| Played in Minnesota, MN, weather: 26 degrees, fair, calm. |
| Houston won the toss and elected to receive. |
| Start of first quarter. |
| (1Q: 15:00) Kevin Elliott kicked off 66 yards from the MIN35. Bert Keen returned the ball 25 yards to the HOU24. Tackled by Ramon Hatch. |
1-10-HOU24 (1Q: 14:40) Isaac Hall ran around left end for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields, assisted by DT Jermaine Cauthen. Key block delivered by C.J. Riemersma.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Thornton |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-5-HOU29 (1Q: 13:58) Isaac Hall ran around right end for 6 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by S Britt Fore. Key block delivered by Chance Osterhaus.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | --- | | TE J.Thornton |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| --- | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | --- |
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1-10-HOU35 (1Q: 13:33) Dan Puzzuoli sacked by DT Jermaine Cauthen for a loss of 3 yards. Sack allowed by Chance Osterhaus.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| --- | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| --- | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| --- | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-13-HOU32 (1Q: 12:47) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 10 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Britt Fore. Williams gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | --- | | TE C.Williams | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | --- | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-3-HOU42 (1Q: 12:07) Puzz Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 13 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Williams gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN45 (1Q: 11:22) Pedro Bronson ran inside the right guard for 7 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields. Key block delivered by Hunter Kakoza.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | --- |
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2-3-MIN38 (1Q: 10:45) Pedro Bronson ran inside the left guard for -2 yards. Tackled by DT Chuck Ellis.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| --- | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| --- | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-5-MIN40 (1Q: 10:18) Dan Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Mason Rasmussen. CB Lance Cambini defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) R.Barlow | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Secondary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) M.Maxwell | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Burgess | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT R.Lynn | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Rasmussen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | LCB R.Fisk | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| --- | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | DB L.Tyler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Short Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-5-MIN40 (1Q: 10:11) Shawn Barnes punted 40 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-MIN20 (1Q: 10:04) Al Shelton ran a reverse around left end for 10 yards. Tackled by DT Devan Forsythe. Key block delivered by Gregory Reilly.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT D.Forsythe | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes |
| +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | --- | | FB R.Wooden |
| +++ | WILB L.Matson | Spy | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-MIN30 (1Q: 09:28) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Michael Baek. DE Ike Baumgardner hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN30 (1Q: 09:23) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 34 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Brody Fisher. Shelton gained 30 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-HOU36 (1Q: 08:39) Devonte Hayes ran around the left tackle for 8 yards. Tackled by CB Brody Fisher. Key block delivered by Gregory Reilly.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Wooden |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 2-2-HOU28 (1Q: 08:06) PENALTY: WR Damian Athanas of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
2-7-HOU33 (1Q: 08:00) Devonte Hayes ran around right end for 20 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff. Key block delivered by Aidan Bissonnette.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Wooden |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-HOU13 (1Q: 07:18) Larry Atkins ran around right end for -2 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| --- | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-12-HOU15 (1Q: 06:51) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy on QB | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | --- | WILB L.Matson | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-9-HOU12 (1Q: 06:08) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Damian Athanas for 9 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff, assisted by CB Bryson Fenderson. Athanas gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | --- | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-3-HOU03 (1Q: 05:31) Devonte Hayes ran around the left tackle for 3 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Mitchell McCormick. Minnesota 6, Houston 0
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT D.Forsythe | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | TE M.McCormick |
| +++ | WILB L.Matson | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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| (1Q: 05:31) Extra point by Kevin Elliott was good. Minnesota 7, Houston 0 |
| (1Q: 05:24) Kevin Elliott kicked off 74 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-HOU25 (1Q: 05:24) Pedro Bronson ran inside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks, assisted by DE Donte Goins. PENALTY: OLB Liam Tyler of Minnesota was called for Offsides.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| --- | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-5-HOU30 (1Q: 05:14) Dan Puzzuoli pass was blocked at the line, intended for RB Isaac Hall. DT Jermaine Cauthen blocked the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. Minnesota's Chuck Ellis was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor foot injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | SLB L.Tyler | Double TE | +++ | | FB M.Myers | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-5-HOU30 (1Q: 05:07) Pedro Bronson ran around right end for 11 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields. Key block delivered by C.J. Riemersma. Riemersma ran over Lance Cambini to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | --- | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | --- | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | --- | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | --- | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | --- |
