Ozzy Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 6 hours ago, vike daddy said: Give Kirk Cousins his flowers. Cousins has been (often unfairly) maligned as a quarterback who is good enough to give his team a chance to win, but has never been a guy who can go win them a key game. Consider that opinion indefinitely suspended after Monday night. Cousins was fantastic, finishing with a stellar line of 35 of 45, 378 yards, two touchdowns and one interception that was ripped from the grasp of his intended receiver. He routinely found outlets when under pressure, never panicking and avoiding making a crucial mistake. He spread the ball among nine different targets, and even found ways to keep the offense moving when both Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson briefly exited the game due to injury. And because of his play, the Vikings were able to build enough of a lead to keep the 49ers at bay. Cousins probably should have tossed another touchdown or two, but the two he did complete -- plus a handful of Greg Joseph field goals -- were enough to score a massive upset win, and perhaps change the narrative of the Vikings, who have now won three of their last four. NFL.com It was his best single game performance as a Minnesota Viking no question. Considering Justin Jefferson was not out there, their #1 WR is a some what still unproven rookie, going against the best defense in the NFL that is arguably the toughest as well. Last year every team that played the 49ers, the game after that they lost because of the physical force the put out as a team on both sides of the ball and how tough they are. Great game by the Vikings to show they can hang in and beat arguably the best team in the NFL currently. Granted Trent Williams and Deebo Samuel did not play. And I did not know but I guess Ezra Cleveland was hurt that game, curious when he is healthy if Risner stays in for Cleveland after how well he played against the 49ers or takes Ingram's spot. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb_K Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 6 hours ago, vikesfan89 said: How was the defense able to slow down the run? I expected them to get pushed around. Did they play more of the big guys up front? They did. Bullard played very well all game, and Roy and Tonga got some snaps. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb_K Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 7 hours ago, Snake Plissken said: Obvious the OL played well tonight and Kirk was phenomenal. How was Risner? He played well. There were NO sacks on Kirk. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelKing728 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 I'll catch the game later today and then share my thoughts. Of course, I wanted to be surprised, and wouldn't you know it, I looked at one of the TVs at work and it had the final score of the game shown on it from ESPN lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikesfan89 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 So I've heard that teams have a bad record after playing the 49ers, does it make a difference if the team beat or loss to the 49ers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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swede700 Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 Outside of the obvious players that played really well (Cousins, JA, O-Line, Bynum), I'm going to give my props to Brandon Powell. I really didn't expect much from him this season, but he proved to be pretty valuable last night coming up clutch in some key spots. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcblack34 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 9 minutes ago, swede700 said: Outside of the obvious players that played really well (Cousins, JA, O-Line, Bynum), I'm going to give my props to Brandon Powell. I really didn't expect much from him this season, but he proved to be pretty valuable last night coming up clutch in some key spots. Powell and Risner were unsung heroes. Definitely played a huge part in the victory. The running game is still very concerning. I feel like Akers needs to supplant Mattison ASAP. It was noteworthy to see Chandler get a few more snaps than usual. If the Vikings win their next game, do they look to add a running back at the trade deadline? I would not be opposed. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swede700 Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 3 minutes ago, wcblack34 said: Powell and Risner were unsung heroes. Definitely played a huge part in the victory. The running game is still very concerning. I feel like Akers needs to supplant Mattison ASAP. It was noteworthy to see Chandler get a few more snaps than usual. If the Vikings win their next game, do they look to add a running back at the trade deadline? I would not be opposed. FWIW, Akers actually did get more carries than Mattison. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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wcblack34 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/kirk-cousins-has-spectacular-night-when-the-vikings-needed-it-most You know Florio was writing this through gritted teeth...and...I LIKE THAT!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vike daddy Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 16 minutes ago, swede700 said: what flag is Bynum draped in...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socrates Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 On 10/18/2023 at 4:42 PM, Socrates said: I have a strong feeling this will get ugly. Which probably means it will be close and they'll find a way of breaking my heart. Which actually means the Vikings will somehow win. Called it. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swede700 Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 1 minute ago, vike daddy said: what flag is Bynum draped in...? It's the Philippines. He talked after the game about how his wife is still there trying to get her visa so she can come over. He does a lot of charity work there in the offseason. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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