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Purple Headlines of the Week: Vikings Lose Week 1, Garrett Bradbury Injury, No Contract for Justin Jefferson

The Minnesota Vikings played host to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1.

Unfortunately, the season got off to a sour start for the purple team as they lost by a score of 20-17 to the reigning NFC South champs.

Now, as we get ready for Week 2, here is a look at all the purple headlines of the past week.

Vikings Lose Season Opener vs. Bucs, 20-17

Purple Headlines
Sep 10, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings fan reacts during the third quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

The Vikings hosted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their regular season opener on Sunday, but the game did not turn out as many fans would’ve hoped.