Quick answer
- Winner
- Minnesota Vikings
- Final score
- Minnesota Vikings 27–22 New York Jets
- Halftime
- New York Jets 9–20 Minnesota Vikings at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Garrett Wilson
- Top passer
- Mike White
- Biggest EPA play
- (13:41) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass short middle intended for 84-C.Davis INTERCEPTED by 22-H.…
- Game date
- 2022-12-04
Game summary
The Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Jets 27–22 on 2022-12-04. Garrett Wilson posted a game-high +7.33 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 23 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Jets | 3 | 6 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 22 |
 Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 17 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 27 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYJNew York Jets
(12:38) 1-G.Joseph 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
(8:34) 6-G.Zuerlein 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(13:06) 4-D.Cook left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
(3:39) 2-A.Mattison up the middle for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
(:44) 1-G.Joseph 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
(:13) 6-G.Zuerlein 60 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
6-G.Zuerlein kicks 65 yards from NYJ 35 to end zone, Touchback.
(9:47) 6-G.Zuerlein 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(1:03) 6-G.Zuerlein 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(12:33) 6-G.Zuerlein 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(8:40) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right to 18-J.Jefferson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
(6:49) 5-M.White left end to MIN 1 for no gain (98-D.Wonnum; 39-C.Sullivan). New York Jets challenged the short of the goal line ruling, and the play was REVERSED. 5-M.White left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
MINMinnesota VikingsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q1 12:38FG Greg JosephPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 33
- Score
- 0-3
(12:38) 1-G.Joseph 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 8:34FG Greg ZuerleinPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 30
- Score
- 3-3
(8:34) 6-G.Zuerlein 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 13:06TD Dylan CookPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 4
- Score
- 3-9
(13:06) 4-D.Cook left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 13:02XP Greg JosephPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 3-10
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 3:39TD Alexander MattisonPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 14
- Score
- 3-16
(3:39) 2-A.Mattison up the middle for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 3:35XP Greg JosephPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 3-17
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 0:44FG Greg JosephPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 23
- Score
- 3-20
(:44) 1-G.Joseph 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q2 0:13FG Greg ZuerleinPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 42
- Score
- 6-20
(:13) 6-G.Zuerlein 60 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q2 0:08FG Greg ZuerleinPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 35
- Score
- 6-20
6-G.Zuerlein kicks 65 yards from NYJ 35 to end zone, Touchback.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q3 9:47FG Greg ZuerleinPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 18
- Score
- 9-20
(9:47) 6-G.Zuerlein 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q3 1:03FG Greg ZuerleinPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 12
- Score
- 12-20
(1:03) 6-G.Zuerlein 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 12:33FG Greg ZuerleinPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 8
- Score
- 15-20
(12:33) 6-G.Zuerlein 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 8:40TD Jordan JeffersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 10
- Score
- 15-26
(8:40) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right to 18-J.Jefferson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 8:33XP Greg JosephPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 15-27
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 6:49TD Mike WhitePoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 1
- Score
- 21-27
(6:49) 5-M.White left end to MIN 1 for no gain (98-D.Wonnum; 39-C.Sullivan). New York Jets challenged the short of the goal line ruling, and the play was REVERSED. 5-M.White left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 6:45XP Greg ZuerleinPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 15
- Score
- 22-27
6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Garrett Wilson · New York Jets · Receiving · +7.33 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play - 2Jordan Jefferson · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.72 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 3
K.J. Osborn · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.68 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play - 4Mike White · New York Jets · Rushing · +3.08 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.54 EPA/play
- 5
C.J. Uzomah · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.82 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.82 EPA/play - 6Jalen Reagor · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.42 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.42 EPA/play
- 7
Carlton Davis III · New York Jets · Receiving · +1.43 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play - 8Z. Knight · New York Jets · Receiving · +1.29 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Garrett Wilson — NYJ · Receiving
Garrett Wilson posted the highest total EPA (+7.33) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New York Jets. Across 15 counted snaps, they averaged +0.49 EPA per play.
