Sam Darnold showcased his skills with a remarkable 52-yard touchdown pass to Justin Jefferson, helping the Minnesota Vikings secure a 42-21 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. This win marked the Vikings' sixth straight triumph, further justifying their decision to move on from Kirk Cousins.
Darnold's performance included at least 325 passing yards and five touchdowns, making him the first quarterback since Aaron Rodgers in 2019 to achieve such stats in a game. Jefferson and Jordan Addison combined for an impressive 265 receiving yards and five touchdowns.
Despite some defensive concerns, the Vikings appear poised for a playoff run, needing just one more win to clinch a postseason berth. Their next challenge comes against the Chicago Bears.
