Vikes Views: Vikings of the Week – NY Giants at Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings won their 3rd game in a row, defeating the NY Giants, 16-13. It wasn’t the most exciting game for fans to watch, with only 3.6 yards per play. The Vikings did see some of the veteran stars come alive with Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones having a nice game. The defense was dominant against a subpar New York offense. Will Reichard was perfect, as usual.

Aaron Jones

Jones picked up an ankle injury early in the game. However, Jordan Mason was injured shortly after and missed the remainder of the game. Jones toughed out 21 carries for 85 yards and a pair of screens for 8 more. He sustained drives enough for the defense to recover and keep the clock moving. PFF 72.8

Justin Jefferson

Jefferson has struggled with drops and chemistry with the young QBs. He had another pass he should’ve caught, but he also made a couple of very difficult ones to make up for it. Jefferson had his best game in a long time with 6 receptions for 85 yards on 8 targets. PFF 85.3

Andrew Van Ginkel

There are a few defenders that could be on this list. Van Ginkel gets the nod because of the awesome pass defense he had and the sack to end the Giants final drive on 4th and 3. He’s finally starting to look like the player from last season. PFF 77.3

Brian Flores

The entire defense deserves some credit and that means their leader does too. This team hasn’t allowed a passing TD in weeks. CB and S depth was a concern heading in and Flores has managed it to perfection. The defense allowed 2 FGs this week and is averaging 11 PPG during this win streak. (Fumble 6 removed)

Isaiah Rodgers

Isaiah Rodgers was locked in on Sunday. Dominant performance, as it should be against that passing offense. The Elf on the Shelf pre-game cleats were elite. I can’t wait for the SpongeBob Christmas edition. PFF 84.8

Will Reichard

I left Will Reichard off my list for the poll again. But he was perfect on kicks, as usual. PFF 93.2 on the season