Garrett Wilson's top snap (+3.77 EPA): (14:46) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass short middle to 17-G.Wilson pushed ob at MIN 11 for 60 yards (24-C.Bynum).
Biggest single play (-4.98 EPA): Mike White — (13:41) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass short middle intended for 84-C.Davis INTERCEPTED by 22-H.Smith (24-C.Bynum) at NYJ 43. 22-H.Smith to NYJ 35 for 8 yards. Lateral to 7-P.Peterson pushed ob at NYJ 34 fo
Quarterback report card
Mike White led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Mike White (New York Jets) · 61 dropbacks · 50.8% completion · -9.8% CPOE · -0.12 EPA/play · -7.24 total EPA
Kirk Cousins (Minnesota Vikings) · 40 dropbacks · 52.5% completion · -2.9% CPOE · +0.02 EPA/play · +0.66 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Jets | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.012 | +0.006 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.0% | 39.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.125 | +0.028 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.180 | +0.014 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.006 | +0.012 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.7% | 59.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (New York Jets -0.01, Minnesota Vikings +0.01) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Jets: -0.01 EPA/play (49th percentile vs. 2022 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: +0.01 EPA/play (54th percentile vs. 2022 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: 13 drives, +0.54 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 12 drives, -1.19 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Minnesota Vikings — Dylan Cook
- Minnesota Vikings — Alexander Mattison
- Minnesota Vikings — Jordan Jefferson (Kirk Cousins pass)
- New York Jets — Mike White
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — Greg Joseph
- New York Jets — Greg Zuerlein
- Minnesota Vikings — Greg Joseph
- New York Jets — Greg Zuerlein
- New York Jets — Greg Zuerlein
- New York Jets — Greg Zuerlein
- New York Jets — Greg Zuerlein
- New York Jets — Greg Zuerlein
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the NYJ 33 (Q1 12:38) — (12:38) 1-G.Joseph 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIN 30 (Q1 8:34) — (8:34) 6-G.Zuerlein 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 17–6. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYJ 4 (Q2 13:06) — (13:06) 4-D.Cook left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q2 13:02) — 1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYJ 14 (Q2 3:39) — (3:39) 2-A.Mattison up the middle for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q2 3:35) — 1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the NYJ 23 (Q2 0:44) — (:44) 1-G.Joseph 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIN 42 (Q2 0:13) — (:13) 6-G.Zuerlein 60 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the NYJ 35 (Q2 0:08) — 6-G.Zuerlein kicks 65 yards from NYJ 35 to end zone, Touchback..
The third quarter: New York Jets won the period 6–0. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIN 18 (Q3 9:47) — (9:47) 6-G.Zuerlein 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIN 12 (Q3 1:03) — (1:03) 6-G.Zuerlein 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 10–7. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIN 8 (Q4 12:33) — (12:33) 6-G.Zuerlein 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYJ 10 (Q4 8:40) — (8:40) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right to 18-J.Jefferson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q4 8:33) — 1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright.; New York Jets found the end zone from the MIN 1 (Q4 6:49); New York Jets added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q4 6:45) — 6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New York Jets (Q4 1:46) — (1:46) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass incomplete short middle to 10-B.Berrios (58-J.Hicks).
- New York Jets (Q4 3:48) — (3:48) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass deep middle to 84-C.Davis to MIN 16 for 31 yards (24-C.Bynum).
- New York Jets (Q4 0:16) — (:16) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass deep middle intended for 84-C.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-C.Bynum [98-D.Wonnum] at MIN 1. 24-C.Bynum to MIN 6 for 5 yards.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 1:30) — (1:30) 14-R.Wright punts 48 yards to NYJ 49, Center-42-A.DePaola. 10-B.Berrios to MIN 43 for 8 yards (44-J.Metellus).
- New York Jets (Q4 0:58) — (:58) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-M.White pass deep left to 17-G.Wilson to MIN 19 for 18 yards (22-H.Smith) [94-D.Tomlinson].
