nfl Game Recap
Vikings Down Indianapolis 21-13 - Match Report
Sam Darnold passed for 3 TDs and 290 yards in leading the Vikings past Indianapolis on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Vikings were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 47.0.
Sam Darnold completed 28 of 34 pass attempts for 290 yards and 3 TDs for the Vikings in the win.
Jonathan Taylor rushed for 48 yards for Indianapolis, while Ashton Dulin added 17 yards. Joe Flacco threw for 179 yards for the Colts, while receivers Josh Downs and Alec Pierce had 60 and 41 yards respectively.
Minnesota outgained Indianapolis 415-227 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 29-13 by the Vikings.
Indianapolis lost the time of possession battle 36:54-23:06, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Minnesota heads into a Week 10 battle against the Jaguars. Indianapolis, meanwhile, will have their next action against Buffalo.