The Minnesota Vikings enter Week 3 at 2-0, while the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0-2. Minnesota opened the season with wins over the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears, while Tampa Bay is still searching for its first victory.
Minnesota gets back quarterback Kyler Murray after he cleared concussion protocol. He will face a Tampa Bay team trying to avoid an 0-3 start behind quarterback Baker Mayfield. The Vikings’ defense has also made a strong start, allowing just 25 points through two games.
The Vikings lead the all-time series 33-24, although Tampa Bay has won 13 of the teams’ last 21 meetings.
Announcers
- Play-by-play: Kenny Albert
- Color commentator: Jonathan Vilma
- Sideline reporter: Megan Olivi
Jonathan Vilma is the former NFL linebacker and Super Bowl champion on the broadcast. A three-time Pro Bowler, Vilma spent 10 seasons in the NFL and began his FOX analyst career in 2020. He has worked alongside Kenny Albert throughout his FOX tenure and called his 100th NFL game during the 2025 season.
Referees
- Head Referee: Scott Novak
- Umpire: Mike Morton
- Down Judge: Brian Sakowski
- Line Judge: Mark Stewart
- Field Judge: John Jenkins
- Side Judge: Don Willard
- Back Judge: Tony Josselyn
Novak is in his 13th season as an NFL official and eighth season as a referee. His 2026 crew includes Morton, a former NFL player, along with Sakowski, Stewart, Jenkins, Willard and Josselyn.
The crew has considerable experience across the seven positions. Jenkins is in his 13th NFL season, while Willard and Josselyn are both entering their ninth seasons. Novak’s assignment is officially confirmed for the Vikings-Buccaneers matchup at Raymond James Stadium.
Jersey Combination
- Helmet: Purple
- Jersey: Purple
- Pants: TBA
- Socks: Purple
