Andrew Luck recorded his first NFL win as the Indianapolis Colts defeated the Minnesota Vikings by a final score of 23-20.

Luck and the Colts needed a late drive to setup an Adam Vinatieri field goal after Christian Ponder led the Vikings to two late game touchdowns.

The Colts had a +4.5 advantage in The Trench Counter, despite being outgained in both rushing and passing on a per play and overall basis. The Vikings had 105 yards in penalties. Minnesota had a +3 advantage in Total Rushes/Completions.

Luck went 20-for-31 for 224 yards and two touchdowns, finding Dwayne Allen and Reggie Wayne for his scores.

Christian Ponder went 27-for-35 for 245 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. Percy Harvin caught 12 balls for 104 yards, while Adrian Peterson rushed for 60 yards on 16 carries.