NFL early slate: Dobbs, Vikings trying to spring upset on Atlanta

5 November 2023 at 3:31 pm·1-min read

Joshua Dobbs (15) was thrust into action for the Vikings due to injury, and now he's trying to lead them to a win over the Falcons. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The Minnesota Vikings traded for Joshua Dobbs five days ago. Now he's playing for them, trying to lead them to a win against the Atlanta Falcons.

Rookie fifth-rounder Jaren Hall started Sunday's game for Minnesota, but he left early due to concussion. Dobbs has had some expected hiccups, but now he has the Vikings in prime position to beat the Falcons, who started Taylor Heinicke in place of the benched Desmond Ridder themselves.

Which team will come out with a victory? Follow along as Yahoo Sports provides the latest news, scores and highlights from the early NFL slate in Week 9.

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