With the Vikings clinging to just a six-point lead late in the third quarter, the Panthers were looking to set up a drive until 38-year old veteran cornerback Terence Newman came up clutch with an interception.
Newman jumped out in front of an ill-advised pass from reigning MVP Cam Newton, cutting off an out route to Ted Ginn Jr. and leaping into the air to secure the pick. The interception came at a very opportune time, as it stopped the Panthers drive before it could even get under way and led to a field goal for the Vikings, giving them a two-score lead.