# Vikings Super Bowl Contenders?

> Vikings lead NFL in defensive stats with 10-game streak.
- Title: Vikings Super Bowl Contenders? · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Vikings lead NFL in defensive stats with 10-game streak. Minnesota Vikings' defense and Kyler Murray's performance make them legitimate Super Bowl contenders…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-5-overreactions-vikings-super-bowl-contenders-nfc-east
- Published: 2026-10-12T00:48:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: minnesota vikings, kyler murray, nfl, defensive stats, super bowl contenders, nfc east, commanders, seahawks, dolphins, texans, sports
## Vikings' 10-game winning streak
Minnesota Vikings have won 10 straight games dating back to last year.
## Vikings lead NFL in defensive success
Vikings lead NFL in defensive success rate at 66.5%.
## Vikings lead NFL in defensive EPA
Vikings lead NFL in defensive EPA per play at 0.22.
## Vikings lead NFL in sack rate
Vikings lead NFL in sack rate at 9.8%.
## Kyler Murray's performance
Kyler Murray completed 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards and a touchdown.
## Murray's game-winning drive
Murray scored a touchdown on third-and-6 to win the game.
## Texans' playoff potential
Texans could make playoffs after starting 0-4 with strong defense.
## Texans' upcoming schedule
Texans have games against Jaguars, Giants, Browns, Colts in next five weeks.
## NFC East losing record
NFC East winner will have losing record after recent losses.
## Commanders' coaching issues
Commanders' coach Dan Quinn made poor fourth-down decisions.
## Dolphins' quarterback situation
Dolphins need to bench Malik Willis after two interceptions.
## Seahawks' turnover problem
Seahawks have nine turnovers this season with four teams having more.
## Catch of the Year candidates
Trey McBride and Ja'Marr Chase made catch of the year candidates.
## What happens next
Vikings remain Super Bowl contenders with strong defense and Murray.
## Key takeaway

Minnesota Vikings' defense and Kyler Murray's performance make them legitimate Super Bowl contenders despite early season challenges.