|
1-10-HOU41 (1Q: 04:31) Isaac Hall ran around the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks, assisted by ILB Mack Fields.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Thornton |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| --- | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-6-HOU45 (1Q: 03:49) Play-Action. Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Bert Keen for -4 yards. Tackled by OLB Liam Tyler.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Myers | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-10-HOU41 (1Q: 03:08) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Mercury Maxwell for 8 yards. Tackled by CB Rob Fisk.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | --- | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-2-HOU49 (1Q: 02:21) Shawn Barnes punted 51 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-MIN20 (1Q: 02:15) Larry Atkins ran inside the left tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff. Key block delivered by Ramon Hatch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-4-MIN26 (1Q: 01:41) Larry Atkins ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Brody Fisher.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-2-MIN28 (1Q: 00:56) Conner Wisniewski sacked by OLB Malachi Cobb for a loss of 3 yards. Sack allowed by Bobby Dodge.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Bump and Run | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | WILB L.Matson | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB M.Cobb | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | LCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| --- | SS D.James | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS M.Berry | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-5-MIN25 (1Q: 00:27) Cornell Harden punted 39 yards. Rod Barlow returned the kick 7 yards to the HOU43. Tackled by Gregory Reilly. |
1-10-HOU43 (1Q: 00:16) Dan Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Mercury Maxwell. DE Marco Pagel hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) R.Barlow | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Secondary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Maxwell | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Burgess | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT R.Lynn | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Rasmussen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | DB L.Tyler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-HOU43 (1Q: 00:12) Isaac Hall ran inside the right guard for -4 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields, assisted by OLB Fernando Scales.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| --- | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Myers |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| --- | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Start of second quarter. |
3-14-HOU39 (2Q: 15:00) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Rod Barlow for 35 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks. Barlow gained 34 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Myers | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN26 (2Q: 14:17) Pedro Bronson ran a draw inside the left guard for 6 yards. Tackled by S Britt Fore. Key block delivered by C.J. Riemersma.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | --- | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| --- | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | --- |
|
2-4-MIN20 (2Q: 13:56) Rod Barlow ran a reverse around left end for 10 yards. Tackled by DT Jessie Kinney, assisted by OLB Liam Tyler. Key block delivered by Steven Kirk.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB D.Stevenson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN10 (2Q: 13:28) Play-Action. Puzz Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Rod Barlow. OLB Fernando Scales defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Protect | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Myers | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB D.Stevenson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-MIN10 (2Q: 13:21) Puzz Puzzuoli scrambled for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Rob Fisk.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-1-MIN01 (2Q: 12:34) Pedro Bronson ran a draw inside the left guard for 1 yard and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by C.J. Riemersma. Minnesota 7, Houston 6
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Goal Line Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | SLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| --- | MLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | WLB B.Fore | In Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | RCB J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | SS M.Tygart | In Box | +++ |
|
| (2Q: 12:34) Extra point by Samuel Stallings was good. Minnesota 7, Houston 7 |
| (2Q: 12:27) Samuel Stallings kicked off 72 yards from the HOU35. Touchback. |
1-10-MIN25 (2Q: 12:27) Larry Atkins ran around left end for 12 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson, assisted by OLB Deron Collette. Key block delivered by Dale Bennett. Bennett ran over Dexter Williams to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | --- | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB D.Williams | Out of Box | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | --- |
|
1-10-MIN37 (2Q: 11:55) Larry Atkins ran inside the left tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by OLB Chase Jeffries, assisted by CB Dexter Williams.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) E.Determann |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | LCB D.Williams | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| --- | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-12-MIN35 (2Q: 11:33) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Damian Athanas for 17 yards. Tackled by S Dave James. Athanas gained 13 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Man-to-Man | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-HOU48 (2Q: 10:52) Devonte Hayes ran around right end for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette, assisted by DE Ike Baumgardner.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | --- | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | TE M.McCormick |
