Wyanews: The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 24-7 in a Week 2 matchup on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field.
The Vikings jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, thanks to a 37-yard field goal by Greg Joseph and a 1-yard touchdown run by Dalvin Cook. The Eagles got on the board in the second quarter with a 35-yard field goal by Jake Elliott, but the Vikings responded with a 1-yard touchdown run by Alexander Mattison to take a 21-3 lead into halftime.
The Vikings extended their lead to 24-3 in the third quarter on a 25-yard field goal by Joseph. The Eagles finally got on the board again in the fourth quarter with a 1-yard touchdown run by Miles Sanders, but it was too little, too late.
Cook had a big game for the Vikings, rushing for 143 yards and two touchdowns. Justin Jefferson also had a big game, catching six passes for 101 yards.
The Eagles were led by Jalen Hurts, who threw for 222 yards and one touchdown.
The Vikings’ victory improved their record to 2-0. The Eagles fell to 1-1.
Here are some of the highlights from the game:
- Dalvin Cook’s 1-yard touchdown run in the first quarter gave the Vikings a 7-0 lead
- Greg Joseph’s 37-yard field goal in the first quarter extended the Vikings’ lead to 10-0
- Alexander Mattison’s 1-yard touchdown run in the second quarter gave the Vikings a 21-3 lead
- Justin Jefferson’s 39-yard catch in the third quarter set up a Vikings field goal
- Greg Joseph’s 25-yard field goal in the third quarter gave the Vikings a 24-3 lead
- Miles Sanders’ 1-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter was the Eagles’ only score of the game
The Vikings will next play the New York Giants on September 22. The Eagles will next play the New York Jets on September 25.
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