The Minnesota Vikings beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 12-7 on November 10, 2024, at EverBank Stadium. After giving up a touchdown on the first drive, the Vikings’ defense shut down the Jaguars for the rest of the game.
Jacksonville finished with only 143 yards, their lowest total in three years under coach Doug Pederson.
It was a strange game: the Vikings won without scoring a single touchdown, and both quarterbacks threw a combined five interceptions. Sam Darnold had three picks for Minnesota; his first game with that many in three years. But the defense stopped the Jaguars each time.
With the win, Minnesota improved to 7-2 and stayed in the NFC playoff race. Jacksonville dropped to 2-8 and extended their losing streak.
See Why This Was Week 10’s Weirdest Game
This defensive battle broke multiple unusual patterns that made it memorable.
| Category | Vikings | Jaguars |
| Final score | 12 | 7 |
| Total yards | 402 | 143 |
| Passing yards | 241 | 111 |
| Rushing yards | 169 | 56 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 3 |
| Third-down rate | 5/14 | 5/11 |
| Time of possession | 42:19 | 17:41 |
| Plays run | 82 | 43 |
The 12-7 final score was one of the lowest in the 2024 season. Minnesota won without scoring a touchdown, relying entirely on John Parker Romo’s 4 field goals. Both teams threw 3 interceptions each, but Jacksonville could not capitalize on any of Darnold’s mistakes.
The Vikings ran 39 more plays and held the ball for nearly 25 more minutes, completely controlling tempo despite the turnovers.
Jacksonville actually converted third downs at a higher rate (45% vs 36%), but Minnesota ran so many more plays that they sustained longer drives and wore down the Jaguars defense.
Compare How Sam Darnold and Mac Jones Struggled
Both quarterbacks had rough days, but Darnold’s defense saved him while Mac Jones got no help.
| Quarterback | Team | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT | Sacks | QBR | Rush yards |
| Sam Darnold | Vikings | 24/38 | 241 | 0 | 3 | 1-8 | 34.0 | 28 |
| Mac Jones | Jaguars | 14/22 | 111 | 0 | 2 | 3-24 | 9.6 | 8 |
Darnold completed 24 of 38 passes for 241 yards but threw 3 interceptions, his worst game since joining Minnesota.
This was an outlier for Darnold, who entered with just 5 interceptions through 9 weeks and a 105.7 passer rating.
All 3 picks came on forced throws into tight coverage when he tried to make plays downfield. His 34.0 QBR was a season low, but the Vikings defense held Jacksonville to zero points off those turnovers, saving the game.
Jones completed 14 of 22 passes for just 111 yards with 2 interceptions and was sacked 3 times. His 9.6 QBR showed complete offensive breakdown for Jacksonville.
Jones scored on a 1-yard rushing touchdown on the opening drive, then the Jaguars offense went silent for three full quarters.
For Jacksonville, this offensive shutout was part of a larger pattern – the Jaguars had scored 13 or fewer points in 5 of their previous 6 games.
Aaron Jones Controls Vikings Ground Game
Minnesota leaned on Aaron Jones to control the clock and keep Jacksonville’s defense on the field all game.
| Player | Team | Carries | Rush yards | Yards/carry | Rush TD | Long |
| Aaron Jones Sr. | Vikings | 17 | 88 | 5.2 | 0 | 13 |
| Cam Akers | Vikings | 13 | 38 | 2.9 | 0 | 11 |
| Sam Darnold | Vikings | 7 | 28 | 4.0 | 0 | 11 |
| Travis Etienne Jr. | Jaguars | 11 | 44 | 4.0 | 0 | 18 |
| Mac Jones | Jaguars | 5 | 8 | 1.6 | 1 | 5 |
Jones ran 17 times for 88 yards and averaged 5.2 yards per carry, consistently moving the chains on first and second down.
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For fantasy managers, Jones delivered low-end RB2 production with 88 rushing yards but no touchdown in a game where the Vikings offense could not reach the end zone.
Akers added 38 yards on 13 carries as the backup. Darnold scrambled for 28 yards on 7 attempts when Jacksonville’s pass rush collapsed the pocket.
Etienne ran 11 times for 44 yards but never broke a long run or found the end zone. Mac Jones scored Jacksonville’s only touchdown on a 1-yard quarterback sneak in the first quarter, then the Jaguars rushing attack disappeared.
Jacksonville’s 56 total rushing yards showed their complete inability to establish the ground game.
