On Sunday, October 6, 2024, the Minnesota Vikings took on the New York Jets in the second NFL London game of the season at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Vikings, led by quarterback Sam Darnold, continued their unbeaten streak with a 23-17 victory over the Jets.
Sam Darnold, who was once a part of the Jets but was released after the 2020 season, has surprisingly emerged as an MVP contender this year. He is currently leading the league in touchdown throws and passer efficiency. This game was particularly significant for Darnold as it was a revenge mission against his former team.
The Jets, with Aaron Rodgers at the helm, had a tough time overcoming a 17-point deficit from the first half. Despite their efforts in the second half, they could not catch up and ultimately lost the game. Rodgers, who joined the Jets before last season, has had a mediocre start this year, raising some concerns about his performance.
The game was part of the NFL’s international series, which has been growing in popularity. The London Games have been a staple of the NFL’s international expansion, with this weekend’s game being the first of three consecutive weeks of NFL games in London. The event drew a passionate fanbase from the UK, Europe, and beyond.
The match highlighted the NFL’s commitment to growing the game outside the United States. However, there are discussions about the future of London as a host city, given the increasing interest from other cities around the world to host NFL games.
