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Browns vs. Vikings final score, results: Carson Wentz leads game-winning drive to spoil Dillon Gabriel's first start

Daniel Chavkin

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After a disappointing loss in Ireland last week, the Minnesota Vikings bounced back and defetead the Cleveland Browns in London this week 21-17 in comeback fashion.

The Browns controlled most of the game, as their potent run offense was tough for Minnesota to stop. However, a resilient Vikings team stayed in the game and allowed Carson Wentz to lead the offense to a game-winning touchdown with 25 seconds left in the game.

Wentz found Jordan Addison for the score, after Addison didn't play in the first half due to a coach's decision. The quarterback, who appeared to suffer a left shoulder injury in the game, totaled 236 passing yards and one touchdown, while Jordan Mason had 52 rushing yards and a score himself.

Cleveland, meanwhile, dropped the first game of the Dillon Gabriel era. The rookie quarterback looked good for most of the game, producing 190 passing yards and two touchdowns in his first start, but the passing offense stalled when Cleveland needed to ice the game away late.

Browns running back Quinshon Judkins was one of the best players on the field, gashing the Vikings for 110 rushing yards in the game. Rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. scored his first touchdown in the NFL, while the Browns defense forced two turnovers.

With the win, the Vikings improve to 3-2 as they head to their byw week, while the Browns now fall to 1-4.

The Sporting News tracked updates, and highlights from the Week 5 NFL London game between the Browns and Vikings. Here is what happened.

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Browns vs. Vikings final score

 

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Dillon Gabriel stats today

  • Completions/Attempts: 19/33
  • Passing yards: 190 yards
  • TDs: 2
  • INTs: 0
  • Passer rating: 94.3
  • Rushing yards: 5
  • Rushing TDs: 0

Browns vs. Vikings updates, highlights from 2025 NFL London game

Final: Vikings 21, Browns 17

12:41 p.m.: After a Vikings timeout, the Browns tried to get more yardage before attempting the hail mary, but Jamari Thrash is tackled in bounds to end the game and secure a Vikings win.

12:39 p.m.: Gabriel's first pass on the final drive is a completion that gets Cleveland to midfield, which will give them a chance at a hail mary.

Vikings 21, Browns 17

12:36 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Wentz finds Addison in the corner of the end zone to take the lead with 25 seconds left.

12:34 p.m.: Minnesota converts on 3rd-and-short with a Wentz pass to Jordan Addison, as the offense is now in the red zone.

12:31 p.m.: The Vikings are now in field goal range as Wentz finds Hockenson and Jefferson for back-to-back receptions.

12:27 p.m.: Minnesota's offense is moving as the game hits teh two-minute warning. Wentz has the Vikings at their own 38 yard-line looking to get into Browns territory.

12:24 p.m.: The Vikings are able to force a three-and-out with 3:16 left in the game, as the Browns called a pass play that Gabriel throws incomplete.

12:21 p.m.: A holding penalty wipes out a long Jordan Mason run and Minnesota can't recover, as they only go backwards on this drive leading to a punt.

12:16 p.m.: A good start to this Minnesota drive as the Vikings get a first down on a Wentz-to-Hockenson completion.

12:14 p.m.: Gabriel's pass on 3rd-and-long sails out of bounds, so the Vikings will get the ball back with seven minutes left.

12:11 p.m.: Judkins continues his strong day by taking a handoff into Vikings territory, surpassing 100 yards on the day.

12:07 p.m.: Wentz is sacked on third down as the Vikings offensive line is struggling with the Browns pass rush. Will Reichard's field goal attempt goes wide right, so Cleveland keeps its lead.

12:04 p.m.: What a catch by Justin Jefferson, who hauls in a long Wentz pass to get into Browns territory.

11:59 a.m.: Minnesota's defense immediately gets the ball back by sacking Gabriel on third down to force a punt.

11:54 a.m.: FUMBLE! The Browns force another fumble, this time on Xavier Scott as Cleveland recovers in their own territory.

11:52 a.m.: Minnesota stops Cleveland short on third down, forcing the Browns to punt.

End of third quarter: Browns 17, Vikings 14

11:49 a.m.: Deep in their own territory, the Browns lean on Judkins, who gets around 9 yards on second down to create a 3rd-and-short.

11:44 a.m.: Mylse Garrett gets to Wentz to end the Vikings' drive and force another punt.

11:41 a.m.: On a second-down screen pass, Jordan Mason gets tackled and is slow to get up, as he needs medical attention.

Browns 17, Vikings 14

11:35 a.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Gabriel finds Njoku on third down in the endzone for his second score of the game.

11:33 a.m.: Facing 4th-and-short, Cleveland leans on Judkins again as the rookie runs for a first down. The Browns now have a first-and-goal situation.

11:31 a.m.: The Browns are now in the red zone as Gabriel and Judkins have Cleveland's offense in a groove.

11:28 a.m.: Judkins has been the best player in this game, as he is dominating the Vikings defense on the ground. Clevland is moving the ball through the running game.

Vikings 14, Browns 10

11:22 a.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Mason finishes the drive off with a three-yard touchdown to give Minnesota its first lead of the day.

11:20 a.m.: Jordan Mason has had a slow start, but he runs the ball for 14 yards on this play to get to a first-and-goal situation.

11:18 a.m.: The Vikings drive extends on another Browns penalty, getting Minnesota closer to midfield. Wentz then finds Justin Jefferson deep down field for 21 yards.

11:15 a.m.: We are back from halftime, as Carson Wentz appears ready to return despite his shoulder injury.

Halftime Browns 10, Vikings 7

10:56 a.m.: FIELD GOAL! Cleveland takes a three-point lead ahead of halftime.

