The Minnesota Vikings escaped Week 5 with a 21-17 win over the Cleveland Browns, thanks largely to the triumvirate of quarterback Carson Wentz and wide receivers Jordan Addison and Justin Jefferson, and the former suggested the latter two are closer than some might think at first blush.
Jefferson outproduced Addison in terms of yards during the game. However, Addison made the most of his looks. Specifically, he put points on the board for the Vikings. Jefferson did not.
Not just any points, either. Addison scored what was effectively the game-winning TD.
Carson Wentz Sets Record Straight About Jordan Addison, Justin Jefferson
GettyJordan Addison #3 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates with teammate Justin Jefferson #18 after scoring a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons.
Addison logged 41 receiving yards on five receptions in the game, none bigger than his score to put the Vikings ahead by the final margin.
The play left 25 seconds on the clock, in which the Browns were unable to score.
“First of all, he’s a stud,” Wentz told reporters on October 5. “Justin Jefferson is as good as it gets and gets all the recognition, but Jordan Addison has been nothing but a baller since I’ve seen him live these last couple weeks.”
Addison returned from a three-game suspension in Week 4, posting a 4-114-1 line, but he was benched for the first quarter in Week 5.
He was still able to step in and step up when the Vikings needed it.
Jordan Addison Producing at Right Time
GettyJordan Addison #3 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts after a catch against the Atlanta Falcons.
Addison hitting the ground running is surprising, given that he had not worked with Wentz before returning to practice, with the veteran QB taking over for J.J. McCarthy after Week 2. Their quick connection is good news for the Vikings, and even better for Addison.
Addison will be extension-eligible after this season.
Over his first two-plus seasons, not including Sunday’s contest, Addison has recorded a 137-1,900-19 line.
His off-field troubles complicate matters. Issues like missing walkthroughs, which cost him the opening frame against the Browns, do not help, either. Still, Addison’s production has been undeniable, and the Vikings will have to make a significant financial decision at some point.
Jordan Addison Praised for ‘Classic’ Performance
GettyWide receiver Jordan Addison of the Minnesota Vikings.
In addition to the Vikings’ disciplinary actions, Addison received a talking to from Jefferson, who had seven receptions for 123 yards.
Still, many fans on social media reveled in the fact that Addison was able to perform as he did.
“Jordan Addison being benched in the 1st Quarter because of a missed walkthrough, only to catch the game-winning touchdown in the 4th Quarter, is absolutely classic Jordan Addison,” Vikings Territory’s Dustin Baker posted on X on October 5.
“So proud of Jordan Addison, man. Could have sulked after his one quarter suspension and was covered by Denzel Ward all day. But no factor,” Purple FTW! posted on X.
“Goes out and makes the game winning play.”
Up next for Addison, Wentz, and the Vikings, following a bye in Week 6, is a home game against the defending Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles. They lost to the Denver Broncos in Week 5. It will be another opportunity for Addison to make his mark for the Vikings.
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