| --- | WILB L.Matson | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-8-HOU46 (2Q: 10:25) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 2 yards. Tackled by DE Ike Baumgardner.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-6-HOU44 (2Q: 09:54) Conner Wisniewski pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Damian Athanas.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB E.Buckley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-6-HOU44 (2Q: 09:47) Cornell Harden punted 44 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-HOU20 (2Q: 09:40) Puzz Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 11 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Williams gained 5 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Deep Zone | --- | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-HOU31 (2Q: 09:18) Dan Puzzuoli pass was dropped by TE Jerry Thornton.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB D.Stevenson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-HOU31 (2Q: 09:10) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 3 yards. Tackled by S Britt Fore. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | --- | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-7-HOU34 (2Q: 08:37) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 4 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields, assisted by OLB Liam Tyler.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | --- | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-3-HOU38 (2Q: 07:55) Shawn Barnes punted 31 yards. Lenny Duerr returned the kick 9 yards to the MIN40. Tackled by Cary Williams. |
1-10-MIN40 (2Q: 07:46) Larry Atkins ran inside the right tackle for 36 yards. Tackled by CB Lincoln Greer. Key block delivered by Aidan Bissonnette. Bissonnette ran over Carson Biletnikoff to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | --- | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | --- | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB D.Williams | Out of Box | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-HOU24 (2Q: 07:08) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 24 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Shelton gained 23 yards after the catch. Minnesota 13, Houston 7
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WILB E.Lincoln | Man-to-Man | --- | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (2Q: 07:08) Extra point by Kevin Elliott was good. Minnesota 14, Houston 7 |
| (2Q: 06:54) Kevin Elliott kicked off 73 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-HOU25 (2Q: 06:54) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to RB Pedro Bronson for 5 yards. Tackled by OLB Liam Tyler.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | --- | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-5-HOU30 (2Q: 06:18) Isaac Hall ran around right end for 0 yards. Tackled by DT Chuck Ellis.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | --- | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Thornton |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-5-HOU30 (2Q: 05:33) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Rod Barlow for 7 yards. Tackled by DT Chuck Ellis. Barlow gained 6 yards after the catch. Houston's Hunter Kakoza was hurt on the play.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | --- | | TE C.Williams | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Myers | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG H.Kakoza |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-HOU37 (2Q: 04:53) Play-Action. Puzz Puzzuoli sacked by DT Chuck Ellis and DT Jessie Kinney for a loss of 6 yards. Sack allowed by Luke Mayes.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| --- | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| --- | FS J.Banks | Double SLOT | +++ |
|
2-16-HOU31 (2Q: 04:10) Pedro Bronson ran outside the right tackle for 15 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields. Key block delivered by C.J. Riemersma.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-1-HOU46 (2Q: 03:43) Isaac Hall ran a trap outside the right tackle for 7 yards. Tackled by S Moe Tygart, assisted by OLB Liam Tyler. Key block delivered by Luke Mayes.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE L.Hastings | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Myers |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN47 (2Q: 03:15) Pedro Bronson ran inside the left guard for 12 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields. Key block delivered by C.J. Riemersma.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN35 (2Q: 02:41) Dan Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Mason Rasmussen. DE Alejandro Burgess hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) R.Barlow | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Maxwell | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE A.Burgess | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT R.Lynn | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Rasmussen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | DB L.Tyler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-MIN35 (2Q: 02:35) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 11 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields, assisted by CB Rob Fisk. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB D.Stevenson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | --- | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN24 (2Q: 02:15) Dan Puzzuoli scrambled for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Vinny de la Garza and assisted by CB Rob Fisk. Houston's Steven Kirk was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor foot injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| --- | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Double SLOT | +++ |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
2-8-MIN22 (2Q: 02:00) Puzz Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Cary Williams. S Britt Fore knocked the ball out of his grasp. Houston's Rod Barlow was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor hand injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| --- | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-8-MIN22 (2Q: 01:55) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Bert Keen for 22 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Keen gained 9 yards after the catch. Minnesota 14, Houston 13
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (2Q: 01:55) Extra point by Samuel Stallings was good. Minnesota 14, Houston 14 |
| (2Q: 01:43) Samuel Stallings kicked off 70 yards from the HOU35. Lenny Duerr returned the ball 18 yards to the MIN13. Tackled by Dwayne Shipley. |
1-10-MIN13 (2Q: 01:35) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Damian Athanas. DE Ike Baumgardner hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | --- | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN13 (2Q: 01:31) Conner Wisniewski pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Al Shelton. PENALTY: CB Bryson Fenderson of Houston was called for Defensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | --- | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN18 (2Q: 01:21) Conner Wisniewski scrambled for 11 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | LCB B.Fisher | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | RCB L.Greer | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN29 (2Q: 00:39) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Damian Athanas. OLB Deron Collette defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN29 (2Q: 00:33) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to TE Michael Baek for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Chase Jeffries. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB D.Williams | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Houston called a time out. |
