Vikings vs. Chargers game balls

November 15, 2021 at 1:28AM
Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks (Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

JUSTIN JEFFERSON

Vikings receiver

After being limited to five catches in the past two games, Jefferson was the focus of the offense, gaining 143 yards on nine receptions. Kirk Cousins also repeatedly turned to Jefferson to convert third downs.

ERIC KENDRICKS

Vikings linebacker

A week after a career-high 17 tackles against the Ravens, Kendricks was back in his home state and in the area where he starred at UCLA. He collected a sack and another dazzling interception to go along with a team-leading eight tackles.

TYLER CONKLIN

Vikings tight end

Conklin doubled his career touchdown total with two short catches, including one on fourth and goal from the 1 when two Chargers defenders collided in the end zone.

This is a photo of Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Tuesday, June 29, 2021. (AP Photo)
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This is a photo of Eric Kendricks of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Tuesday, June 29, 2021. (AP Photo)
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This is a photo of Tyler Conklin of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, June 28, 2021. (AP Photo)
(AP/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

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