No Section

Vikings-Texans game balls

October 10, 2016 at 4:02AM
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen caught a touchdown pass in the first quarter as they took on the Houston Texans at US Bank Stadium, Sunday, October 9, 2016 in Minneapolis, MN.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen caught a touchdown pass in the first quarter as they took on the Houston Texans at US Bank Stadium, Sunday, October 9, 2016 in Minneapolis, MN. (Minneapolis Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Adam Thielen, Vikings receiver

Had the best receiving day of his career with seven catches for 127 yards and a 36-yard touchdown.

Marcus Sherels, Vikings punt returner

His 79-yard punt return for a touchdown put the Vikings ahead 24-0 and tied a team record for punt return TDs (five).

Brian Robison, Vikings defensive end

Tough to single out anyone in this dominating unit, but Robison had two sacks, so we'll give the veteran some pub.

This is a photo of Marcus Sherels of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, July 6, 2015. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a photo of Marcus Sherels of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, July 6, 2015. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of Brian Robison of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, June 15, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Brian Robison of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Monday, June 15, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
This is a 2015 photo of Adam Thielen of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Tuesday, June 16, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15
This is a 2015 photo of Adam Thielen of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Tuesday, June 16, 2015 when this image was taken. (AP Photo) ORG XMIT: NFLHS15 (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
about the writer

about the writer

More from No Section

See More

No Section

Feeling lost choosing a restaurant? Let our Culinary Compass lead the way.

The Star Tribune’s new restaurant finder matches your mood with an eatery recommended by our food team.

No Section

Sign up for Star Tribune newsletters

No Section

This artisan Wisconsin cider is among the best in the world

card image