One of the most criticized decisions of the Cowboys offseason was letting veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore walk. Despite the talented defender waiting for a new contract for a long time, Jerry Jones refused to give the 34-year-old a new deal. As a result, Gilmore signed with the Minnesota Vikings for a one-year, $10 million contract.
The former NFL Defensive Player of the Year started the season strong in Minnesota but lately started to show signs of age-related decline. This reached its peak in Week 8 when the Vikings visited Los Angeles to take on the Rams.
CB Stephon Gilmore Struggles Immensely vs. Rams in Week 8
Brutal game by Stephon Gilmore.
— Paul Charchian (@PaulCharchian) October 25, 2024
The Vikings suffered their second-straight loss as they fell 30-20 to the Rams, falling to 5-2 for the season. Gilmore struggled in his 66 defensive snaps, receiving his lowest PFF grade of the season with 44.7. The Pro Bowler was targeted eight times and allowed six catches for 98 yards and a touchdown. He also had a missed tackle for the third straight game.
This was the second straight game Gilmore allowed over 150 passer rating to the opposing quarterback…