Minnesota
Vikings
7-3
28
FINAL
17
Los Angeles
Chargers
8-2
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a decisive Week 12 matchup, the Minnesota Vikings topped the Los Angeles Chargers with a final score of 28-17, solidifying their position in the playoff race. The Vikings came into this game looking to maintain momentum, and they did so against a tough Chargers squad, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive prowess.
Vikings quarterback LaNorris Sellers delivered a standout performance, throwing for 385 yards and three touchdowns, while running back Demond Claiborne added 73 rushing yards to the mix. The receiving corps was highlighted by Dont'e Thornton Jr., who racked up an impressive 139 receiving yards, proving to be a crucial target throughout the game. Together, these offensive players orchestrated a well-rounded attack that kept the Chargers' defense on its heels.
Defensively, the Vikings made significant plays to secure their victory, led by Riq Woolen, who intercepted three passes, effectively stifling any potential Chargers' comeback. The turning point came in the second half when Woolen's third pick gave Minnesota crucial momentum, allowing them to extend their lead and control the clock. Despite Khalil Mack's two sacks for the Chargers, the Vikings' balanced offensive performance and key defensive stops made the difference in this matchup.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaNorris Sellers | QB | 35 | 19 | 54% | 385 | 3 | 3 | 86.0 |
| Tyler Shough | QB | 30 | 18 | 60% | 313 | 1 | 5 | 67.0 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demond Claiborne | HB | 12 | 73 | 6.1 | 15 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| Cam Skattebo | HB | 4 | 37 | 9.3 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| LaNorris Sellers | QB | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dont'e Thornton Jr | WR | 4 | 139 | 34.8 | 45 | 1 | 65 | 0 |
| Garrett Wilson | WR | 5 | 125 | 25.0 | 71 | 1 | 93 | 0 |
| Makai Lemon | WR | 4 | 98 | 24.5 | 28 | 0 | 29 | 0 |
| Duce Robinson | WR | 4 | 85 | 21.3 | 20 | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| Demond Claiborne | HB | 4 | 79 | 19.8 | 49 | 1 | 40 | 0 |
| Luke Musgrave | TE | 5 | 51 | 10.2 | 13 | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Cam Skattebo | HB | 6 | 45 | 7.5 | 32 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Tyler Warren | TE | 3 | 45 | 15.0 | 6 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| De'Zhaun Stribling | WR | 2 | 31 | 15.5 | 12 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riq Woolen | CB | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Charvarius Ward Sr | CB | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Devin Moore | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Khalil Mack | LEDG | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| A.J. Terrell Jr | CB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kyle Hamilton | SS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jared Verse | REDG | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| DeMarvion Overshown | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Devin Lloyd | WILL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Marcelino McCrary-Ball | WILL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chris Johnson | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Zach Allen | DT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jake Golday | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lorenzo Styles Jr | FS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jevon Holland | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaylen Key | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Swayze Bozeman | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robert Spears-Jennings | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ashton Hampton | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| JT Woods | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Daniel Wingate | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Loop | K | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Evan McPherson | K | 1 | 1 | 2 | 27 |

