Nicole Santos: "Miami's pass rush was the difference. The Dolphins got 6 sacks and Minnesota couldn't stay on schedule, managing only 3 points despite outgaining Miami in total yards—when the Vikings couldn't protect their quarterback, nothing else mattered." Ava Collins: "Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones Sr. did everything they could—8 catches for 83 yards and 60 yards on the ground respectively—but Minnesota's offensive line got shredded and 2 turnovers turned a manageable game into a 32-point embarrassment." Marcus Reyes: "Minnesota's line allowed 6 sacks and the offense managed 3 points—at some point you stop blaming the quarterback and start asking why anyone thought this unit could function when the pocket collapses that fast."

Dolphins were never troubled, putting Vikings away 35-3. Joey Bosa lived in the backfield for Dolphins — 2.5 sacks. Justin Jefferson moved the ball for Vikings — 8 catches, 83 yards — in a losing effort. A season best for Aaron Jones Sr. Total yards: Vikings 317, Dolphins 280.