Quick answer
- Winner
- Minnesota Vikings
- Final score
- Minnesota Vikings 23–22 Arizona Cardinals
- Halftime
- Arizona Cardinals 9–6 Minnesota Vikings at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Kenneth Murray, Jr.
- Top passer
- Kenneth Murray, Jr.
- Biggest EPA play
- (1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short middle to 33-A.Jones to MIN 19 for 5 yards (53-B.Browning, …
- Game date
- 2024-12-01
Game summary
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Arizona Cardinals 23–22 on 2024-12-01, overcoming Arizona Cardinals's 9–6 halftime lead. Kenneth Murray, Jr. posted a game-high +7.94 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Arizona Cardinals | 3 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 22 |
 Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 23 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
ARIArizona Cardinals
(9:05) 38-C.Ryland 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(4:44) 96-J.Romo 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
(6:05) 38-C.Ryland 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(1:16) 96-J.Romo 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
(:02) 38-C.Ryland 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(8:38) 38-C.Ryland 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(4:43) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right to 18-M.Harrison for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
38-C.Ryland extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
(1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short left to 86-J.Mundt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
(11:11) 96-J.Romo 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
(3:23) 38-C.Ryland 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
38-C.Ryland kicks 65 yards from ARI 35 to end zone, Touchback to the MIN 30.
(1:18) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right to 33-A.Jones for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
MINMinnesota VikingsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q1 9:05FG Chad RylandPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 13
- Score
- 3-0
(9:05) 38-C.Ryland 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q1 4:44FG John Parker RomoPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 26
- Score
- 3-3
(4:44) 96-J.Romo 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 6:05FG Chad RylandPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 13
- Score
- 6-3
(6:05) 38-C.Ryland 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 1:16FG John Parker RomoPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 37
- Score
- 6-6
(1:16) 96-J.Romo 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 0:02FG Chad RylandPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 6
- Score
- 9-6
(:02) 38-C.Ryland 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 8:38FG Chad RylandPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 22
- Score
- 12-6
(8:38) 38-C.Ryland 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 4:43TD Malik HarrisonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 15
- Score
- 18-6
(4:43) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right to 18-M.Harrison for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 4:37XP Chad RylandPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 15
- Score
- 19-6
38-C.Ryland extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 1:24TD Johnny MundtPoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 4
- Score
- 19-12
(1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short left to 86-J.Mundt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 1:17XP John Parker RomoPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 19-13
96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 11:11FG John Parker RomoPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 13
- Score
- 19-16
(11:11) 96-J.Romo 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q4 3:23FG Chad RylandPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 4
- Score
- 22-16
(3:23) 38-C.Ryland 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q4 3:20FG Chad RylandPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 35
- Score
- 22-16
38-C.Ryland kicks 65 yards from ARI 35 to end zone, Touchback to the MIN 30.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 1:18TD Andre Jones Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- ARI 5
- Score
- 22-22
(1:18) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right to 33-A.Jones for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 1:13XP John Parker RomoPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 22-23
96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Kenneth Murray, Jr. · Arizona Cardinals · Passing · +7.94 total EPA · 54 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play - 2
Jordan Jefferson · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +6.71 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play - 3
Trey McBride · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +4.37 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play - 4Johnny Mundt · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.96 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.98 EPA/play
- 5
Jordan Addison · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.45 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play - 6Malik Harrison · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +1.07 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 7
Elijah Higgins · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +1.05 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play - 8
Tip Reiman · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +0.88 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.88 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
Kenneth Murray, Jr. — ARI · Passing
Kenneth Murray, Jr. posted the highest total EPA (+7.94) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Arizona Cardinals. Across 54 counted snaps, they averaged +0.15 EPA per play.
Kenneth Murray, Jr.'s top snap (+4.10 EPA): (4:49) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass incomplete deep middle to 17-Z.Jones. PENALTY on MIN-23-F.Moreau, Defensive Pass Interference, 38 yards, enforced at ARI 47 - No Play.
