And give credit to Risner and Robinson, the two Vikings' offensive linemen who joined the starting lineup midseason, for playing quite well. Risner had an elite 88.0 pass-blocking grade, while Robinson battled through a foot injury to play what Kevin O'Connell described as his best game with Minnesota.

McBride had his second consecutive 12-catch game (on 12 targets), the first time that’s ever happened in NFL history. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said afterward, “He’s essentially on many of those downs acting as the third wide receiver underneath; catch and run. Tons of yards after catch.”

The Cardinals and Vikings game will air on Fox. After winning four straight games, the Vikings are 9-2 and staying close to the 10-1 Lions in the NFC North. Next up for the Vikings are the Cardinals,