10:55 a.m.: The Browns are unable to get across the endzone, leading to a field-goal attempt with 13 second left in the half.

10:51 a.m.: Gabriel is moving the Browns down the field, as Cleveland is now within the red zone as halftime quickly approaches.

10:48 a.m.: Wentz appeared to suffer a shoulder injury on the Vikings last offensive play, making his return questionable.

10:46 a.m.: On third down, Gabriel's completion is a yard short, but Cleveland gets the first down with a Jerome Ford run on fourth down. The Browns are now in their two-minute offense.

10:42 a.m.: The defenses are dominating this game, as Cleveland forces another Minnesota punt by tackling Wentz short of the first down.

10:38 a.m.: The call is overturned, so the Browns will instead punt away.

10:36 a.m.: on 3rd-and-long, Gabriel makes a nice throw to Jerry Jeudy for a first down, but the play will be challenged by Minnesota.

10:32 a.m.: After penalties wiped out a big gain, Wentz rushes just short of the third down marker, leading to a punt.

10:24 a.m.: The Browns go three-and-out on their drive, but not before Gabriel tried to run for the first down on 3rd-and-long. However, he ended up two yards short.

10:19 a.m.: Cleveland's defense ends the Vikings drive as they tackle Jordan Mason for a loss on 3rd-and-1.

10:17 a.m.: On third down, the Vikings get a gift as the Browns commit a holding penalty to extend the drive to midfield.

10:11 a.m.: Cleveland penalties keep pushing the Browns offense back, which forced them to punt away.

End of first quarter: Browns 7, Vikings 7

10:05 a.m.: A long Judkins touchdown is called back due to penalty, wiping out a huge play.

10:04 a.m.: Cleveland's rookies are all over this game as Gabriel, Judkins, Fannin and Dylan Sampson are moving the ball.

Browns 7, Vikings 7

9:59 a.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota calls a trick play, with Cam Akers throwing the ball to Josh Oliver for six.

9:58 a.m.: Minnesota is moving down the field through the air, as Wentz is finding multiple receivers for first downs.

9:54 a.m.: Carson Wentz and Justin Jefferson connect for a third-down conversion that gains around 15 yards.

Browns 7, Vikings 0

9:48 a.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Gabriel finds Harold Fannin Jr. in the endzone to open the scoring. It's Fannin's first NFL scores.

9:46 a.m.: Facing a 4th-and-1, the Browns opt to go for it and convert with a Judkins run.

9:44 a.m.: Quinshon Judkins takes the first carry of the drive 32 yards and all the way inside the red zone, setting thing sup for the Browns.

9:41 a.m.: FUMBLE! Mason fumbles the ball on a carry near the 50, and Cleveland forces the first turnover of the game.

9:39 a.m.: A good start for the Vikings, who are moving down the field thanks to Jordan Mason and T.J. Hockenson. They started deep in their own territory and are now near midfield.

9:36 a.m.: Gabriel's first pass comes after a penalty backs Cleveland up, but he finds David Njoku for a 13-yard gain. The Browns face third-and-short, but Gabriel's pass falls incomplete as the punting unit comes out.

9:32 a.m.: We are underway from London! The Browns will get the ball first, which means it's Dillon Gabriel time.

9:19 a.m.: And here are the Browns inactives, although Shefeur Sanders will dress as the emergency third quarterback.

9:14 a.m.: Here are the inactives for the Vikings, which includes starting tackle Brian O'Neill.

9:00 a.m.: As the Browns look for their second win, Dillon Gabriel is warming up and preparing for his first carer NFL start.

Where to watch Browns vs. Vikings

Browns vs. Vikings start time

  • Date: October 5
  • Time: 9:30 a.m. ET

The Vikings and Browns will play in the first London game of the year, as the game will kick off at 9:30 a.m. ET. That means the game will begin at 2:30 p.m. local tim.

What channel is Browns vs. Vikings on today

  • TV channel: NFL Network
  • Live stream: NFL+ Premium, Fubo

The London game between the Vikings and Browns can be live streamed on NFL+ Premium, along with Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.

Vikings schedule 2025

DateOpponentTimeTV Channel
10/5@ Browns9:30 a.m.NFL Network
10/19vs. Eagles1:00 p.m.Fox
10/23@ Chargers8:15 p.m.Prime Video
11/2@ Lions1:00 p.m.Fox
11/9vs. Ravens1:00 p.m.Fox
11/16vs. Bears1:00 p.m.Fox
11/23@ Packers1:00 p.m.Fox
11/30@ Seahawks4:05 p.m.Fox
12/7vs. Commanders1:00 p.m.Fox
12/14@ Cowboys8:20 p.m.NBC
12/21@ Giants1:00 p.m.Fox
12/25vs. Lions4:30 p.m.Netflix
TBDvs. PackersTBDTBD

Browns schedule 2025

DateOpponentTimeTV Channel
10/5vs. Vikings9:30 a.m.NFL Network
10/12@ Steelers1:00 p.m.CBS
10/14vs. Dolphins1:00 p.m.CBS
10/26@ Patriots1:00 p.m.Fox
11/9@ Jets1:00 p.m.CBS
11/16vs. Ravens4:25 p.m.CBS
11/23@ Raiders4:05 p.m.CBS
11/30vs. 49ers1:00 p.m.CBS
12/7vs. Titans1:00 p.m.Fox
12/14@ Bears1:00 p.m.Fox
12/21vs. Bills1:00 p.m.CBS
12/28vs. Steelers1:00 p.m.CBS
TBD@ BengalsTBDTBD

Daniel Chavkin

Daniel Chavkin is a Digital Content Producer for The Sporting News. A 2018 graduate from the University of Maryland, he has previously written for Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports and NFLTradeRumors.com.