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Colts vs. Vikings live score, updates, highlights from NFL ‘Sunday Night Football’ game

By November 4, 2024No Comments

An inter-conference matchup will wrap up the Sunday action in Week 9 of the 2024 NFL season.

The Vikings are set to host the Colts on “Sunday Night Football” this week, with both teams holding onto playoff aspirations halfway through the season. However, Indianapolis comes into this matchup having made a significant change recently.

Second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson, who has dealt with injuries often early in his NFL career, has been benched for the team’s veteran, Joe Flacco. Richardson had seven interceptions in six games played so far this season. Flacco, who had already filled in as the Colts’ starter on multiple occasions, comes into Week 9 with just one interception against seven passing touchdowns.

The Colts are hoping their quarterback change will help boost an offense that’s averaging 21.9 points per game this season, which ranks just around the middle of the league. Indianapolis is 4-4 so far, good enough to be competing for an AFC Wild Card spot but not enough to keep up with the Texans (6-3) in the AFC South.

On the other side of things, the Vikings’ 2024 season has had two distinct runs. First, Minnesota opened the season on a 5-0 streak, defeating the Giants, 49ers, Texans, Packers and Jets to remain unbeaten. However, since then the Vikings have lost back-to-back contests against the Lions and Rams, and they’ll come into Sunday’s home game looking to get back on track.

Sam Darnold has found a career resurgence as Minnesota’s starting quarterback this season, with 1,610 passing yards and 14 touchdown passes in seven games. Already playing in a talented offense that includes wide receiver Justin Jefferson and running back Aaron Jones, Darnold is set to get another key weapon back in Week 9, as tight end TJ Hockenson appears to be set to return to the field after a season-ending injury in 2023.

While Indianapolis is searching for some momentum behind the 39-year-old Flacco, Minnesota is looking to get back to its winning ways and remain competitive in a crowded NFC North race.

The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Sunday night’s matchup between the Colts and Vikings. Follow along with the action below.

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Colts vs. Vikings score

  Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 F
Colts 0 7 0 3 –
Vikings 0 0 14 0 –

Colts vs. Vikings updates, highlights from Week 9 ‘Sunday Night Football’ game

(All times ET)

10:40 p.m. — Cam Akers is picking up chunk plays for the Vikings on the ground. His first three carries of Minnesota’s drive go for six, 13 and 12 yards.

Vikings 14, Colts 10

10:35 p.m. FIELD GOAL — Indianapolis makes good of its strong field position after the interception, but settles for a 42-yard field goal from Matt Gay to make it a four-point game. 

10:32 p.m. — Another interception! The first pass of the drive from Darnold is picked off by Nick Cross. Indianapolis gets the ball right back.

10:29 p.m. — Byron Murphy Jr. comes away with a huge interception on Flacco. The Vikings, still holding onto a one-score lead, will take over.

10:26 p.m. — Penalties push Indianapolis all the way back to a 2nd & 30, but Adonai Mitchell gets 22 of those yards back with an incredible toe tap on the sideline.

End of third quarter: Vikings 14, Colts 7

10:22 p.m. — Joe Flacco finds Downs on back-to-back plays, which combine for a gain of 28 yards. The Colts will have a second down to begin the fourth quarter. 

Vikings 14, Colts 7

10:16 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — Darnold goes to Nailor for the score, giving Minnesota the lead. After a slow offensive start, the Vikings have heavily relied on Jefferson to get things moving once again.

10:11 p.m. — Justin Jefferson continues his big night. On a 3rd & 2, Darnold goes deep for Jefferson, who hauls in the pass and sets up another 1st & Goal for the Vikings.

10:09 p.m. — Darnold’s first pass of the new drive goes for 11 yards to tight end Josh Oliver.

10:03 p.m. — Michael Pittman’s first catch of the game set up a 3rd & 6, but Flacco’s next pass falls incomplete. Indianapolis punts, and the Vikings have an opportunity to take the lead.

10:00 p.m. — The Colts start their next drive off with two first down conversions.

Colts 7, Vikings 7

9:55 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — Addison makes an incredible diving effort to reel in Darnold’s pass in the end zone, and the Vikings are finally on the board. It’s all tied in Minneapolis.

9:54 p.m. — A 10-yard catch for Jordan Addison sets up 1st & Goal for Minnesota.

9:50 p.m. — Sam Darnold hits TJ Hockenson for 19 yards, giving the Vikings a first down at the Colts’ 26-yard line.

9:48 p.m. — Minnesota gets the ball to begin the second half.

Halftime: Colts 7, Vikings 0

9:34 p.m. — Flacco takes a knee, sending the game to the break. Neither offense has scored in this one, as the Colts’ scoop-and-score is the difference on the scoreboard. Justin Jefferson is already up to 74 receiving yards, though.

