Surprise NFL MVP candidate Sam Darnold will lead the undefeated Minnesota Vikings into London to take on the New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers in his second international game of the year. Minnesota has been a bit of a surprise this season with a journeyman signal caller leading the NFL in touchdown passes and passer rating heading into Week 4. It was certainly unexpected for a 2018 first-round draft pick who was also passed over by the Jets. After the 2020 season and early career struggles.
When Aaron Rodgers moved to the Big Apple before last season, the Jets were hoping for some stability at quarterback for at least the next few years, but a torn Achilles tendon means he will miss all but four games in 2023. I couldn’t. A middling start to the season (Rodgers ranks middling among the 2-2 Jets in touchdowns, yards and passer rating) could be a cause for concern early on. I don’t know. A win against Minnesota could turn things around by pushing Gang Green over .500 in the first of three consecutive NFL games in London.
How to watch the NFL in London: Jets vs. Vikings
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Sunday, October 6, 2024 08:01 PDT
Allen Lazard touchdown! The jets are on board!
Sunday, October 6, 2024 7:57 a.m. PDT Sunday, October 6, 2024 7:56 a.m. PDT
Vikings defense boosts Jets offense
ESPN’s Bill Barnwell mentions Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett.
The Vikings are clearly ahead of the Jets. However, the biggest mismatch in this match is Brian Flores vs. Nathaniel Hackett.
โ Bill Barnwell (@billbarnwell) October 6, 2024
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:47 PDT
This image summarizes the first half of the Jets
There are still three minutes left in the second quarter, but this still from Jets head coach Robert Saleh on the broadcast sums up how the first half went for the Jets.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:44 PDT
Vikings TD brought on by Jets penalty
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson had at least one chance to score this touchdown, but the Jets couldn’t help but flag him while trying to prevent him from making the catch. This gave the Vikings excellent field position and allowed them to easily score this touchdown.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:35 PDT
A little explanation of what Aaron Rodgers did in the first half.
Aaron Rodgers vs Vikings
8 interceptions in 30 games in 16 seasons with the Packers.
Today’s Jets’ 2 first quarter picks
โ James Smith (@JamesSmyth621) October 6, 2024
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:33 PDT
Aaron Jones is questionable with hip injury
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Jets get first down of the day
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:20 PDT
Top Tier Congratulations from the Vikings
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:16 PDT
Instant fantasy analysis of Aaron Rodgers’ performance
Hot coverage analysis from Yahoo Sports Fantasy writer and analyst Scott Pianowski:
Aaron Rodgers was better last year.
โ Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) October 6, 2024
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:13 PDT
Aaron Rodgers throws back-to-back interceptions.
Shortly after Van Ginkel’s pick-six, Rodgers made “another” interception, making it his second consecutive turnover.
This game is not going well for the Jets.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:06 PDT
Andrew Van Ginkel pick-six!!!
Minutes after the Jets recovered a Vikings fumble, linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel intercepted a pass from Aaron Rodgers and returned it 63 yards for a touchdown. Vikings lead 10-0!
Sunday, October 6, 2024 07:01 PDT
Jets recover fumble and capitalize on mistake after Darnold ejection
Sunday, October 6, 2024 7:00 a.m. PDT
Sam Darnold takes a breather after taking a hard hit.
Sam Darnold was severely bruised and collapsed on the turf in pain. He left on his own, but backup Nick Mullens appeared for a few snaps.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 06:54 PDT
Rodgers and Wilson’s relationship is still ongoing
The chemistry between QB Aaron Rodgers and WR Garrett Wilson is still lacking. Wilson was on third down and a dart from Rodgers had just gone through his hands.
Rodgers seems to be trying to get Wilson more involved, but he might not be able to do that for very long, especially if the Vikings score again.
Aaron Rodgers passed several open receivers to get Wilson involved, but it didn’t work out.
โ Greg Rosenthal (@greggrosenthal) October 6, 2024
Sunday, October 6, 2024 06:44 PDT
Jets give Sam Darnold big sack
The Vikings could have scored a touchdown on this drive, but a well-timed sack by the Jets forced Minnesota to settle for a field goal.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 06:40 PDT
Sam Darnold looked good in the first quarter.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 06:37 PDT
Minnesota gets the ball for the first time.
The Jets punted after a three-and-out. They are one of six teams in the NFL not to score on their opening drive this season.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 06:34 PDT
It’s underway in London!
The national anthem is sung, SKOL is chanted, and we’re off to London!
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets start at the 25-yard line.