The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Cleveland Browns 21-17 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on October 5, 2025, improving their record to 3-2. The Browns fell to 1-4 after their rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s first NFL start.[1][2][3]
Key Plays and Scoring Summary
- First Quarter: Browns opened scoring with Dillon Gabriel’s 1-yard touchdown pass to Harold Fannin Jr., taking a 7-0 lead. Vikings answered with a trick play—running back Cam Akers threw a 32-yard touchdown pass to tight end Josh Oliver to tie the game 7-7.[2][1]
- Second Quarter: The Browns scored a 31-yard field goal by Andre Szmyt, leading 10-7 at halftime after a sluggish quarter of punts.[1][2]
- Third Quarter: Jordan Mason ran 3 yards for a touchdown, putting the Vikings ahead 14-10. Browns responded with a 9-yard touchdown pass from Gabriel to David Njoku, regaining a 17-14 lead.[3][1]
- Fourth Quarter: Vikings kicker Will Reichard missed a 51-yard field goal. Later, Carson Wentz led a perfect 10-play, 80-yard drive, capped by a 12-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Addison with 25 seconds left to seal the win 21-17.[6][3]
Player Performances
- Carson Wentz (Vikings): Stepped in for injured J.J. McCarthy, completing 25 of 34 passes for 236 yards, 1 touchdown, 3 sacks endured, and no interceptions. Completed a flawless 9-for-9 passing on the game-winning drive.[7][3]
- Jordan Addison (Vikings): Despite missing the first quarter’s action due to a team suspension, Addison made 5 receptions for 41 yards and the decisive game-winning touchdown reception.[3]
- Justin Jefferson (Vikings): Led receiving with 7 catches for 123 yards, vital in keeping offensive drives alive.[7][3]
- Dillon Gabriel (Browns): In his first NFL start, threw for 190 yards and 2 touchdowns, helping keep the Browns competitive despite the loss..[2][3]
Injuries and Challenges
- The Vikings played without key starters including J.J. McCarthy and three offensive linemen, putting extra pressure on Wentz and the offense.
- Browns relied on their rookie QB and running game with Quinshon Judkins rushing for 110 yards, but struggles in critical moments cost them.[5]



