Vikings Beat Bengals, Improve to 11-3

Justin Jefferson Had Career Day

Bengals Lose Fourth Straight

The Minnesota Vikings beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-22 on Sunday, improving to 11-3 on the season. The Bengals have now lost four straight games and are 7-7 on the year.

Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for 299 yards and two touchdowns, and running back Dalvin Cook rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown. Wide receiver Justin Jefferson had a career day, catching 12 passes for 184 yards and two touchdowns.

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw for 285 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Running back Joe Mixon rushed for 53 yards and a touchdown.

The Vikings took an early lead in the game, scoring a touchdown on their opening drive. The Bengals tied the game in the second quarter, but the Vikings regained the lead before halftime.

The Vikings extended their lead in the third quarter, but the Bengals came back to tie the game in the fourth quarter. The Vikings then scored a touchdown with just over two minutes remaining in the game to take the lead for good.

The Vikings' defense played a big role in the win, forcing three turnovers. The Bengals' defense also played well, but they couldn't come up with the big plays when they needed them.

With the win, the Vikings remain in first place in the NFC North. The Bengals are now in third place in the AFC North, behind the Baltimore Ravens and the Cleveland Browns.