Biggest single play (-5.61 EPA): Sam Darnold — (1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short middle to 33-A.Jones to MIN 19 for 5 yards (53-B.Browning, 23-S.Murphy-Bunting). FUMBLES (23-S.Murphy-Bunting), RECOVERED by ARI-98-R.Lopez at MIN 19.
Quarterback report card
Kenneth Murray, Jr. led all passers in efficiency for Arizona Cardinals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Kenneth Murray, Jr. (Arizona Cardinals) · 54 dropbacks · 57.4% completion · +1.9% CPOE · +0.15 EPA/play · +7.94 total EPA
Sam Darnold (Minnesota Vikings) · 41 dropbacks · 51.2% completion · +1.9% CPOE · -0.02 EPA/play · -0.97 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Arizona Cardinals | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.024 | +0.015 |
| Offensive success rate | 50.5% | 61.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.147 | -0.024 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.044 | -0.024 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.015 | -0.024 |
| Defensive success rate | 38.8% | 49.5% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Arizona Cardinals +0.02, Minnesota Vikings +0.01) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Arizona Cardinals: +0.02 EPA/play (50th percentile vs. 2024 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: +0.01 EPA/play (48th percentile vs. 2024 team-game averages)
- Arizona Cardinals: 10 drives, +2.44 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 10 drives, +1.02 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Arizona Cardinals — Malik Harrison (Kenneth Murray, Jr. pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — Johnny Mundt (Sam Darnold pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — Andre Jones Jr. (Sam Darnold pass)
Field goals
- Arizona Cardinals — Chad Ryland
- Minnesota Vikings — John Parker Romo
- Arizona Cardinals — Chad Ryland
- Minnesota Vikings — John Parker Romo
- Arizona Cardinals — Chad Ryland
- Arizona Cardinals — Chad Ryland
- Minnesota Vikings — John Parker Romo
- Arizona Cardinals — Chad Ryland
- Arizona Cardinals — Chad Ryland
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the MIN 13 (Q1 9:05) — (9:05) 38-C.Ryland 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the ARI 26 (Q1 4:44) — (4:44) 96-J.Romo 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright..
The second quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 6–3. Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the MIN 13 (Q2 6:05) — (6:05) 38-C.Ryland 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the ARI 37 (Q2 1:16) — (1:16) 96-J.Romo 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the MIN 6 (Q2 0:02) — (:02) 38-C.Ryland 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin..
The third quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 10–7. Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the MIN 22 (Q3 8:38) — (8:38) 38-C.Ryland 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the MIN 15 (Q3 4:43) — (4:43) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right to 18-M.Harrison for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q3 4:37) — 38-C.Ryland extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the ARI 4 (Q3 1:24) — (1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short left to 86-J.Mundt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q3 1:17) — 96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 10–6. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the ARI 13 (Q4 11:11) — (11:11) 96-J.Romo 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the MIN 4 (Q4 3:23) — (3:23) 38-C.Ryland 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the ARI 35 (Q4 3:20) — 38-C.Ryland kicks 65 yards from ARI 35 to end zone, Touchback to the MIN 30.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the ARI 5 (Q4 1:18) — (1:18) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right to 33-A.Jones for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q4 1:13) — 96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 2:10) — (2:10) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right to 18-J.Jefferson to ARI 21 for 12 yards (53-B.Browning) [54-X.Thomas].
