Vikings struggle in preseason with poor performance and key players absent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:32 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Vikings finished the preseason with a 34-6 loss to the Broncos on August 28, 2026. Over three games, they scored only one offensive touchdown, with 23 of 30 possessions ending in punts or turnovers. Major contributors like Justin Jefferson did not play, and most starters saw limited action. The team committed 23 penalties during the preseason. Next, they must reduce their roster to 53 players and prepare for their season opener against the Packers on September 13.
- •Vikings lost last two preseason games by total score of 47-9.
- •Justin Jefferson and other starters did not participate in the last game.
- •The team committed 23 penalties over the three-game slate.
- •Next, the Vikings will finalize their roster ahead of the season opener.
- 5:32 PMYahoo Sports — The Vikings had a very ugly preseason. Does it matter?
"The last two games of this preseason, in particular, did not go well for the Vikings.
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