nfl Game Recap
Recap - Vikings Defeat Indianapolis 39-36
Minnesota got 4 passing strikes from Kirk Cousins en route to a 39-36 victory over Indianapolis on Saturday in Week 15 action at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Minnesota won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -3.5-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 46.0.
Kirk Cousins completed 34 of 54 pass attempts for 460 yards and 4 TDs for the Vikings in the win.
Zack Moss rushed for 81 yards for Indianapolis, while Deon Jackson added 55 yards. Matt Ryan threw for 182 yards for the Colts, while receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and Jelani Woods had 60 and 36 yards respectively.
Minnesota outgained Indianapolis 518-341 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 32-20 by the Vikings.
Minnesota lost the time of possession battle 36:37-33:20, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Minnesota takes its act home to face New York looking for another win. For Indianapolis, they head home to face Los Angeles.