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 1:24) — (1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short middle to 33-A.Jones to MIN 19 for 5 yards (53-B.Browning, 23-S.Murphy-Bunting). FUMBLES (23-S.Murphy-Bunting), RECOVERED by ARI-98-R.Lopez at MIN 19.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 0:40) — (:40) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass deep right intended for 18-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 1-S.Griffin [52-Ji.Ward] at MIN 45. 1-S.Griffin to MIN 45 for no gain (18-M.Harrison).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 0:53) — (:53) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-K.Murray sacked at ARI 27 for -8 yards (58-J.Greenard). FUMBLES (58-J.Greenard), and recovers at ARI 27.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 14:10) — (14:10) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass deep right to 18-J.Jefferson to ARI 42 for 30 yards (2-Ma.Wilson).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 1:24) — (1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short middle to 33-A.Jones to MIN 19 for 5 yards (53-B.Browning, 23-S.Murphy-Bunting). FUMBLES (23-S.Murphy-Bunting), RECOVERED by ARI-98-R.Lopez at MIN 19.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 4:49) — (4:49) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass incomplete deep middle to 17-Z.Jones. PENALTY on MIN-23-F.Moreau, Defensive Pass Interference, 38 yards, enforced at ARI 47 - No Play.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 14:22) — (14:22) 38-C.Ryland 45 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 13:31) — (13:31) 96-J.Romo 43 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q1 9:05 · MIN 13 · Score 3-0
(9:05) 38-C.Ryland 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 4:44 · ARI 26 · Score 3-3
(4:44) 96-J.Romo 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q2 6:05 · MIN 13 · Score 6-3
(6:05) 38-C.Ryland 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 1:16 · ARI 37 · Score 6-6
(1:16) 96-J.Romo 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q2 0:02 · MIN 6 · Score 9-6
(:02) 38-C.Ryland 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q3 8:38 · MIN 22 · Score 12-6
(8:38) 38-C.Ryland 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q3 4:43 · MIN 15 · Score 18-6
(4:43) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right to 18-M.Harrison for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q3 4:37 · MIN 15 · Score 19-6
38-C.Ryland extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 1:24 · ARI 4 · Score 19-12
(1:24) 14-S.Darnold pass short left to 86-J.Mundt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 1:17 · ARI 15 · Score 19-13
96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q4 11:11 · ARI 13 · Score 19-16
(11:11) 96-J.Romo 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q4 3:23 · MIN 4 · Score 22-16
(3:23) 38-C.Ryland 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-12-B.Gillikin. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q4 3:20 · ARI 35 · Score 22-16
38-C.Ryland kicks 65 yards from ARI 35 to end zone, Touchback to the MIN 30. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 1:18 · ARI 5 · Score 22-22
(1:18) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right to 33-A.Jones for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 1:13 · ARI 15 · Score 22-23
96-J.Romo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.McQuaide, Holder-17-R.Wright.
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.
- Kenneth Murray, Jr. (Arizona Cardinals) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arizona Cardinals vs Minnesota Vikings on 2024-12-01?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Arizona Cardinals 23-22 in Week 13, 2024.
What was the score by quarter in Arizona Cardinals vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Arizona Cardinals 3, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: Arizona Cardinals 6, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q3: Arizona Cardinals 10, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q4: Arizona Cardinals 6, Minnesota Vikings 10; Final: Arizona Cardinals 22, Minnesota Vikings 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Arizona Cardinals vs Minnesota Vikings?
Arizona Cardinals touchdown — M. Harrison (K. Murray pass) (Q3 4:43) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — J. Mundt (S. Darnold pass) (Q3 1:24) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Jones (S. Darnold pass) (Q4 1:18) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Ryland (Q1 9:05, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — J. Romo (Q1 4:44, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Ryland (Q2 6:05, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — J. Romo (Q2 1:16, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Ryland (Q2 0:02, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Ryland (Q3 8:38, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — J. Romo (Q4 11:11, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Ryland (Q4 3:23, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Ryland (Q4 3:20, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Arizona Cardinals vs Minnesota Vikings?
Kenneth Murray, Jr. (Arizona Cardinals), 57.4% completion, +1.9% CPOE, +0.15 EPA per dropback, +7.94 total passing EPA. Sam Darnold (Minnesota Vikings), 51.2% completion, +1.9% CPOE, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -0.97 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Arizona Cardinals vs Minnesota Vikings?
Kenneth Murray, Jr. (Arizona Cardinals) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +7.94 total EPA on Passing plays. across 54 snaps. Their top snap (+4.10 EPA): (4:49) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass incomplete deep middle to 17-Z.Jones. PENALTY on MIN-23-F.Moreau, Defensive Pass Interference, 38 yards, enforced at ARI 47 - No Play..
Was Arizona Cardinals vs Minnesota Vikings a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. Minnesota Vikings won 23-22 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 6-5 Now 6-6 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 9-2 Now 10-2 W
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