Vikings dominate Texans 34-7 with strong defense and Darnold"s 4 TDs
- Sam Darnold threw four touchdown passes, leading the Vikings to a 34-7 victory over the Texans.
- The Vikings' defense was dominant, recording four sacks and two interceptions against C.J. Stroud.
- This win improved the Vikings to 3-0 for the season and marked their sixth consecutive victory over the Texans.
On Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings showcased their dominance by defeating the Houston Texans 34-7, maintaining their undefeated record. Sam Darnold had an impressive performance, throwing four touchdown passes, matching his career high. The Vikings' defense was relentless, with Jonathan Greenard recording three sacks and the team intercepting Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud twice. The crowd's energy amplified with each defensive stop, contributing to the Vikings' strong home-field advantage. Darnold's touchdowns were distributed among key players, including Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones, who both made significant contributions. Jefferson caught six passes for 81 yards, while Jones rushed for 102 yards and added five receptions for 46 yards. This victory marked the Vikings' third consecutive win, a feat Darnold hadn't achieved in three years, highlighting his resurgence as a starting quarterback. The Texans struggled offensively, with Stroud completing 20 of 31 passes for 215 yards. Their only touchdown came late in the third quarter, a pass from Stroud to Cam Akers. The Texans faced challenges with penalties, particularly from left tackle Laremy Tunsil, which hindered their offensive momentum. Despite Stefon Diggs leading the Texans with 10 catches for 94 yards, the team could not overcome the Vikings' defensive prowess. With this win, the Vikings improved to 6-0 all-time against the Texans. The Texans will look to bounce back as they prepare to host the Jacksonville Jaguars next Sunday, while the Vikings continue their strong start to the season.