Patterson played a season-high 36 offensive snaps Monday against the Giants, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Patterson comfortably out-snapped Charles Johnson (22) and even came close to matching Adam Thielen (39). The 2013 first-round selection had five catches for 38 yards on six targets, adding one carry for two yards. Given how little Johnson has done this season, it wouldn't be surprising if Patterson were to stay involved in the offense, though rookie Laquon Treadwell could also emerge as a factor. Above all else, it's quite clear Stefon Diggs will be far more valuable than any of his position mates in Minnesota.