Tampa Bay
Buccaneers
3-3
14
FINAL
41
Minnesota
Vikings
5-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 13d ago
In an impressive display of dominance, the Minnesota Vikings topped the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 41-14 in Week 7 of the 2028 season. With playoff positions on the line, the Vikings solidified their standing with this decisive victory, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive prowess throughout the game. Quarterback Jack Hettsfield led the charge for Minnesota, throwing for 164 yards and three touchdowns, effectively spreading the ball around to keep the Buccaneers' defense off balance. Kairo Voss emerged as his favorite target, racking up 86 receiving yards, while Mike Washington Jr. contributed significantly on the ground with 66 rushing yards, helping to maintain a balanced offensive attack. Defensively, the Vikings were relentless, with Donovan Ezeiruaku leading the charge with five total tackles and 1.5 sacks, disrupting Tampa Bay's rhythm. However, it was Emmanuel McNeil-Warren's two interceptions that shifted the momentum decisively in Minnesota's favor, marking the game's turning point. With the Vikings' defense forcing turnovers and making critical stops, they sealed their victory and sent a clear message to the rest of the league.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jack HettsfieldQB12758%16430142.3
Terrence YoungQB201155%1382370.4
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Mike Washington Jr.HB56613.2101430
Omarion HamptonHB11313.020130
Jayden ReedWR000.0—000
Marco DawkinsWR000.0—000
DeVonta SmithWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Kairo VossWR28643.0180470
Omarion HamptonHB46215.5380430
T.J. HockensonTE34214.0261190
Colton HayesTE34214.013240
Luther Burden IIIWR13030.030300
DeVonta SmithWR3289.3131150
Mike Washington Jr.HB166.03060
Romeo DoubsWR166.02060
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Daniel CarlsonK22557
Chris BoswellK0020