Vikings reach 5-0 with improved offense in win over Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Vikings improved to 5-0 after a 23-13 victory against the Saints in New Orleans. Kyler Murray led the offense, completing 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and a touchdown. Despite two fumbles in the red zone, the Vikings dominated the game with 364 total yards and over 39 minutes of possession. Aaron Jones contributed 113 rushing yards and a touchdown, while the defense limited the Saints to just 142 total yards. Minnesota will head into a bye week before hosting the Colts in two weeks.
- •Vikings improve to 5-0 after defeating Saints 23-13
- •Kyler Murray throws for 229 yards and a touchdown
- •Aaron Jones rushes for 113 yards and one touchdown
- •Vikings dominate possession, holding the ball for 39 minutes
- •Minnesota's defense holds Saints to 142 total yards
- 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings survive fumbles, reach 5-0 as offense improves in win over Saints
"Outside of a couple poorly-timed fumbles, the Vikings' offense was a lot better on Sunday in New Orleans.
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