Vikings vs. Browns game balls: Adam Thielen gets his first touchdown of the season

October 29, 2017 at 5:33PM
Adam Thielen (19) celebrated after catching an 18-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter.
Adam Thielen (19) celebrated after catching an 18-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter. (Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Adam Thielen, Vikings wide receiver

With his first touchdown of the year — and the easiest catch he'll ever make — Thielen finished with five grabs for 98 yards.

Jerick McKinnon, Vikings running back

A dual-threat thriving in Pat Shurmur's offense, McKinnon had 14 carries for 50 yards and 1 TD, and 6 catches for 72.

Linval Joseph, Vikings nose tackle

Underrated but not underappreciated, Joseph finished with 2 solo tackles, a sack and a tackle for loss .


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