3-8-MIN31 (2Q: 00:21) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to TE Michael Baek for 7 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Deep Zone | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB E.Buckley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Houston called a time out. |
| 4-1-MIN38 (2Q: 00:11) Cornell Harden punted 32 yards. Rod Barlow called for a fair catch at the HOU30. |
1-10-HOU30 (2Q: 00:01) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 6 yards. Tackled by S Britt Fore.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | --- | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Short Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of third quarter. |
| (3Q: 15:00) Samuel Stallings kicked off 59 yards from the HOU35. Lenny Duerr returned the ball 13 yards to the MIN19. Tackled by Dwayne Shipley. |
1-10-MIN19 (3Q: 14:16) Larry Atkins ran inside the right guard for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | --- | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-7-MIN22 (3Q: 13:40) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to TE Michael Baek for 7 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Baek gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) L.Krumrei | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Baek | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | --- | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN29 (3Q: 13:13) Devonte Hayes ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by S Dave James.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | TE M.McCormick |
| --- | WILB L.Matson | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-8-MIN31 (3Q: 12:34) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 33 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson. Shelton gained 24 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-HOU36 (3Q: 12:09) Larry Atkins ran around the left tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by OLB Chase Jeffries. Key block delivered by Ramon Hatch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | --- | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-4-HOU30 (3Q: 11:24) Larry Atkins ran around left end for -1 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson, assisted by OLB Chase Jeffries.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) E.Determann |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| --- | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 3-5-HOU31 (3Q: 10:56) PENALTY: T Dale Bennett of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
3-10-HOU36 (3Q: 10:49) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Al Shelton. CB Dexter Williams defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-10-HOU36 (3Q: 10:41) Cornell Harden punted 36 yards. Touchback. |
| 1-10-HOU20 (3Q: 10:34) PENALTY: G Luke Mayes of Houston was called for a False Start. |
1-15-HOU15 (3Q: 10:28) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Rod Barlow for -4 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | --- | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-19-HOU11 (3Q: 10:07) Dan Puzzuoli pass was dropped by WR Mercury Maxwell. Minnesota's Liam Tyler was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor leg injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-19-HOU11 (3Q: 10:00) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to RB Pedro Bronson for 8 yards. Tackled by S Dana Stevenson. Bronson gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB D.Stevenson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-11-HOU19 (3Q: 09:29) Shawn Barnes punted 32 yards. Lenny Duerr returned the kick 2 yards to the HOU49. Tackled by Carson Biletnikoff. |
1-10-HOU49 (3Q: 09:21) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Larry O'Steen. CB Brody Fisher defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Gilbertson | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE L.O'Steen | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | --- | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-HOU49 (3Q: 09:15) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Damian Athanas for 14 yards. Tackled by OLB Taylor Freestone. Athanas gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Freestone | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT L.Duerr | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | LCB E.Buckley | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | DB N.Madison | Short Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS M.Berry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS B.Fisher | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-HOU35 (3Q: 08:41) Larry Atkins ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-7-HOU32 (3Q: 08:04) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Lenny Duerr for 28 yards. Tackled by S Mickey Berry. Duerr gained 10 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | --- | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Freestone | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Duerr | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | LCB E.Buckley | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | DB N.Madison | Short Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS M.Berry | Deep Zone | --- | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS B.Fisher | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-4-HOU04 (3Q: 07:21) Devonte Hayes ran inside the right tackle for 4 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Ramon Hatch. Minnesota 20, Houston 14
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | TE M.McCormick |
| +++ | WILB L.Matson | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| (3Q: 07:21) Extra point by Kevin Elliott was good. Minnesota 21, Houston 14 |
| (3Q: 07:10) Kevin Elliott kicked off 73 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-HOU25 (3Q: 07:10) Isaac Hall ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | --- | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT M.Pagel | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | --- | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Myers |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-7-HOU28 (3Q: 06:44) Isaac Hall ran a counterplay inside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by ILB Mack Fields, assisted by S Moe Tygart.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Thornton |
| +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | In Box | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| --- | FS M.Tygart | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-7-HOU28 (3Q: 06:05) Dan Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Mercury Maxwell. DE Marco Pagel hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-7-HOU28 (3Q: 06:00) Shawn Barnes punted 48 yards. Lenny Duerr returned the kick 8 yards to the MIN32. Tackled by Damon Strickland. |
