Vikings Dominate Commanders in Shutout Victory

MINNEAPOLIS (Interstat) — The Minnesota Vikings delivered a comprehensive 31-0 shutout of the Washington Commanders on Sunday at TCF Bank Stadium before an announced crowd of 66,810. Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy led the way, completing 16 of 23 passes for 163 yards and three touchdowns, connecting twice with tight end Josh Oliver and once with T.J. Hockenson.

The Vikings scored in every quarter, adding a rushing touchdown from Jordan Mason and a 45-yard field goal from Will Reichard. Minnesota’s defense was stifling, intercepting two passes and recording multiple sacks while holding Washington to just 131 total yards. Commanders quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota combined for 108 passing yards in the loss.

With the win, Minnesota improves to 5-8. Washington falls to 3-10.