Minnesota Vikings Week 5 Superlatives

On Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings held on to defeat the New York Jets in London, 23-17. The win was in the balance until cornerback Stephon Gilmore intercepted Aaron Rodgers at the Vikings nine-yard line with 44 seconds to play. The first shaky game from the offense was a big reason this was a one-score game. The defense made up for it as they were the reason for win. Here are some of the players that played a big role in keeping the Vikings undefeated at 5-0. 

Offensive Play of the Game

Justin Jefferson, WR

Stat-wise, it was a modest game for Justin Jefferson. The terrific cornerback duo of Sauce Garner and D.J. Reed did everything legal and illegal to contain him. 

6 catches

92 yards

It was Jefferson’s first game of the season without a touchdown. Digging deeper, the yards gained as a result of Gardner and Reed penalties while covering him bumps Jefferson’s yardage total to over 150 yards. 

Defensive Players of the Game

Andrew Van Ginkel, OLB

Camryn Bynum, S

Stephon Gilmore, CB

Really, the entire defense deserves mention. The Jets offense rarely looked confident in what they were doing. I’m going with above three for their interceptions of  Rodgers. Andrew Van Ginkel took his interception back 63 yards for a touchdown. 

Special Teams Player of the Game

Will Reichard, K

This one’s easy. Will Reichard remains perfect for the season. He’s made all 16 of his extra point attempts and all nine of his field goal attempts. Against the Jets, Reichard was successful on field goals from 54, 53, and 41 yards. He also made both extra point attempts. 

So many players are responsible for the Vikings perfect start to the season. Will Reichard is definitely one of them.