McBride had his second consecutive 12-catch game (on 12 targets), the first time that’s ever happened in NFL history. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said afterward, “He’s essentially on many of those downs acting as the third wide receiver underneath; catch and run. Tons of yards after catch.”

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The Vikings have won 15 of their last 20 games against the Cardinals and 11 in a row at home, most recently in 2022. The last time they lost to this franchise in Minnesota, the year was 1977 and the Cardinals were located in St. Louis. Kevin O'Connell's team will look to keep that streak alive today.

But, back to the Vikings. After linebacker Baron Browning dropped running back Cam Akers for a 4-yard loss, quarterback Sam Darnold hit Jefferson for 30. Darnold ran for 12 two plays later and connected with wide receiver Jordan Addison for 17.

Two seasons ago, the Minnesota Vikings made a habit of winning close games en route to securing a spot in the NFL Playoffs. And they're riding that same wave in