Miami
Dolphins
1-2
28
FINAL
35
Minnesota
Vikings
0-3
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a thrilling Week 4 matchup, the Minnesota Vikings narrowly defeated the Miami Dolphins with a final score of 35-28, maintaining their momentum in the 2026 season. The stakes were high, as both teams sought to solidify their positions in the playoff race, but it was the Vikings who emerged victorious in a tightly contested battle.
Kyler Murray led the Vikings' offense with a solid performance, throwing for 231 yards, while Malik Willis stood out for the Dolphins, contributing significantly with three passing touchdowns and 92 rushing yards. Jordan Addison also made his mark, racking up 90 receiving yards and providing a key target for Murray throughout the game. The offensive fireworks kept fans on the edge of their seats, but it was Minnesota's ability to make the most of their opportunities that ultimately sealed the win.
Defensively, Andrew Van Ginkel played a pivotal role for the Vikings, not only recording a sack but also grabbing an interception that shifted momentum in their favor. The game's turning point came late in the third quarter when Van Ginkel's interception halted a Dolphins drive that could have tied the game. With the defense stepping up when it mattered most, the Vikings held off a late surge from Miami, securing the victory and showcasing their resilience on both sides of the ball.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyler Murray | QB | 18 | 12 | 231 | 2 | 2 | 107.1 |
| Malik Willis | QB | 27 | 17 | 219 | 3 | 1 | 109.9 |
| Malik Washington | WR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malik Willis | QB | 5 | 92 | 18.4 | 1 | 53 | 0 |
| Joe Mixon | HB | 17 | 82 | 4.8 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| Jordan Mason | HB | 2 | 24 | 12.0 | 1 | 19 | 0 |
| Kyler Murray | QB | 3 | 21 | 7.0 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| De'Von Achane | HB | 10 | 19 | 1.9 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| DJ Herman | FB | 1 | -1 | -1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaylen Wright | HB | 1 | -5 | -5.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Addison | WR | 3 | 90 | 30.0 | 1 | 63 | 0 |
| Justin Jefferson | WR | 5 | 78 | 15.6 | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Greg Dulcich | TE | 3 | 57 | 19.0 | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Malik Washington | WR | 3 | 56 | 18.7 | 0 | 39 | 1 |
| Chris Bell | WR | 5 | 53 | 10.6 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Jauan Jennings | WR | 2 | 33 | 16.5 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| T.J. Hockenson | TE | 1 | 27 | 27.0 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| De'Von Achane | HB | 3 | 23 | 7.7 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Jalen Tolbert | WR | 1 | 23 | 23.0 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| Caleb Douglas | WR | 2 | 7 | 3.5 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Joe Mixon | HB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Louis | SS | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Andrew Van Ginkel | REDG | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalen Redmond | DT | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrison Smith | FS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chris Johnson | CB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Michael Taaffe | FS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Isaiah Rodgers Sr | CB | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jacob Rodriguez | MIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blake Cashman | MIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dante Trader Jr | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Byron Murphy Jr | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Willie Gay Jr | SAM | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zach Sieler | DT | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eric Wilson | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Beanie Bishop Jr | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jamal Adams | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordyn Brooks | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ronnie Harrison Jr | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| A'Shawn Robinson | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh Metellus | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ivan Pace Jr | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Pierre | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dallas Turner | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Darrell Baker Jr | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Theo Jackson | FS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Pinion | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Reichard | K | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Riley Patterson | K | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |

