•Kyler Murray records an 80% completion rate with 30 passes
•Vikings lead the league with a plus-six turnover margin
•Next game against the Colts is on October 25
•Minnesota's winning streak reaches 10 games, the longest in the NFL

Latest Updates

1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings playing keen game of keep-away, with hefty possession time and NFL's top turnover rate

What they're saying

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The unbeaten Minnesota Vikings have built their strong start to the season around dominant defense and sterling special teams.While their injury-thinned offense has lagged behind, it has made a significant contribution — playing a simple game of keep-away — that can't be left out.
— Yahoo Sportsby DAVE CAMPBELL

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