21 - 42

(Dec 8, 2024 · Week 14)

In an afternoon, NFC-focused clash that promised to, at some point, commemorate the return of the Vikings’ former longtime quarterback, Byron Murphy Jr. discovered a spotlight that could be taken, and he only needed one hand to steal it. Unwilling to allow Atlanta’s late-game comeback bid to gain steam, Murphy — No. 1 interceptions among cornerbacks through Week 15 — stops the train himself, smoothly tracking down an overthrown ball for a pick and touchback, stifling the Falcons’ momentum outright. Murphy’s play helped the Vikings curtain a dominant, 42-21 demonstration on Dec. 8, 2024, keying Minnesota’s sixth-straight win; individually, the sixth-year cornerback tallied three tackles, one interception, and a 0.0 passer rating allowed (on five targets).

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