Already in field-goal vary within the waning moments of the primary half, Vikings quarterback Mullens turned a nasty play right into a disastrous one when he prevented a sack by throwing the ball straight at Bengals defensive deal with B.J. Hill, who was already on the bottom after wrapping Mullens up on the QB hit.
Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton made a game-changing interception on the aim line earlier within the quarter, stopping Minnesota from rising its 7-3 lead.
On that play, Mullens focused extensive receiver Justin Jefferson ultimately zone, which is often an awesome concept.
Nonetheless, he badly missed the All-Professional wideout, who was double-covered by Hilton and fellow nook Chidobe Awuzie.
Mullens is the fourth Vikings quarterback to start out this season, following Week 1 starter Kirk Cousins, rookie Jaren Corridor and trade-deadline acquisition Joshua Dobbs. He went 9-of-13 for 83 yards in reduction of a benched Dobbs final week in a 3-0 win in opposition to the Raiders.
Within the first half in opposition to the Bengals, he was 12-of-16 for 155 yards and the 2 interceptions.
Due to Mullens’ pair of dangerous selections, Minnesota is at risk of shedding after outplaying Cincinnati within the first half. The Vikings outgained the Bengals 188-101 and held Cincy’s offense to 5 first downs.
Mullens had an unpleasant 3.4 interception fee for his profession getting into Week 15 and performed right down to his status within the first half. If he continues to make questionable selections, one other change at quarterback must be thought of.