EAGAN, Minn. — Preserving drives go a long way.

Whether it be putting up points or simply giving the defense a chance to recover, offenses have an obligation to move the chains each time they touch the ball.

For the Minnesota Vikings , that's been a challenge this season. Nearly 40% of Minnesota's offensive drives have been four plays or fewer, with 23% of them ending in a three-and-out. Minnesota has only won the time-of-possession four times this season, and is averaging five fewer plays per game.

The takeaway?

"Once we get our first first down, it's hard to stop us," said Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson.

The Vikings have scored on nearly half (47.4%) of their drives where they've generated at least one first down, with 25 of their 47 scoring drives ending with a touchdown.

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