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In a crucial matchup against the Tennessee Titans, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold rebounded from a midseason slump to lead his team to a 23-13 victory. Despite an early fumble that allowed the Titans to score first, Darnold steadied himself and threw for two touchdowns while also rushing for another. This performance marks a significant turnaround for Darnold, who had struggled with turnovers in recent games but managed to avoid further mistakes against a pressured Titans defense.
- Sam Darnold showed resilience by bouncing back from a rough stretch, leading the Vikings to victory.
- Darnold's performance included a season-high in rushing attempts and a strong showing under pressure.
- The Vikings are now tied for the second-best record in the NFC at 8-2, positioning them well for the playoffs.
Sam Darnold | QB
Bounceback
Week 11
0000
8 carries
26 rush yards
1 rush TDs
254 pass yards
2 pass TDs
1 fumbles
0- After a rough patch with turnovers, Darnold managed to avoid mistakes and led the team effectively.
- He tied his career high with 19 touchdown passes this season and is averaging 238.7 passing yards per game.
Jordan Addison | WR
Breakout
Week 11
1 receptions
1 targets
47 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Addison caught a key touchdown pass from Darnold, showcasing the connection between the two.
- He continues to be a reliable target in the Vikings' offense.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings are now 8-2 and in a strong position for the playoffs.
- Sam Darnold's bounce-back performance is a positive sign for the team's offensive prospects.
Tennessee Titans
- The Titans struggled to capitalize on early opportunities and fell to 2-8.
- Their defense pressured Darnold but could not contain him effectively throughout the game.