9:29 p.m. — Another missed field goal. Darnold got sacked for a loss of 12 yards on second down, preventing the Vikings from finding the end zone. Instead, Reichard attempts a 31-yard field goal, but he hits it off of the upright. With just 13 seconds remaining in the second quarter, Minnesota hasn’t scored.

9:26 p.m. — The Colts struck out on another scoring opportunity with a missed field goal, but the Vikings are moving the ball well as the first-half clock ticks down. Jefferson picks up two big catches, which go for 22 and 24 yards.

9:20 p.m. — Neither offense is finishing its drives well so far. As the two-minute warning hits, Taylor picks up just one yard for the Colts on a 3rd & 19.

9:17 p.m. — Flacco finds Josh Downs and Alec Pierce for a pair of first downs, and the Colts are moving into Vikings territory.

9:13 p.m. — Minnesota’s drive stalled out, resulting in a 53-yard field goal attempt from Will Reichard. The kick is no good, and the Vikings remain scoreless with under six minutes remaining in the first half.

9:08 p.m. — Jones gets stuffed by Indianapolis on 3rd & 1 to bring up a Vikings fourth down, but they go for it and Darnold converts on a QB sneak to keep the drive alive.

Colts 7, Vikings 0

9:02 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — It’s a defensive score for the Colts! As Darnold is sacked by Grover Stewart, he loses the ball, and Kenny Moore II scoops it up for a 38-yard touchdown. The first points of the game come from a scoop-and-score in the second quarter.

9:00 p.m. — A Justin Jefferson pass? The wide receiver throws the ball to Jones, who converts a 3rd & 16 with a 22 yard catch-and-run. 

8:56 p.m. — After another three-and-out for the Colts, Minnesota takes over possession.

End of first quarter: Colts 0, Vikings 0

8:51 p.m. — The Vikings can’t overcome a 3rd & 16 after losing seven yards on a failed screen play for Jones. Indianapolis gets the ball back as the first quarter comes to a close.

8:48 p.m. — Justin Jefferson’s first reception of the game comes on a 20-yard play in the middle of the field to put Minnesota in Colts territory.

8:42 p.m. — Indianapolis can’t capitalize on the interception, going three-and-out. The Vikings will get the ball back with time ticking down in a scoreless first quarter.

8:37 p.m. — Another turnover to begin this matchup. On 3rd & 3, Darnold escapes pressure and looks for Hockenson in the end zone, but Zaire Franklin was ready for the ball. Franklin picks off the pass for a touchback.

8:32 p.m. — Aaron Jones’ first carry of the game goes for a 13-yard pickup, then TJ Hockenson makes his first catch of the night in his first game since last season.

8:28 p.m. — Fumble! Jonathan Taylor loses the ball on a handoff from Flacco, and the Vikings pick it up. Minnesota gets an early turnover and will send its offense out to the field.

8:26 p.m. — For the first time tonight, Indianapolis gets to a third down. Flacco finds Kylen Granson for 22 yards to keep the drive alive.

8:24 p.m. — They’ve kicked off in Minnesota. The Colts’ offense takes the field first.

7:37 p.m. — Sam Darnold and the Vikings are ready for “Sunday Night Football.”

6:58 p.m. — And the inactive list for Indianapolis:

6:57 p.m. — Minnesota’s inactive list tonight:

6:13 p.m. — Officially making his return tonight: Vikings tight end TJ Hockenson.

6:11 p.m. — Just over two hours from game time, here’s a look at the Colts’ uniforms tonight:

Colts vs. Vikings start time

  • Date: Sunday, Nov. 3
  • Time: 8:20 p.m. ET

The Colts and Vikings are set to kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET on Sunday night. The game will be played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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What channel is Colts vs. Vikings on today?

  • TV channel (national): NBC (U.S) | TSN1/3/4/5, CTV (Canada)
  • Live stream: Peacock, Fubo (U.S.) | DAZN (Canada)

“Sunday Night Football” between the Vikings and Colts will be broadcast on NBC, with fans looking to stream the game able to turn toward Peacock or Fubo, which offers a free trial to new users.

Canadian viewers can find the game on CTV or any of TSN1, 3, 4 or 5, and can stream the game through DAZN.

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Colts schedule 2024

Here’s a look at Indianapolis’ upcoming schedule after Week 9.

Date Opponent Time (ET)
Nov. 10 vs. Bills 1 p.m.
Nov. 17 at Jets 8:20 p.m.
Nov. 24 vs. Lions 1 p.m.
Dec. 1 at Patriots 1 p.m.
Bye    

Vikings schedule 2024

Here’s how the Vikings’ next few weeks look after their matchup against the Colts.

Date Opponent Time (ET)
Nov. 10 at Jaguars 1 p.m.
Nov. 17 at Titans 1 p.m.
Nov. 24 at Bears 1 p.m.
Dec. 1 vs. Cardinals 1 p.m.
Dec. 8 vs. Falcons 1 p.m.

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