The Vikings defense was back with a Disney-inspired turnover celebration after picking off Geno Smith.
The Minnesota Vikings defense loves to celebrate a turnover, and they were fully prepared for the moment after a takeaway late into the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks.
Vikings safety Theo Jackson sealed Sunday's 27–24 win by intercepting a questionable pass from Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith with 55 seconds left in the game. Minnesota's defense gathered in the end zone to celebrate, and pulled out their rendition of a popular dance from the Disney movie,The entire defense was in on the celebration, as they lined up and executed the elaborate dance to perfection.
Minnesota's late interception off Smith was their second pick of the game, and this one saw the team improve to 13–2 on the year. It was Jackson's first interception of the season, and just the second of his career. Fans will surely be excited to see what intricate celebration the Vikings' defense busts out next time they make a big turnover, as they've yet to disappoint with their extravagant moves.Karl Rasmussen is a staff writer for the Breaking and Trending News team for Sports Illustrated. A University of Oregon alum who joined SI in February 2023, his work has appeared on 12up and ClutchPoints. Rasmussen is a loyal Tottenham, Jets, Yankees and Ducks fan.
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