EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The Vikings are one of two undefeated teams remaining in the NFC (and one of five unbeaten teams in the NFL) after Sunday’s 22-10 road win against Carolina.
Minnesota’s defense dominated the Panthers and reigning NFL MVP Cam Newton, sacking him eight times while snagging a trio of interceptions. Marcus Sherels added a 54-yard punt return for a score, tight end Kyle Rudolph caught a touchdown and Blair Walsh added a pair of field goals.
The Vikings will now prepare for a prime-time tilt against the New York Giants on Monday Night Football.