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Vikings prepare for Week 5 matchup against struggling Saints

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 5:06 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Vikings prepare for Week 5 matchup against struggling Saints

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings, currently 4-0, will face the New Orleans Saints in Week 5. Minnesota is on a nine-game winning streak, dating back to last season. Meanwhile, the Saints are struggling at 1-3, with issues on defense allowing an average of 32 points per game. Vikings QB Tyler Shough is expected to face significant pressure from a strong Minnesota defense, which has a history of challenging young quarterbacks. The matchup will be crucial for both teams, particularly for New Orleans as they aim to turn around their disappointing season.

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By the Numbers

•Vikings enter Week 5 with a 4-0 record.
•Saints have struggled to a 1-3 start.
•Minnesota's defense is ranked first and could challenge Saints QB Tyler Shough.
•The matchup is critical for the Saints to remain in playoff contention.

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5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings Get Massive Message Ahead of Saints Showdown

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Vikings are heading into Week 5 against the Saints on quite a hot streak. In 2026, Minnesota sits at 4-0, and is on a 9-game win-streak dating back to November of 2025.The Saints have had a disappointing start to their year, currently sitting at 1-3. Many expected them to be in the mix […] The post Vikings Get Massive Message Ahead of Saints Showdown appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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