Vikings fend off Jets' comeback attempt in 4th quarter to remain undefeated in London

The Minnesota Vikings offense had its worst performance of the year, but Brian Flores' defense managed to prevent a New York Jets comeback and remain undefeated.

With the 23-17 win over New York in London's first NFL game of the year, the Vikings are 5-0, while the Jets improve to 2-3 on the year.

Aaron Rodgers had a brutal first half with several interceptions thrown, including one to Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel, who ran it back 63 yards for pick six.

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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers looks to pass against the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. (Shaun Brooks-Imagn Images)

But, with the Vikings shutting down most of the second half, Rodgers found himself with less than three minutes left on his final drive, looking to come back with 17 or more points for the first time in over of a decade.

Rodgers was advancing down the field, using Garrett Wilson, who finally had a game-clinching play with his quarterback, and other targets to end up in Vikings territory with more than enough time to score a touchdown with an extra point needed for the game. victory.

But, on third-and-10 from the Minnesota 26-yard line, Rodgers wanted to throw a contested ball to Mike Williams on the right sideline. However, it was veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore who made the tough interception to seal the victory.

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It was Rodgers' third interception of the game, as he was 29 of 54 for 244 yards with two touchdowns.

Sam Darnold came into this game saying all the right things about his bad tenure with the Jets in the pregame press conferences. The Jets selected him third overall out of USC six years ago. With the Vikings, Darnold looked like what Jets fans hoped for, but Gang Green's defense made it difficult for him in this one.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold throws against the New York Jets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)

Darnold had his worst game as a Viking, going 14 of 31 for 179 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions.

Justin Jefferson was their leading receiver with six catches for 92 yards, but he had 14 targets in this one, although many flags were thrown at cornerbacks trying to keep him at bay for holding and passing interference.

It's also worth noting that veteran running back Aaron Jones had to leave the game with an injury in the first half, which took away a lot of this red-hot Vikings offense.

Yet the Vikings proved themselves to be true contenders as, despite the offense's shortcomings, the defense stepped up and made the plays needed to cross the pond with the victory.

Andrew Van Ginkel of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates his score after an interception against the New York Jets, Sunday, October 6, 2024, in London. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

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As for Rodgers' connection with Wilson, the speedy receiver had 13 receptions for 101 yards with his core on 22 targets. While there are positives to come from a tough loss, Jets fans should feel good knowing that Rodgers and Wilson finally seem to be on the same page.

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