Unbeaten, defense-led Vikings head south to face the struggling Saints and QB Tyler Shough
Minnesota forced two interceptions and held New Orleans to 142 yards as Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones powered the unbeaten Vikings.
- On Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Minnesota Vikings defeated the New Orleans Saints 23-13 at Caesars Superdome, maintaining their unbeaten 5-0 record while limiting the home team to just 142 total yards.
- Defensive coordinator Brian Flores' unit has allowed an NFL-low 12.8 points per game through five weeks, while New Orleans dropped to 1-4, struggling to protect quarterback Tyler Shough against Minnesota's league-leading pass rush.
- Cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. recorded two interceptions for the Vikings, while receiver Justin Jefferson scored on a leaping touchdown catch and kicker Will Reichard made three field goals, including a 55-yarder.
- Saints head coach Kellen Moore accepted responsibility for the offensive struggles, stating, "The plan wasn't good enough," while the organization honored Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees during halftime.
- Minnesota enters its bye week atop the NFC North Division, while New Orleans must address turnover issues before visiting the New York Giants next week and then traveling to Paris for an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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