Vikings Showcase Depth in Victory Over Saints, Eye Bye Week

WHO:

neworleanssaints.com - Kellen Moore stated, "I think our guys have the right mindset," regarding the team's approach after their recent losses.

neworleanssaints.com - Kendre Miller stated, "The outside noise is really the biggest thing... we've just got to clean up the little stuff that we're doing and just keep balling."

neworleanssaints.com - Jordyn Tyson, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, is not expected to practice this week as he continues his stint on injured reserve.

vikings.com - Joe Huber, who joined the Vikings in 2025 as an undrafted rookie, played "incredibly physical" against the Saints.

neworleanssaints.com - Kellen Moore stated, "I think our guys have the right mindset," regarding the team's approach after their recent losses.

neworleanssaints.com - Safety Julian Blackmon mentioned, "We've got to lean on each other because at this point, you have a lot of naysayers, a lot of outside noise."

Heavy NFL - The Minnesota Vikings worked out a veteran wide receiver amid recent injuries to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

neworleanssaints.com - Jordyn Tyson, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, is not expected to practice this week as he continues his stint on injured reserve.

vikings.com - The Vikings worked out a veteran wide receiver amid recent injuries to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

neworleanssaints.com - Drew Brees joined the Saints Ring of Honor at halftime during the game against the Minnesota Vikings.

vikings.com - Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell stated that Kyler Murray has completed 40 of his past 48 pass attempts.

vikings.com - O'Connell mentioned that Christian Darrisaw, Jordan Addison, and Jordan Mason are tracking to return in Week 7.

vikings.com - Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell, quarterback Kyler Murray, running back Aaron Jones, Sr., tight end T.J. Hockenson, tight end Gavin Bartholomew, tight end Ben Yurosek, left guard Joe Huber, New Orleans Saints Head Coach Kellen Moore, safety Julian Blackmon, running back Kendre Miller, quarterback Tyler Shough.

WHAT:

vikings.com - Kyler Murray completed 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and one touchdown against the Saints.

vikings.com - The Vikings improved to a 5-0 record for the second time in three seasons.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints averaged 18.5 points and 231 yards in their last two games, committing three turnovers.

vikings.com - Kyler Murray completed 12 consecutive passes to start the game against the Saints, tying for second in franchise history.

vikings.com - Murray recorded his 15th career game with more than 200 passing yards and more than 50 rushing yards, ranking third in the NFL since 2019.

vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr., has totaled at least 90 scrimmage yards in each of his past four games, the longest streak among NFL running backs.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints averaged 18.5 points and 231 yards in their last two games, committing three turnovers.

neworleanssaints.com - Kendre Miller stated, "I feel like (Sunday), definitely we were shooting ourselves in the foot," referring to the team's performance against the Vikings.

Heavy NFL - Kyler Murray completed his first 12 pass attempts in the game against the Saints and threw a 15-yard touchdown to Justin Jefferson.

Heavy NFL - Aaron Jones, Sr. rushed for 113 yards on 25 carries and scored his 75th career touchdown.

Heavy NFL - The Vikings defense held the Saints to just 142 total yards and forced three turnovers.

neworleanssaints.com - The New Orleans Saints have averaged 18.5 points and 231 yards in their last two games, committing three turnovers.

neworleanssaints.com - Kendre Miller stated, "The outside noise is really the biggest thing... we've just got to clean up the little stuff that we're doing and just keep balling."

neworleanssaints.com - Coach Kellen Moore emphasized, "We have to respond the right way, which I know our guys will."

neworleanssaints.com - The New Orleans Saints fell to a 1-4 record after losing to the Minnesota Vikings, marking their third consecutive loss at home.

vikings.com - The Vikings are set to host the Colts in Week 7 after their bye week.

vikings.com - Will Reichard has made 34 consecutive field goals.

neworleanssaints.com - Kendre Miller ran for 30 yards and a touchdown on 10 carries against the Vikings.

vikings.com - The Minnesota Vikings won 23-13 against the New Orleans Saints.

vikings.com - Kyler Murray completed 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and one touchdown.

vikings.com - Aaron Jones, Sr. rushed for 113 yards and scored his 75th career touchdown.

vikings.com - The Vikings improved to a 5-0 record for the second time in three seasons.

neworleanssaints.com - The New Orleans Saints fell to a 1-4 record after the loss.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints averaged 18.5 points and 231 yards in their last two games, committing three turnovers.

