Vikings prepare to face struggling Saints amid offensive adjustments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings are set to play the New Orleans Saints on October 8, 2026, after a victory over the Miami Dolphins. The Vikings' offense showed signs of improvement in the fourth quarter against the Dolphins, with Kyler Murray achieving a passer rating of 102.4. In contrast, the Saints have struggled early this season, currently sitting at 1-3 after a loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Both teams are dealing with injuries, particularly the Saints’ Alvin Kamara, which could impact their performance. This matchup will be crucial for both teams as they look to find rhythm in their offenses going forward.
- •Vikings scored 120 yards with 13 of 14 completions from Murray late against Miami.
- •Saints are last in the league, allowing 32 points per game.
- •Odell Beckham, Jr. signed with the Vikings but may have limited immediate impact.
- •Vikings ranked first defensively, while Saints' offense ranked in the top ten for points per game.
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