The biggest question for the Vikings coming into the season was whether quarterback Sam Darnold would be able to revive his career in Minnesota after lackluster stints with the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers. Three weeks in, Darnold is doing more than just reviving his career, he's thriving.

Led by a resurgent Sam Darnold, the Vikings pummeled the Texans 34-7 on Sunday to move to an unexpected 3-0 and up their margin of victory through three games to +55, second best in franchise history.

Jonathan Greenard had three of the four sacks of Stroud, his former teammate, as the Vikings (3-0) intercepted the 2023 AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year twice while rattling the Texans (2-1) with their aggressive and unpredictable scheme — and the crowd noise that cranked up with each stop.