1-10-MIN32 (3Q: 05:49) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 25 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Shelton gained 19 yards after the catch. PENALTY: T Dale Bennett of Minnesota was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | --- | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-20-MIN22 (3Q: 05:37) Larry Atkins ran around right end for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT D.Forsythe | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | TE M.McCormick |
| +++ | WILB L.Matson | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-17-MIN25 (3Q: 05:00) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to TE Michael Baek for 14 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette, assisted by OLB Carson Biletnikoff.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-3-MIN39 (3Q: 04:24) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 10 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette, assisted by CB Emmanuel Buckley. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Bump and Run | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB E.Buckley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN49 (3Q: 03:48) Larry Atkins ran inside the right tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by DT Angel Ferguson. Atkins looked a little sluggish on this cold day.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | --- | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-9-MIN50 (3Q: 03:16) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Damian Athanas for 1 yard. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-8-HOU49 (3Q: 02:37) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to TE Mitchell McCormick for 19 yards. Tackled by CB Brody Fisher, assisted by S Dave James.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | --- | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-HOU30 (3Q: 02:01) Devonte Hayes ran a trap outside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Dwayne Shipley, assisted by CB Lincoln Greer.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT D.Forsythe | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | TE M.McCormick |
| +++ | WILB L.Matson | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-7-HOU27 (3Q: 01:26) Conner Wisniewski pass was intended for TE Michael Baek and was intercepted by CB Brody Fisher at the HOU25. The interception was returned 75 yards for a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 21, Houston 20
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Bump and Run | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| --- | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (3Q: 01:26) Extra point by Samuel Stallings was good. Minnesota 21, Houston 21 |
| (3Q: 01:14) Samuel Stallings kicked off 65 yards from the HOU35. Lenny Duerr returned the ball 24 yards to the MIN24. Tackled by Jerry Thornton. |
| 1-10-MIN24 (3Q: 00:43) PENALTY: G Gregory Reilly of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
1-15-MIN19 (3Q: 00:34) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 5 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Brody Fisher.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE L.O'Steen | Protect | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of fourth quarter. |
2-10-MIN24 (4Q: 15:00) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski sacked by OLB Carson Biletnikoff for a loss of 7 yards. Sack allowed by Dale Bennett.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| --- | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-17-MIN17 (4Q: 14:15) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Al Shelton. CB Bryson Fenderson defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WILB E.Lincoln | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-17-MIN17 (4Q: 14:08) Cornell Harden punted 38 yards. Rod Barlow returned the kick 22 yards to the MIN33. Tackled by Al Shelton. PENALTY: TE Mitchell McCormick of Minnesota was called for an Intentional Face Mask on the Punt Return. |
1-10-MIN18 (4Q: 13:58) Dan Puzzuoli scrambled for 8 yards. Tackled by S Jerome Banks.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Rasmussen | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | 3tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT R.Lynn | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | DB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-2-MIN10 (4Q: 13:20) Puzz Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Bert Keen for 5 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Rob Fisk, assisted by OLB Liam Tyler. Keen gained 4 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT M.Rasmussen | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Burgess | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT R.Lynn | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | RCB D.Stevenson | Bump and Run | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | --- | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | DB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-5-MIN05 (4Q: 12:56) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Rod Barlow for 1 yard. Tackled by DE Lorenzo Hastings. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Double X(SE) | --- |
|
2-4-MIN04 (4Q: 12:30) Dan Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Bert Keen. DT Jessie Kinney hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Thornton | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Double X(SE) | +++ |
|
3-4-MIN04 (4Q: 12:23) Play-Action. Dan Puzzuoli pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Rod Barlow. DT Chuck Ellis hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Myers | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-4-MIN04 (4Q: 12:18) Samuel Stallings attempted a 21 yard field goal and succeeded. Houston 24, Minnesota 21 |
| (4Q: 12:12) Samuel Stallings kicked off 64 yards from the HOU35. Lenny Duerr returned the ball 24 yards to the MIN25. Tackled by Carson Biletnikoff. |
1-10-MIN25 (4Q: 11:39) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Carson Biletnikoff.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Baek | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-8-MIN27 (4Q: 11:00) Larry Atkins ran inside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Elijah Lincoln, assisted by OLB Deron Collette.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT D.Forsythe | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| --- | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Wooden |
