Week 3 in the NFL is officially over so we'll take a look at where the Vikings rank in several statistical categories.
Below is the category and their league ranking:
Total offense: 18
Rushing offense: 7
Passing offense: 26
Total defense: 4
Rushing defense: 12
Pass defense: 4
Here are some other statistical notes:
- The Packers lead the NFL in turnover margin at plus-8. They have nine takeaways and only one turnover.
- The Vikings are tied for fourth in turnover margin at plus-4.
- The Vikings lead the NFL in average starting field position at the 35.5. Percy Harvin leads the NFL in kickoff return average (35.8) while Darius Reynaud is No. 2 in punt returns (17.3).
- Adrian Peterson still leads the NFL in rushing with 357 yards.
- The Vikings don't have a receiver in the Top 50 in the league in receiving yards. Harvin leads the team with 128 receiving yards.
- Harvin leads all rookies in scoring with 18 points. Peterson is tied for second in the league among non-kickers with 24 points.
The Vikings return to practice today at 11 a.m. We have open locker room media access at 11:45. Check back later for notes and quotes.