: The 234th overall pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. Last Meeting: August 16, 2025
: Caught 6 passes for 71 yards and a touchdown.
The two organizations collaborated during the 2026 NFL Draft on a trade that allowed Minnesota to move up: NFL: Vikings - Patriots
: Rushed for 20 yards and an 8-yard touchdown.
: The 198th overall pick (used to select Wake Forest RB Demond Claiborne ). : The 234th overall pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick
The Patriots defeated the Vikings 20–12 in a 2025 preseason contest defined by strong rookie performances and defensive stances. 20 Minnesota Vikings 12 Key New England Performers : Drake Maye : Started the game, going 4-of-7 for 46 yards.
: Recorded 3 sacks in a dominant defensive showing. Key Minnesota Performers : : The 198th overall pick (used to select
: Played the second half, throwing for 156 yards but ending with a game-sealing interception.