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 game in London: Jets vs. Vikings
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Sunday, October 6, 2024 10:13 AM EDT
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 10:06 AM EDT
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 10:01 AM EDT
Jets recover fumble and capitalize on mistake after Darnold ejection
Sunday, October 6, 2024 10:00 AM EDT
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, 9:54am EDT
Rodgers and Wilson’s relationship is still ongoing
The chemistry between QB Aaron Rodgers and WR Garrett Wilson is still not good enough. Wilson was on third down when a dart from Rodgers just went 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.
— Greg Rosenthal (@greggrosenthal) October 6, 2024
Sunday, October 6, 2024, 9:44am EDT
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, 9:40am EDT
Sam Darnold looked good in the first quarter.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 9:37 AM EDT
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, 9:34am EDT
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.
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