WHERE:

vikings.com - The game took place at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will play at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., and then travel to Paris to face Pittsburgh.

WHEN:

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will face the Giants on an upcoming Sunday before traveling to Paris to face the Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will travel to Paris to face the Pittsburgh Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will face the Giants on an upcoming Sunday before traveling to Paris to face the Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will travel to Paris to face the Pittsburgh Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will face the Giants on an upcoming Sunday before traveling to Paris to face the Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will travel to Paris to face the Pittsburgh Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will face the Giants on an upcoming Sunday.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints will face the Giants on an upcoming Sunday and travel to play the Steelers on October 25, 2026.

neworleanssaints.com - The game against the Vikings occurred on October 11, 2026.

WHY:

neworleanssaints.com - Kellen Moore emphasized the need for the team to respond to adversity and focus on improving their performance after the loss to the Vikings.

neworleanssaints.com - Kellen Moore stated, "We have to respond the right way, which I know our guys will," emphasizing the need for improvement after the loss to the Vikings.

neworleanssaints.com - Kendre Miller emphasized the need to "clean up the little stuff that we're doing and just keep balling" to improve the team's performance.

neworleanssaints.com - Kendre Miller stated, "The outside noise is really the biggest thing... we've just got to clean up the little stuff that we're doing and just keep balling."

neworleanssaints.com - Coach Kellen Moore stated, "We have to respond the right way, which I know our guys will," emphasizing the need for improvement after the loss to the Vikings.

neworleanssaints.com - Coach Kellen Moore noted, "We have to get better during the week and give ourselves an opportunity to play better football next Sunday."

neworleanssaints.com - Coach Kellen Moore emphasized the need for the team to respond to adversity and focus on improving their performance after the loss to the Vikings.

neworleanssaints.com - Coach Kellen Moore emphasized the need for the team to respond to adversity and focus on improving their performance.

vikings.com - O'Connell noted the bye week is beneficial for recuperating injured players and improving team performance.

neworleanssaints.com - Kellen Moore stated the team needs to respond to adversity and focus on improving their performance.

HOW:

vikings.com - The Vikings utilized a strong running game and effective passing from Kyler Murray to control the game against the Saints.

neworleanssaints.com - Coach Kellen Moore noted the importance of focusing on details and improving in practice to enhance the team's performance.

vikings.com - The Vikings utilized a strong running game and effective passing from Kyler Murray to control the game against the Saints.

vikings.com - Kevin O'Connell stated, "It's a good time from a standpoint of getting healthy," referring to the bye week.

vikings.com - The Vikings utilized a strong running game and effective passing from Kyler Murray to control the game against the Saints.

vikings.com - O'Connell noted that the Vikings' bye week will be beneficial for recuperating injured players and improving team performance.

vikings.com - The Vikings utilized a strong running game and effective passing from Murray to control the game.

neworleanssaints.com - The Saints struggled with pre-snap penalties and turnovers, which hindered their offensive efficiency.

The Vikings secured a dominant victory over the Saints, improving their record to 5-0 for the second time in three seasons, thanks in part to Kyler Murray's impressive performance, completing 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and one touchdown. In the wake of their recent losses, Saints coach Kellen Moore expressed confidence in his team's mindset, while player Kendre Miller highlighted the importance of tuning out external distractions and focusing on the details. Looking ahead, the Saints are set to face the Giants on an upcoming Sunday before traveling to Paris to take on the Steelers on October 25, 2026.