Dallas Turner Reflects on Caleb Williams After Vikings-bears Clash
WHO:
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner, a third-year outside linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings.
vikings.com - Caleb Williams, the 2024 No. 1 overall pick and starting quarterback for the Chicago Bears.
vikings.com - Kevin O'Connell, head coach of the Minnesota Vikings.
WHAT:
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner is currently tied for third in the league with three sacks through the first two games of the season.
vikings.com - The Vikings have started 2-0 against division opponents for the first time since 2003 and the third time in franchise history.
vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. has now rushed for over 1,000 career rushing yards against the Bears, joining notable players like Barry Sanders and Adrian Peterson.
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner recorded a total of 5 tackles and 4 quarterback hits during the game against the Bears.
vikings.com - The Vikings defense limited the Bears to 5-for-15 on third downs and zero points on three trips inside Minnesota's 20-yard line.
vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. rushed for 105 yards on 23 attempts, becoming the seventh player in history to rush for over 1,000 yards against the Bears.
vikings.com - Will Reichard successfully kicked field goals from 35, 49, and 39 yards, accounting for all of Minnesota's points in the game.
vikings.com - Harrison Smith appeared in his 209th career game, tying Carl Eller for fourth most in team history.
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner celebrated after his final sack, raising his hand in triumph as the Vikings sideline rushed onto the field.
vikings.com - The Vikings defense limited the Bears to zero points on three trips inside Minnesota's 20-yard line.
vikings.com - Dallas Turner recorded a total of 2 sacks during the game against the Bears, bringing his season total to 4 sacks.
vikings.com - Isaiah Rodgers recovered a fumble at the 1-yard line after Jalen Redmond punched the ball from D'Andre Swift.
vikings.com - Byron Murphy, Jr. recorded an interception in the first half of the game.
vikings.com - Rookie first-round pick Caleb Banks finished the game with six tackles, including one for a loss.
vikings.com - Carson Wentz made his 100th career start during the game, finishing with 11 completions on 20 attempts for 143 yards and a passer rating of 77.7.
vikings.com - Justin Jefferson surpassed Randy Moss for second on Minnesota's all-time career receptions list with a 30-yard reception.
vikings.com - Tyson Bagent completed 5 of 9 passes for 54 yards, achieving a passer rating of 73.4.
vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. improved to 16-2 against the Bears and became the seventh player in history to rush for over 1,000 yards against Chicago, joining notable players like Barry Sanders and Adrian Peterson.
vikings.com - Will Reichard successfully kicked field goals from 35, 49, and 39 yards, accounting for all of Minnesota's points in the game.
vikings.com - Brett Thorson punted six times for 297 yards, averaging 49.5 yards per punt with a long of 62 yards.
vikings.com - Harrison Smith appeared in his 209th career game, tying Carl Eller for fourth most in team history.
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner celebrated after his final sack, raising his hand in triumph as the Vikings sideline rushed onto the field.
vikings.com - The Vikings defense limited the Bears to zero points on three trips inside Minnesota's 20-yard line.
vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. became the seventh player in history to rush for over 1,000 yards against the Bears, joining notable players like Barry Sanders and Adrian Peterson.
vikings.com - Will Reichard's field goals from 35, 49, and 39 yards accounted for all of Minnesota's points in the game.
vikings.com - Harrison Smith's appearance in his 209th career game tied him with Carl Eller for fourth most in team history.
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner recorded a total of 2 sacks during the game against the Bears, bringing his season total to 4 sacks.
vikings.com - Caleb Williams left the field on a cart after sustaining an injury, finishing the game with 15 completions on 26 attempts for 138 yards and 1 interception, resulting in a passer rating of 56.2.
vikings.com - Isaiah Rodgers recovered a fumble at the 1-yard line after Jalen Redmond punched the ball from D'Andre Swift.
vikings.com - Byron Murphy, Jr. recorded an interception in the first half of the game.
vikings.com - Rookie first-round pick Caleb Banks finished the game with six tackles, including one for a loss.
vikings.com - Carson Wentz made his 100th career start during the game, finishing with 11 completions on 20 attempts for 143 yards and a passer rating of 77.7.
vikings.com - Justin Jefferson surpassed Randy Moss for second on Minnesota's all-time career receptions list with a 30-yard reception.
Heavy NFL - Dallas Turner recorded a total of 5 tackles and 4 quarterback hits during the game against the Bears.
vikings.com - Caleb Williams left the game in the fourth quarter after being pressured and went to the turf near the 5-yard line.
vikings.com - Tyson Bagent completed 5 of 9 passes for 54 yards, achieving a passer rating of 73.4.
vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. improved to 16-2 against the Bears and became the seventh player in history to rush for over 1,000 yards against Chicago, joining notable players like Barry Sanders and Adrian Peterson.
vikings.com - Will Reichard successfully kicked field goals from 35, 49, and 39 yards, accounting for all of Minnesota's points in the game.
vikings.com - Brett Thorson punted six times for 297 yards, averaging 49.5 yards per punt with a long of 62 yards.
vikings.com - Harrison Smith appeared in his 209th career game, tying Carl Eller for fourth most in team history.
Heavy NFL - The Chicago Bears lost to the Minnesota Vikings with a score of 9-3.
vikings.com - Dallas Turner recorded 2 sacks, 5 tackles, and 4 quarterback hits during the game.
vikings.com - Caleb Williams completed 15 of 26 passes for 138 yards and 1 interception, resulting in a passer rating of 56.2.
vikings.com - The Bears were limited to 5-for-15 on third downs and failed to score on three trips inside the Vikings' 20-yard line.
vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. rushed for 105 yards on 23 attempts, becoming the seventh player in history to rush for over 1,000 yards against the Bears.
WHERE:
Heavy NFL - The game took place at Soldier Field in Chicago.
vikings.com - The Vikings achieved their seventh consecutive win in Chicago.
WHEN:
vikings.com - The Vikings started 2-0 against division opponents for the first time since 2003.
WHY:
vikings.com - The Vikings' defense effectively pressured Caleb Williams, limiting his impact on the game.
HOW:
vikings.com - Isaiah Rodgers blocked a field goal attempt during the Bears' penultimate possession, preventing them from tying the game.
vikings.com - Dallas Turner sacked Tyson Bagent on the final snap of the game, preserving the Vikings' lead.
vikings.com - Dallas Turner sacked Tyson Bagent on the final snap of the game, preserving the Vikings' lead.
vikings.com - Isaiah Rodgers recovered a fumble at the 1-yard line and blocked a field goal attempt during the game.
vikings.com - Will Reichard successfully kicked field goals from 35, 49, and 39 yards, accounting for all of Minnesota's points.
In a strong start to the NFL season, Dallas Turner is tied for third in the league with three sacks after just two games. The Vikings are celebrating their 2-0 start against division opponents, marking the first time they've achieved this since 2003 and only the third time in franchise history. Meanwhile, Aaron Jones, Sr. has surpassed 1,000 career rushing yards against the Bears, joining the ranks of legends like Barry Sanders and Adrian Peterson, while Isaiah Rodgers made a crucial play by blocking a field goal attempt during the Bears' final possessions, keeping the game in the Vikings' favor.