Sam Darnold threw two touchdowns in a highly efficient performance and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel scored on a spectacular one-handed 10-yard interception return to lead the Minnesota Vikings to an easy 28-6 victory over the New York Giants. Darnold had touchdown passes of 3 yards to Justin Jefferson and 21 to Jalen Nailor.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold celebrates after a 21-yard touchdown catch by teammate wide receiver Jalen Nailor during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants , Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson celebrates after scoring a 3-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants , Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J.
Van Ginkel’s left-handed grab of Daniel Jones’ swing pass deep in his own territory late in the third quarter put an exclamation point on a solid defensive performance by Brian Flores’ unit and had Giants fans booing loudly as they headed to the exits down 28-6.
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