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The Minnesota Vikings and the Seattle Seahawks met in Week 20 of the 2023 NFL season at Lumen Field in Seattle. The Vikings entered the game with a 7-9 record, while the Seahawks were 8-8.Show more

The game was close throughout, with neither team able to take a decisive lead. The Vikings took a 10-7 lead into halftime, but the Seahawks tied the game at 17 early in the third quarter. The Vikings then scored 10 unanswered points to take a 27-17 lead.

The Seahawks responded with a touchdown to cut the lead to 27-24, but the Vikings were able to score a field goal to extend their lead to 30-24. The Seahawks then drove into Vikings territory, but they were stopped on downs at the Vikings' 1-yard line.

The Vikings were able to run out the clock to secure the victory, 30-24. The win improved the Vikings' record to 8-9, while the Seahawks fell to 8-9.

The game was highlighted by a number of big plays. Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for 231 yards and two touchdowns. Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson threw for 238 yards and one touchdown. Vikings running back Dalvin Cook rushed for 104 yards and one touchdown. Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf caught seven passes for 107 yards.

The game was also notable for a number of penalties. There were 14 penalties called for 135 yards. The Vikings were penalized eight times for 75 yards, while the Seahawks were penalized six times for 60 yards.

The Vikings' victory over the Seahawks was their first win in Seattle since 2016. The win also helped the Vikings keep their slim playoff hopes alive. The Vikings will need to win their final game of the season against the Green Bay Packers and get some help from other teams in order to make the playoffs.