Minnesota Vikings Condemn Racist Abuse Targeting CB Isaiah Rodgers After Eagles Loss

Following the Minnesota Vikings' 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, cornerback Isaiah Rodgers received racist and abusive messages on social media, which he publicly shared and condemned as some of the worst he's seen in his NFL career. Rodgers, who had a difficult game allowing key plays that contributed to the Eagles' victory, took responsibility for the mistakes but was targeted with racial slurs, including one comparing him to Hitler, though the user later apologized. The Vikings organization issued a strong statement condemning the racist abuse, emphasizing that there is no place for racism in sports or society and urging fans to fight against it. Rodgers highlighted the reality of racism in football, urging fans to "keep football, football" and called out fake support from some fans. This incident is part of a troubling pattern, as other Vikings players have also faced racist abuse on social media. The Vikings currently hold a 3-3 record and will next face the Los Angeles Chargers.