Darnold Leads Undefeated Vikings to Narrow 31-29 Victory Over Packers

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Sam Darnold threw three touchdown passes as the Minnesota Vikings secured a 31-29 victory over the Green Bay Packers, improving to 4-0 for their best start since 2016. The Vikings jumped to an early 28-point lead, highlighted by Jordan Addison’s two touchdowns, including a 7-yard run after returning from injury.

Packers quarterback Jordan Love, back from an injury, had a strong showing with 389 passing yards and four touchdowns but also threw three interceptions. Despite trailing 28-0 early on, Green Bay fought back, narrowing the gap to 31-29 with a late touchdown to Dontayvion Wicks.

In a tense final minute, Minnesota’s Josh Oliver recovered a crucial onside kick to seal the win. The game featured a total of seven turnovers, with the Vikings capitalizing on key mistakes by the Packers. Next, the Vikings will face the New York Jets in London, while Green Bay prepares to visit the Los Angeles Rams.

Darnold Leads Undefeated Vikings to Narrow 31-29 Victory Over Packers