What did Pro Football Focus think of how the Vikings performed on Sunday afternoon at U.S. Bank Stadium? Here’s a look at the player grades from the Vikings’ 19-17 loss to the Chicago Bears:

Top 3 on offense (minimum 20 snaps)

Will Fries … 77.8

Blake Brandel … 76.8

Donovan Jackson … 73.7

Analysis: This falls in line with the eye test, as it didn’t feel as though J.J. McCarthy faced much pressure throughout the game. The offensive line got its flowers as Fries, Brandel, and Jackson all scored well. Christian Darrisaw (70.2) and Brian O’Neill (69.6) weren’t far behind. It’s also worth noting Josh Oliver had the highest grade (77.9) on the offense, while logging 19 snaps at tight end.

Bottom 3 on offense (minimum 20 snaps)

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) listens to Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell after failing to get a first down against the Chicago Bears in the second quarter of an NFL football game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)

Aaron Jones … 48.5

J.J. McCarthy … 52.9

T.J. Hockenson … 55.0

Analysis: It’s a little surprising that McCarthy didn’t have the lowest grade among all players on the offense considering how much he struggled with his accuracy.

That final drive on which he completed 6 of 8 passes for 76 yards and a touchdown augmented his numbers. Drops by Jones and Hockenson negatively impacted their scores.

Top 3 on defense (minimum 20 snaps)

Isaiah Rodgers … 73.3

Dallas Turner … 72.1

Byron Murphy Jr. … 68.3

Analysis: The secondary did a good job limiting Caleb Williams’ explosive passing plays, so it makes sense Rodgers and Murphy scored well as the starting cornerbacks. The impact that Turner made while filling in for Jonathan Greenard was notable. He applied consistent pressure throughout the game and finished with a sack to go along with a tackle for a loss.

Bottom 3 on defense (minimum 20 snaps)

Blake Cashman … 36.3

Levi Drake Rodriguez … 46.4

Andrew Van Ginkel … 50.8

Analysis: These numbers likely have to do with the fact that Williams was able to escape a handful of sacks, break contain with his scrambling ability and fire the ball to open receivers downfield. There were also some good play calls dialed up at key moments that Williams turned into big gains that moved the chains.

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