Final · Kickoff
2002 Regular season · Week 12 · Gillette Stadium
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The New England Patriots beat the Minnesota Vikings 24–17 at home at Gillette Stadium in Week 12 of the 2002 regular season on November 24, 2002. It was a one-score game at the finish, decided by 7 points.
The result moved the Patriots to 6–5 and dropped the Vikings to 3–8. The Vikings finished 2002 at 6–10 and missed the playoffs. The Patriots finished 2002 at 9–7 and missed the playoffs.
In their previous meeting, the Minnesota Vikings won 21–13 on September 17, 2000. When they met again, the New England Patriots won 31–7 on October 30, 2006.
Written by WHYNFL from the final scores in its results archive, which begins with the 1999 season. Records, streaks and season results count regular-season and playoff finals.
Series Series tied 1–1 after meeting No. 2 since 2000 Full series history
New Orleans also called up receiver Cedric Tillman and tackle Easton Kilty from the practice squad for Sunday's home game against Minnesota.
Las Vegas added a running back from its practice squad after Jeanty missed Friday's practice with ankle and foot injuries.
Cleveland's quarterback and running back lost nearly $30,000 combined for a celebration against Pittsburgh, while TreVeyon Henderson and Jarrian Jones were also docked for Week 4 plays.