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New York Jets (Q1 13:41) — (13:41) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass short middle intended for 84-C.Davis INTERCEPTED by 22-H.Smith (24-C.Bynum) at NYJ 43. 22-H.Smith to NYJ 35 for 8 yards. Lateral to 7-P.Peterson pushed ob at NYJ 34 fo
- New York Jets (Q4 1:46) — (1:46) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass incomplete short middle to 10-B.Berrios (58-J.Hicks).
- New York Jets (Q4 3:48) — (3:48) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass deep middle to 84-C.Davis to MIN 16 for 31 yards (24-C.Bynum).
- New York Jets (Q4 14:46) — (14:46) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass short middle to 17-G.Wilson pushed ob at MIN 11 for 60 yards (24-C.Bynum).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 12:38 · NYJ 33 · Score 0-3
(12:38) 1-G.Joseph 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q1 8:34 · MIN 30 · Score 3-3
(8:34) 6-G.Zuerlein 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 13:06 · NYJ 4 · Score 3-9
(13:06) 4-D.Cook left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 13:02 · NYJ 15 · Score 3-10
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 3:39 · NYJ 14 · Score 3-16
(3:39) 2-A.Mattison up the middle for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 3:35 · NYJ 15 · Score 3-17
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 0:44 · NYJ 23 · Score 3-20
(:44) 1-G.Joseph 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q2 0:13 · MIN 42 · Score 6-20
(:13) 6-G.Zuerlein 60 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q2 0:08 · NYJ 35 · Score 6-20
6-G.Zuerlein kicks 65 yards from NYJ 35 to end zone, Touchback. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q3 9:47 · MIN 18 · Score 9-20
(9:47) 6-G.Zuerlein 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q3 1:03 · MIN 12 · Score 12-20
(1:03) 6-G.Zuerlein 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q4 12:33 · MIN 8 · Score 15-20
(12:33) 6-G.Zuerlein 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 8:40 · NYJ 10 · Score 15-26
(8:40) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right to 18-J.Jefferson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 8:33 · NYJ 15 · Score 15-27
1-G.Joseph extra point is GOOD, Center-42-A.DePaola, Holder-14-R.Wright. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 6:49 · MIN 1 · Score 21-27
(6:49) 5-M.White left end to MIN 1 for no gain (98-D.Wonnum; 39-C.Sullivan). New York Jets challenged the short of the goal line ruling, and the play was REVERSED. 5-M.White left end for 1 yard, TOUCH - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 6:45 · MIN 15 · Score 22-27
6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Garrett Wilson (New York Jets) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Mike White (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings on 2022-12-04?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Jets 27-22 in Week 13, 2022.
What was the score by quarter in New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: New York Jets 3, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: New York Jets 6, Minnesota Vikings 17; Q3: New York Jets 6, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q4: New York Jets 10, Minnesota Vikings 7; Final: New York Jets 22, Minnesota Vikings 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings?
Minnesota Vikings touchdown — D. Cook (Q2 13:06) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Mattison (Q2 3:39) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — J. Jefferson (K. Cousins pass) (Q4 8:40) New York Jets touchdown — M. White (Q4 6:49) Minnesota Vikings field goal — G. Joseph (Q1 12:38, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q1 8:34, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — G. Joseph (Q2 0:44, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q2 0:13, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q2 0:08, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q3 9:47, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q3 1:03, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q4 12:33, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings?
Mike White (New York Jets), 50.8% completion, -9.8% CPOE, -0.12 EPA per dropback, -7.24 total passing EPA. Kirk Cousins (Minnesota Vikings), 52.5% completion, -2.9% CPOE, +0.02 EPA per dropback, +0.66 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings?
Garrett Wilson (New York Jets) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +7.33 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 15 snaps. Their top snap (+3.77 EPA): (14:46) (Shotgun) 5-M.White pass short middle to 17-G.Wilson pushed ob at MIN 11 for 60 yards (24-C.Bynum)..
Was New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Minnesota Vikings won 27-22 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
New York Jets
Entered 7-4 Now 7-5 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 9-2 Now 10-2 W
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