Minnesota
Vikings
5-7
7
FINAL
34
New Orleans
Saints
7-5
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 40m ago
In a decisive Week 14 matchup, the New Orleans Saints topped the Minnesota Vikings with a commanding 34-7 victory. This win solidifies the Saints' playoff positioning as they continue to assert their dominance in the NFC South. The Vikings, on the other hand, will need to regroup quickly as they face a crucial stretch to keep their postseason hopes alive. Tyler Shough delivered an impressive performance for New Orleans, throwing for 269 yards and three touchdowns, effectively leading the Saints' offensive charge. Jordyn Tyson was his go-to target, racking up 103 receiving yards and proving to be a consistent threat throughout the game. On the ground, Jordan Mason of the Vikings managed to gain 59 rushing yards, but it was clear that the Saints' defense kept him in check. Defensively, the Saints made their mark with a standout performance from Riley Moss, who recorded two interceptions, turning the tide in New Orleans' favor. Cody Barton added to the pressure with a sack, further complicating matters for the Vikings' offense. The game's turning point came in the second quarter when Moss's first interception led to a quick touchdown, shifting momentum firmly towards the Saints and sealing the Vikings' fate.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Tyler ShoughQB382874%26930119.2
J.J. McCarthyQB251144%1461243.0
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jordan MasonHB15593.94080
Travis Etienne JrHB21562.7230220
Devin NealHB11444.0141110
Tyler ShoughQB3217.0—070
J.J. McCarthyQB3124.0—060
Jordyn TysonWR188.0—080
Aaron Jones SrHB111.0—010
Chris OlaveWR000.0—000
Justin JeffersonWR000.0—000
Jordan AddisonWR000.0—001
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jordyn TysonWR610317.2461290
Justin JeffersonWR28442.0641600
Chris OlaveWR7689.7282220
Juwan JohnsonTE6518.5110131
T.J. HockensonTE4297.317090
Devin NealHB4225.5100120
Oscar DelpTE3206.712090
Jordan MasonHB3144.717072
Jordan AddisonWR11111.070110
Josh WhyleTE188.0—080
Damarious MaynardWR144.0—040
Travis Etienne JrHB111.0—010
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Charlie SmythK23451
Will ReichardK0010