The ones that got away
There were three turnovers in the game— all Vikings fumbles, all in Arizona territory:
second quarter (8:19 left)
The play: Wide receiver Jarius Wright fumbled on second-and-11 from the Arizona 23 after an 8-yard catch.
Notable: The Vikings, trailing 10-7 at the time, came up with zero points after a drive that began on their 11.
third quarter (11:25)
The play: Adrian Peterson fumbled on second-and-5 from the Arizona 35.
Notable: The Cardinals converted the fumble into a six-play, 57-yard touchdown drive to go ahead 17-10.
fourth quarter (:13)
The play: Teddy Bridgewater fumbled in the pocket on third-and-10 from the Arizona 31.
Notable: Before the play, the Vikings were in position for a game-tying field goal (or more).
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