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Patriots beat Vikings 20-12 as rookies Henderson and Chism each record another preseason TD
New England rookies TreVeyon Henderson and Efton Chism III each had another preseason touchdown, and the Patriots beat the Minnesota Vikings 20-12 on Saturday. Henderson, the second-round draft pick from national champion Ohio State who's been turning heads in training camp and tracking toward a prominent role in the backfield,
In similar fashion to Week 1, rookies TreVeyon Henderson and Efton Chism III found the end zone to power the Patriots offense. New England’s defense then limited Minnesota to four field goal attempts and held strong on the Vikings’ final two-minute drive — including a Kyle Dugger interception in the end zone on the final play from scrimmage.
Here are the studs and duds from the New England Patriots' 20-12 preseason win over the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday.
Rookie QB Max Brosmer's decision-making and command were impressive Saturday, while the Vikings' returner situation is looking dire.
What grade did Sam Howell earn on Saturday? Kevin O’Connell’s favorite letter: F. In the Vikings’ 20-12 loss to the Patriots, Howell, their presumptive backup quarterback, looked unready to claim the position.
The New England Patriots extended their preseason record to 2-0 on Saturday after handing the Minnesota Vikings a loss.
Sixty-nine players, including five quarterbacks, from Alabama high schools and colleges saw action during the NFL’s six preseason games on Saturday afternoon.
-- Chism finished the game with 6 receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown. That one touchdown was a jaw-dropper. The undersized receiver showed uncommon play strength by shaking six Vikings defenders for a 12-yard catch and run. You can watch the play here.