US EditionIsaiah Rodgers Races Into Vikings Record Book with Pair of Defensive Touchdowns vs. Bengals
Isaiah Rodgers forced three turnovers and scored two defensive touchdowns in the first half, setting NFL and Vikings records as a first-time full-time starter, officials said.
- Isaiah Rodgers exploded in the first half on September 21, 2025, returning an interception 87 yards and a fumble 66 yards to become the first Viking with two defensive touchdowns in a game.
- A veteran of the Colts and Eagles, Rodgers was a sixth-round draft pick of the Indianapolis Colts in 2020 and missed 2023 after a suspension, now in his first season as a full-time starter with the Vikings.
- Rodgers forced three of Cincinnati Bengals' four first-half turnovers, amassed 157 return yards on two scores, disrupted a Tee Higgins touchdown, and forced a Ja'Marr Chase fumble.
- With the Vikings up 34-3, Rodgers' defensive touchdowns tied a franchise record and positioned him for NFC Defensive Player of the Week consideration.
- Historically, Rodgers' game stands out because he became the first player ever with a pick-six, a fumble return touchdown, and two forced fumbles in a single NFL game.
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Isaiah Rodgers 'Just Knew' Before Historic Performance With Vikings
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers ran his way into the franchise’s and league’s record books on Sunday.Rodgers dominated with an interception return for a touchdown, a fumble recovery for a touchdown, an additional forced fumble, three tackles, and two pass deflections in Sunday’s 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. A free agent acquisition from the Philadelphia Eagles, Rodgers saw it coming. “I just knew … that once I finally got m…
Vikings defense forces five turnovers in dominant win over Bengals
The Minnesota Vikings dominated the Cincinnati Bengals 48-10 on Sunday afternoon. The defense led the way forcing five turnovers. (three fumbles and two interceptions) Defensive back Isaiah Rodgers had two touchdowns with one on an interception and one after a fumble recovery. The Purple held Cincinnati to 171 total yards of offense. Carson Wentz completed 14-of-20 passes for 173 yards and two touchdowns. Justin Jefferson caught five passes for …
Vikings blow out Bengals thanks to record-breaking day by DB Isaiah Rodgers
MINNEAPOLIS -- Isaiah Rodgers returned an interception 87 yards for a touchdown and added a 66-yard fumble return for a score to lead the Minnesota Vikings to a 48-10 rout of the visiting Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
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Spectrum NewsVikings sail past bumbling Bengals 48-10
MINNEAPOLIS — Isaiah Rodgers helped make Carson Wentz's debut at quarterback for Minnesota a rousing success, setting a Vikings record with two defensive touchdowns and forcing three of Cincinnati's five turnovers in a 48-10 romp on Sunday for the worst loss in Bengals history.Jordan Mason rushed for 116 yards and two scores on just 16 attempts, Will Reichard made a 62-yard field goal — the longest in Vikings history — as the first half ended an…
Vikings' Isaiah Rodgers makes NFL history with unprecedented defensive performance against Bengals
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers became the first NFL player to record a pick-six, fumble return TD and two forced fumbles in a single game on Sunday.
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