US EditionThe Vikings and the Browns Have Brought Ailing Offenses with Them to London
Dillon Gabriel becomes the first quarterback to start his NFL debut in an international game as the Vikings aim to bounce back after a loss in Dublin, NFL reports.
- In Week 5, Minnesota Vikings face Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, marking the league's 40th regular-season game there with Minnesota undefeated in London.
- After a 24-21 loss in Dublin last week, Minnesota Vikings endure back-to-back European games as the first team to play in different countries.
- Carson Wentz has steadied Minnesota's offense, topping a combined 500 passing yards over two starts, while Jordan Addison and Justin Jefferson each reached 100 receiving yards with Addison's 81-yard catch the longest play in an international game.
- Injuries have ravaged Minnesota's offensive line, with RT Brian O'Neill sidelined and three starters unavailable; backup Michael Jurgens was held out of practice but may play, while Browns backup DT Mike Hall is ruled out.
- BetMGM lists the Vikings by 3 1/2 for the London game, and the series record favors Minnesota 12-5 with away teams winning the past four meetings.
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