| --- | WILB E.Lincoln | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Spy | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-6-MIN29 (4Q: 10:22) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 13 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Fenderson, assisted by CB Lincoln Greer. Shelton gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | --- | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN42 (4Q: 09:56) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Michael Baek. OLB Carson Biletnikoff hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-MIN42 (4Q: 09:50) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Dwayne Shipley. Shelton gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | --- | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | --- | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | --- | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | --- | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-4-MIN48 (4Q: 09:03) Devonte Hayes ran inside the right tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Emmanuel Buckley. Key block delivered by Dale Bennett. Bennett ran over Dwayne Shipley to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | --- | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB E.Buckley | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Out of Box | --- | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-HOU46 (4Q: 08:32) Larry Atkins ran inside the left tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by DE Ben Lund, assisted by OLB Deron Collette.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas |
| +++ | NT A.Ferguson | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Baek |
| +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton |
| +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | In Box | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Spy | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | In Box | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Out of Box | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-10-HOU46 (4Q: 08:03) Conner Wisniewski pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Al Shelton. DT Devan Forsythe blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | --- | SILB D.Collette | Spy on QB | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-10-HOU46 (4Q: 07:57) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass was dropped by WR Luis Krumrei. PENALTY: CB Bryson Fenderson of Houston was called for Defensive Pass Interference.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) L.Krumrei | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | --- | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB L.Greer | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Deep Zone | --- | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 1-7-HOU07 (4Q: 07:49) PENALTY: T Ramon Hatch of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
1-12-HOU12 (4Q: 07:41) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Luis Krumrei. OLB Carson Biletnikoff defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) L.Krumrei | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Bump and Run | +++ |
|
2-12-HOU12 (4Q: 07:34) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Damian Athanas. DE Marshall Akiyama hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| --- | RCB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Bump and Run | +++ |
|
3-12-HOU12 (4Q: 07:28) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 10 yards. Tackled by OLB Deron Collette.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-2-HOU02 (4Q: 06:42) Kevin Elliott attempted a 19 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 24, Houston 24 |
| (4Q: 06:35) Kevin Elliott kicked off 70 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-HOU25 (4Q: 06:35) Pedro Bronson ran inside the left guard for -1 yards. Tackled by S Britt Fore.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | --- | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| --- | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-11-HOU24 (4Q: 05:59) Play-Action. Puzz Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 11 yards. Tackled by OLB Fernando Scales. Williams gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) B.Keen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB I.Hall | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | --- | | TE J.Thornton | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | WLB F.Scales | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 1-10-HOU35 (4Q: 05:32) PENALTY: C Steven Kirk of Houston was called for a False Start. |
1-15-HOU30 (4Q: 05:26) Puzz Puzzuoli sacked by ILB Vinny de la Garza for a loss of 8 yards. Sack allowed by Jamie Lord.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | --- | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| --- | LCB B.Fore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| --- | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| --- | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| --- | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-23-HOU22 (4Q: 04:47) Pedro Bronson ran outside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by S Christopher Bernard.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen |
| +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow |
| +++ | RDE J.Kinney | In Box | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB M.Fields | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell |
| +++ | WLB L.Tyler | In Box | --- | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Out of Box | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-20-HOU25 (4Q: 04:18) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Rod Barlow for 12 yards. Tackled by OLB Liam Tyler. Barlow gained 13 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Cauthen | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-8-HOU37 (4Q: 03:44) Shawn Barnes punted 41 yards. Lenny Duerr called for a fair catch at the MIN22. |
1-10-MIN22 (4Q: 03:34) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Damian Athanas for 12 yards. Tackled by CB Emmanuel Buckley, assisted by CB Lincoln Greer.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Freestone | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT L.Duerr | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | LCB E.Buckley | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | DB N.Madison | Short Zone | --- | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS M.Berry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS B.Fisher | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-MIN34 (4Q: 03:15) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Al Shelton. DT Devan Forsythe hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE L.O'Steen | Protect | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN34 (4Q: 03:09) Conner Wisniewski pass was intended for WR Al Shelton and was intercepted by OLB Chase Jeffries at the HOU23. Tackled by Al Shelton.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Primary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | --- | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Protect | --- | SILB D.Collette | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | LCB D.Williams | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | RCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| --- | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-HOU23 (4Q: 02:59) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to RB Pedro Bronson for 2 yards. Tackled by S Britt Fore. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE J.Kinney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Double SLOT | +++ |
