#Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said Greg Joseph has "done a good job" and he doesn't fault him for late missed kick. Said the wind was a factor.

Cook (ankle) rushed 29 times for 140 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for three yards in Sunday's 34-28 overtime win over Carolina.

Cook was able to return after missing just one game (second overall) from a nagging ankle injury, which was great news for his fantasy managers considering the Vikings' bye is next week. The Vikings opting to deploy the star back right before a would-be extra week of rest bodes well for the overall health of the ankle, as if his stellar performance on the field wasn't proof enough. Now with the extra week to heal, Cook could be in store for a strong stretch of production when the Vikings return to action in Week 8 against the Cowboys.

Thielen (foot) corralled 11 of 13 targets for 126 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-28 overtime win over the Panthers.

Thielen had a foot injury crop up following last week's contest, but both he and Justin Jefferson (ankle) were cleared for action Sunday. The 30-year-old re-established himself as a key part of the Vikings' air attack with new season highs in receptions (11), yards (126) and targets (13) after seemingly taking a back seat to Jefferson over the past few weeks. Perhaps this monster performance will remind Kirk Cousins that the reliable veteran wideout can still wreak havoc on defenses when Minnesota returns from its bye week to take on the Cowboys in Week 8.

K.J. Osborn, the receiver who's making a name for himself in the shadows of superstar teammates, was an afterthought before the #Vikings snapped the ball on the two biggest plays in the game-winning drive that beat the Panthers. Story from @markcraignfl startribune.com/k-j-osborn-emb…

Longest reception for the Vikings: Tyler Conklin Longest run for the Vikings: C.J. Ham

Greg Joseph misses wide right from 47 yards. We'll head to OT. This is the fourth time in six weeks Kirk Cousins has put the Vikings in position for a game-tying or game-winning field goal.

Dalvin Cook, Alexander Mattison, Adam Thielen, Justin Jefferson, Anthony Barr all good to go. Vikings inactives: DT Michael Pierce, TE Ben Ellefson, QB Kellen Mond, WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette, DE Patrick Jones II, LB Chazz Surratt

Eric Kendricks after another roller coaster Vikings game: "I'm exhausted with it. We've got to put a full game together."

Chris Herndon catches his first touchdown as a member of the @Vikings. This is Herndon's first TD reception since Week 17 of last season. pic.twitter.com/G6g5qc1vEy

#Vikings inactives QB Kellen Mond WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette LB Chazz Surratt DT Michael Pierce TE Ben Ellefson DE Patrick Jones II

Mike Zimmer on his way out of the press conference: "I'm worn out." Same, honestly.

Christian Darrisaw starts at LT, the first start of his career. Darrisaw and Brian O'Neill both started their first game in Week 6 of their rookie seasons.

Bashaud Breeland records his 15th career interception and first as a Viking.

Vikings RT Brian O'Neill has given up 5 sacks in nearly 3,300 NFL snaps. Why has he been so proficient? All-Pro @MitchSchwartz71 along with Danielle Hunter and OL coach Phil Rauscher broke it down for me in extreme detail purpleinsider.substack.com/p/brian-oneill… pic.twitter.com/i2iSrKXivf

Some notes from the Vikings' snap counts today: -- Dede Westbrook played 10 snaps. Same with new TE Luke Stocker. -- Chris Herndon played more (23) than CJ Ham (20). -- Everson Griffen played 57 of 68 snaps. Wonnum played 32; Weatherly 7. -- Breeland played 55 snaps; Dantzler 24. pic.twitter.com/DdgY2Q17G2

Patrick Peterson seemingly IDs the motion before it happens and defense gets set to defend it pic.twitter.com/saIrvRHQfV

Great job by Xavier Woods to maintain depth on the rollout instead of trying to attack Darnold. Tightened throwing windows, with Mack ultimately the one in coverage, who also had a great breakup

Cameron Dantzler turning his gift for creating WR drops into fumbles. He's evolving, becoming self-aware

#Vikings Injury Update: T Rashod Hill is probable to return with a knee injury. #MINvsCAR

James Lynch? Alright go for it my dude have a day

Rough flag on Dalvin Tomlinson for the facemask which would have been a great sack

Mackensie Alexander bails out the Panthers with a hold on third down. Seventh penalty of the day for the Vikings.

Kris Boyd giveth, Kris Boyd taketh away (penalty for holding on the return)