An 88-yard strike and 3 TDs: Sam Ehlinger’s big night for the Broncos in 34-6 rout of Vikings
Thomas left after hurting his right ankle while covering a deep pass, and trainers had not yet said how serious the injury was.
- On Friday, August 28, 2026, the Denver Broncos routed the Minnesota Vikings 34-6 in their preseason finale in Denver, concluding the exhibition schedule for both teams.
- Quarterback Sam Ehlinger threw for 233 yards and three touchdowns, completing 15 of 20 passes and connecting with rookie tight end Justin Joly for an 88-yard touchdown strike.
- Injuries sidelined multiple players, including Minnesota Vikings safety Jacob Thomas, who departed in the opening quarter, and Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims, whom coach Sean Payton said was "going to be fine. It's a bruise."
- Minnesota Vikings linebacker Josh Ross faces potential league discipline after officials flagged him twice for "unnecessary roughness" and "illegal use of hands," with fines potentially ranging from $11,941 to $23,882.
- The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on September 13 to open the regular season, while the Denver Broncos travel to face the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14.
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An 88-yard strike and 3 TDs: Sam Ehlinger’s big night for the Broncos in 34-6 rout of Vikings
Sam Ehlinger shined with a three-touchdown performance in the Denver Broncos' 34-6 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Friday night.
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T Minnesota Vikings were trying to get through this last preseason game unscathed. Focused on position battles, and backup players, they still had unfortunate luck early. Undrafted rookie safety Jacob Thomas went down in the opening quarter of Friday night’s preseason finale in Denver and has not returned. The James Madison product was covering a deep throw from Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham meant for wide receiver Marvin Mims when both pl…
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