The Minnesota Vikings had a strong start to their 2023 season, with several players putting up standout performances in their week 1 victory over the Green Bay Packers. Here are the four best Vikings performances from week 1:
1. Justin Jefferson: The Vikings’ star wide receiver had a monster game, catching 9 passes for 184 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was Kirk Cousins’ favorite target all day, and he made several big plays to help the Vikings pull away from the Packers.
2. Dalvin Cook: The Vikings’ running back had a strong game on the ground, rushing for 90 yards on 20 carries. He also caught 3 passes for 30 yards. Cook was a key part of the Vikings’ offense, and he helped keep the Packers’ defense honest.
3. Harrison Smith: The Vikings’ safety had a big game, intercepting Aaron Rodgers twice and returning one of them for a touchdown. He also had 7 tackles and 2 pass breakups. Smith was all over the field, and he was a major factor in the Vikings’ victory.
4. Danielle Hunter: The Vikings’ defensive end had a strong game, recording 2 sacks and 4 tackles. He was a constant presence in the Packers’ backfield, and he helped to keep Rodgers under pressure all day.