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2-8-HOU25 (4Q: 02:39) Puzz Puzzuoli pass completed to TE Cary Williams for 3 yards. Tackled by S Britt Fore. Williams gained 2 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE V.de la Garza | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Keen | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | --- | | TE C.Williams | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Goins | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) R.Barlow | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB P.Bronson | Protect | +++ | MLB M.Fields | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Maxwell | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | WLB L.Tyler | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | LCB B.Fore | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | RCB R.Fisk | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | NB L.Cambini | Double SLOT | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS C.Bernard | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS J.Banks | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-5-HOU28 (4Q: 02:22) Dan Puzzuoli pass completed to WR Mason Rasmussen for 4 yards. Tackled by S Moe Tygart. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB D.Puzzuoli |
| *** | LDE M.Pagel | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) R.Barlow | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Ellis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Williams | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Hastings | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Maxwell | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE A.Burgess | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT R.Lynn | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB T.Cooper | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Rasmussen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | LCB R.Fisk | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Lord |
| +++ | RCB L.Cambini | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Riemersma |
| +++ | NB D.Stevenson | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Kirk |
| +++ | DB L.Tyler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Mayes |
| +++ | SS J.Banks | Short Zone | +++ | | RT C.Osterhaus |
| +++ | FS M.Tygart | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-1-HOU32 (4Q: 02:02) Shawn Barnes punted 48 yards. Lenny Duerr returned the kick 7 yards to the MIN27. Tackled by Erik Sununu. |
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
1-10-MIN27 (4Q: 01:53) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass was dropped by TE Mitchell McCormick.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| --- | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN27 (4Q: 01:44) Conner Wisniewski pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Mitchell McCormick. CB Lincoln Greer defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) L.Krumrei | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Protect | --- | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-10-MIN27 (4Q: 01:38) Conner Wisniewski scrambled for 10 yards. Tackled by CB Dwayne Shipley.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Gilbertson | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.McCormick | Protect | +++ | RDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | TE L.O'Steen | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | WILB L.Matson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| --- | LCB B.Fisher | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | RCB B.Fenderson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN37 (4Q: 01:09) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Al Shelton. DE Ike Baumgardner blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN37 (4Q: 01:03) Conner Wisniewski pass was dropped by WR Al Shelton.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Ferguson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE I.Baumgardner | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB L.Atkins | Protect | +++ | SILB D.Collette | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | WLB C.Jeffries | Short Zone | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | LCB B.Fisher | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | RCB L.Greer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | NB B.Fenderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS D.Shipley | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS D.James | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-10-MIN37 (4Q: 00:53) Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 13 yards. Tackled by CB Lincoln Greer. Shelton gained 4 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Baek | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Protect | +++ | WLB T.Freestone | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Wooden | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | LCB E.Buckley | Short Zone | --- | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Short Zone | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | DB N.Madison | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS M.Berry | Deep Zone | --- | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS B.Fisher | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-MIN50 (4Q: 00:33) Play-Action. Conner Wisniewski pass completed to WR Al Shelton for 31 yards. Tackled by CB Emmanuel Buckley. Shelton gained 27 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Wisniewski |
| *** | LDE M.Akiyama | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Athanas | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT D.Forsythe | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT L.Krumrei | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE B.Lund | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Shelton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Biletnikoff | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Hayes | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Freestone | Blitz Passer | --- | | SLOT L.Duerr | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | LCB E.Buckley | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT D.Bennett |
| +++ | RCB D.Williams | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG G.Reilly |
| +++ | NB L.Greer | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Bissonnette |
| +++ | DB N.Madison | Short Zone | +++ | | RG B.Dodge |
| +++ | SS M.Berry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Hatch |
| +++ | FS B.Fisher | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Minnesota called a time out. |
| 1-10-HOU19 (4Q: 00:04) Kevin Elliott attempted a 36 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 27, Houston 24 |
| Final Score: Minnesota Vikings 27, Houston Texans 24 |