Check Top Receivers for Both Teams
Vikings Receiving Leaders
| Player | Targets | Receptions | Yards | TD | Long |
| T.J. Hockenson | 9 | 8 | 72 | 0 | 26 |
| Josh Oliver | 6 | 4 | 52 | 0 | 28 |
| Jordan Addison | 9 | 5 | 48 | 0 | 15 |
| Aaron Jones Sr. | 5 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 21 |
Hockenson led Minnesota with 8 catches for 72 yards on 9 targets, working the middle of the field all game. Oliver added 52 yards on 4 catches with a long of 28 yards.
Addison caught 5 passes for 48 yards but could not break free for big gains. Despite solid receiving numbers, Minnesota could not convert drives into touchdowns and settled for field goals all game.
Jaguars Receiving Leaders
| Player | Targets | Receptions | Yards | TD | Long |
| Evan Engram | 8 | 6 | 40 | 0 | 15 |
| Brenton Strange | 3 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 23 |
| Gabe Davis | 4 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| Luke Farrell | 2 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 9 |
Engram led Jacksonville with 6 catches for just 40 yards on 8 targets, showing how little space Minnesota’s secondary gave receivers.
Strange’s 23-yard catch was the Jaguars’ longest play from scrimmage all game. Davis caught only 1 pass for 19 yards. Jacksonville could not generate any explosive plays after the opening drive.
How Vikings Defense Dominated Three Quarters
Minnesota’s defense shut down Jacksonville after the first scoring drive, allowing zero points for 45 minutes.
| Team | Total tackles | Sacks | TFL | QB hits | Forced fumbles | INT |
| Vikings | 42 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Jaguars | 87 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Devin Lloyd led all defenders with 16 total tackles for Jacksonville but could not stop the Vikings ground game. Travon Walker recorded Jacksonville’s only sack and 1 tackle for loss.
The Jaguars defense intercepted Darnold 3 times but could not turn those takeaways into points, going scoreless after their opening touchdown drive.
For Minnesota, Andrew Van Ginkel and Jonathan Greenard each recorded 1 sack and 2 tackles for loss, constantly pressuring Mac Jones.
Byron Murphy Jr. and Cam Bynum each intercepted Jones once, with Murphy returning his pick for 2 yards. The Vikings defense held Jacksonville to just 143 total yards, their lowest output since 2021.
John Parker Romo Scores all 12 Vikings Points
Minnesota could not score touchdowns but stayed perfect on field goals in the low-scoring affair.
| Player / Unit | Team | Stats |
| John Parker Romo | Vikings | FG: 4/4 (long 45), XP: 0/0, 12 points |
| Cam Little | Jaguars | FG: 0/0, XP: 1/1, 1 point |
Romo kicked field goals from 31, 33, 45, and 39 yards, providing all 12 of Minnesota’s points.
His 4-for-4 performance was crucial in a game where neither offense could reach the end zone after Jacksonville’s opening drive. Little only kicked 1 extra point after Jones’ rushing touchdown.
Look at Vikings vs Jaguars All-time Series
Minnesota leads the all-time series 7-2 and has won the last 3 meetings. The Vikings have dominated this matchup historically, with most games played in the regular season and no playoff history between the teams.
FAQs
Who won Vikings vs Jaguars?
Minnesota won 12-7 on November 10, 2024, improving to 7-2 while Jacksonville fell to 2-8.
How many yards did Jacksonville have?
Jacksonville gained just 143 total yards, their lowest output in three years under coach Doug Pederson.
How did Sam Darnold perform?
Darnold completed 24 of 38 passes for 241 yards with 0 touchdowns and 3 interceptions, his worst game of the 2024 season.
Did Sam Darnold get benched?
No, Darnold played the entire game despite throwing 3 interceptions because the Vikings defense kept the game close.
What are Aaron Jones stats vs Jaguars?
Jones rushed 17 times for 88 yards and averaged 5.2 yards per carry, leading Minnesota’s ground game.
What is Vikings record after this win?
Minnesota improved to 7-2 and stayed in strong playoff position in the NFC.
What is Jaguars record after this loss?
Jacksonville fell to 2-8 and extended their losing streak.
Why did Vikings win despite 3 turnovers?
Minnesota’s defense held Jacksonville scoreless for three quarters after the opening drive and limited them to 143 total yards, while the Vikings controlled the ball for 42 minutes.
How many interceptions did Sam Darnold throw vs Jaguars?
Darnold threw 3 interceptions, but Jacksonville scored zero points off those turnovers.
Who leads Vikings vs Jaguars all-time?
Minnesota leads the all-time series 7-2 and has won the last 3 meetings.
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