Minnesota Vikings Week 11 Superlatives

After a loss, it can be difficult to pick players of the game. The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Chicago Bears on Sunday. In 50 seconds, a 17-16 win flipped to a 19-17 loss. It was a very disappointing final 50 seconds. Here are some of the players that did good things in a frustrating loss. 

Offensive Players of the Game

Aaron Jones Sr., RB

Jordan Mason, RB

Aaron Jones Sr.:

16 carries 

70 yards

Jordan Mason

6 carries

45 yards

1 TD

The Vikings ran the ball well. They would’ve run the ball even better if the passing efficiency was where it should be. The receivers were routinely wide open. Through misfires and drops, the passing game did not complement the efficient running. 

Defensive Players of the Game

Andrew Van Ginkel, OLB

Dallas Turner, OLB

The Vikings defense played well. A couple turnovers would’ve been nice. The defense was highlighted by a pass rush that had Caleb Williams on the run for the entire game. Andrew Van Ginkel and Dallas Turner were the only pass rushers that got Williams on the ground. Each did so once. With Jonathan Greenard out, the Vikings needed Turner to step up. He did. 

Special Teams Player of the Game

Myles Price, Returner

Other than last week against the Baltimore Ravens, Myles Price has been a revelation this season. His 43-yard, fourth quarter punt return against the Bears ignited the Vikings and led to the team’s first touchdown.  Before this season is done, Price is going to take a return to the end zone. Hopefully, much more than one.