A day game became a night game. It happened with no more or less objective meaning attached, unless one considers that a larger eye test from a prime-time audience carries extra weight. The host Bears didn't wait long before showing the viewing public their kayaking end-zone bit, one highlight of a first half that was dominated by Chicago and no ratings success for the Vikings.
While nowhere close to being in uniform, Vikings safety Jayron Kearse staked out a goalpost and stretched himself into game form before facing the NFC North-leading Chicago Bears on Sunday night. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Anthony Miller was the helmsman of a group end zone celebration after the Bears’ first touchdown at Soldier Field. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs targeted a few fans in field-level seats at Soldier Field to help him loosen up before taking on the Bears. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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![Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) warmed up with fans at the Soldier Field Sunday November 18, 2018 in Chicago IL.] The Chicago Bears toasted the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field . Jerry Holt ï Jerry.holt@startribune.com](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/JNF5W742GPV52OVP3MEJBSJOSI.jpg?&w=1080)
