The Minnesota Vikings scripted the biggest comeback in NFL history as they surmounted a massive 0-33 deficit to beat the Indianapolis Colts 39-36 in the NFL Week 15 game at US Bank stadium.
The victory seals the Vikings’ spot atop the NFL North division with three rounds to spare as they by default now qualify to the NFL playoffs. They also overcame the Colts finally, getting off a six match losing streak. The loss closes the door this time for Jeff Saturday’s men as they were anyway on a thin rope and on the verge of elimination.
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We now have a look at some of the spectacular comebacks by the Vikings this season.
Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts, 17 December –
Despite starting as the favourites, the Vikings were struggling to get on their foot. However, things changed as the injured Justin Jefferson came back and Kirk Cousins played one of his best performances ever to take the match to overtime. After a deadlock in overtime, the Vikings scored a three-pointer in the end to win a fascinating match.
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Minnesota Vikings vs Buffalo Bills, 13 November –
The Vikings took on the Bills at home in a marquee match up. While the Bills rode on star Josh Allen‘s touchdown to have a healthy 24-10 lead at half time, the Vikings made a spirited comeback, usual performers Jefferson, Cousins and Cook contributed as the visitors tied 30-30 at the end of match time. They eventually beat the Bills in overtime after a three-pointer.
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Minnesota Vikings vs Washington Commanders, 6 November –
While the Vikings led 7-3 at half time in a low-scoring battle, a 7-0 performance by the commanders in the third quarter meant that the Vikings had their backs to the wall. Kirk Cousins came to their rescue once again with a touchdown to ensure that the Vikings edged past the Commanders 20-17.
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Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears, October 9th –
Playing away, the Vikings got off to a splendid start, leading 21-11 at half time. However, a brilliant 9-0 third quarter by the home side meant that they now led by a point. The Vikings maintained their cool, scored eight points to three by Bears and won with 29-22.
Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions, September 25th – While this match was level 14-14 at half time, a touchdown by Jamaal Williams meant that the lions scored 10-0 and were in cruise control before the last quarter. However, last moment heroics by K J Osborn helped Vikings outsmart the Lions 28-24.
