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Minnesota Falls 20-12 to Patriots - Recap
The Vikings came up short against the Patriots in Pre-Season Week 2 action on Saturday, falling 20-12 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
The Patriots were a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 36.5.
JaMycal Hasty rushed for 47 yards, while TreVeyon Henderson added 20 yards in the win. Efton Chism III and Mack Hollins added 71 and 38 receiving yards respectively.
Zavier Scott rushed for 28 yards for Minnesota, while Sam Howell added 14 yards. Max Brosmer threw for 156 yards for the Vikings, while receivers Tim Jones and Zavier Scott had 68 and 44 yards respectively.
Minnesota was outgained by New England 314-273 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 19-15 by the Patriots.
The time of possession battle favored New England as their offense was on the field for 34:10, longer than the 25:50 of their opponents.
New England looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Giants. The Vikings will aim to get back on the winning track at Tennessee.