Vikings stamp themselves as legitimate contenders with impressive victory over Packers
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Vikings stamp themselves as legitimate contenders with impressive victory over Packers

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Most of the reporters had left. It’s not that NFL analysts and pundits haven’t been impressed by what head coach Kevin O’Connell has done or quarterback Sam Darnold’s marvelous season. We’ve just got to make it work.” GO DEEPER Week 17 NFL playoff picture: Vikings win sets up clash with Lions for NFC No. 1 seed According to Next Gen Stats, the Vikings used man coverage on 47.1 percent of the Packers’ dropbacks Sunday, including 11 of 13 on third and fourth downs. You would think the 33-of-43, 377-yard, three-touchdown stat line would tell the story, but not even that does justice to the degree of difficulty of some of Darnold’s anticipatory throws Sunday over the middle.

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Lions host Vikings on Sunday night, winner earns No. 1 seed in NFC and loser falls to No. 5 seed
1 week, 5 days ago

Lions host Vikings on Sunday night, winner earns No. 1 seed in NFC and loser falls to No. 5 seed

Associated Press  

Minnesota at Detroit Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Lions by 3 Against the spread: Vikings 11-4-1; Lions 11-5 Series record: Vikings lead 80-44-2 Last meeting: Lions beat Vikings 31-29 on Oct. 20 in Minneapolis. Edge rusher Patrick Jones hurt his knee on a low block last week, but the injury wasn’t serious and he’ll have an opportunity …

Packers fail yet again to produce a premier performance against a top NFC team in loss to Vikings
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Packers fail yet again to produce a premier performance against a top NFC team in loss to Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The top of the NFC standings are towering over the Green Bay Packers as they move toward the playoffs, casting a long shadow shaped like Vikings, Lions and Eagles over what has been an otherwise-promising season on both sides of the ball. “I don’t think we were at our best, but that’s a credit to them in our …

What we learned in NFL Week 17: Vikings alive for top seed, Colts ‘embarrassing’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

What we learned in NFL Week 17: Vikings alive for top seed, Colts ‘embarrassing’

New York Times  

One week to go, still plenty to be decided. The Lions and Vikings will not only decide the NFC North title next Sunday night at Ford Field but also the conference’s top seed and lone first-round bye. AFC Playoff Picture Seed Team Record Week 18 1 Chiefs 15-1 at Broncos 2 Bills 13-3 at Patriots 3 Ravens 11-5 vs. Browns …

Vikings thrive under coach of year favorite O’Connell, a relatable state for Packers with LaFleur
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Vikings thrive under coach of year favorite O’Connell, a relatable state for Packers with LaFleur

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell’s stirring locker room tribute to his team last week at Seattle was respectfully interrupted by seven-year veteran right tackle Brian O’Neill, who flipped the script on the game ball awards by tossing one to the boss in honor of his second 13-win season in three years. The Vikings have obliterated even the most …

Vikings win 7th straight to forge tie for NFC North lead with 30-12 blowout of reeling Bears
4 weeks ago

Vikings win 7th straight to forge tie for NFC North lead with 30-12 blowout of reeling Bears

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Their spot in the playoffs secure, the Minnesota Vikings delivered a prime-time performance seeped in those ingredients that frequently fuel postseason success. “We’re going to have to play well and continue to improve, chasing our best football.” Justin Jefferson had seven catches for 73 yards, among them a touchdown from Sam Darnold in the first quarter that was …

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward
1 month ago

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Sam Darnold pinballed around his collapsed pocket to dodge a sack on third-and-8, before slicing through a skinny opening to sprint right in search of more space as Justin Jefferson’s hand shot up downfield. With O’Connell directing the quarterback development program and calling the plays and Jefferson leading a dangerous and diverse group of pass-catchers, Darnold has …

Vikings’ latest victory against Cardinals conjures thoughts of 2022 playoff team
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vikings’ latest victory against Cardinals conjures thoughts of 2022 playoff team

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings’ sideline, typically upbeat and engaged, looked emotionless. GO DEEPER Aaron Jones' late TD lifts Vikings past Cardinals 23-22: Takeaways “All right,” Darnold said after the game, “another resilient win.” Even he laughed. It’s gotten to that point where it feels like you need the “He can’t keep getting away with this!” GIF to describe this …

Vikings' Unstoppable Defense Defuses Jets, Remains Unbeaten
3 months, 1 week ago

Vikings' Unstoppable Defense Defuses Jets, Remains Unbeaten

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings had a challenging offensive outing against the New York Jets, generating only 37 yards and two first downs over a stretch of seven possessions from late in the second quarter until late in the fourth. Despite the struggles, the Vikings' defense proved to be a force, forcing three interceptions, three sacks, and a 54.9 passer rating that …

Minnesota Vikings smother New York Jets in London to continue unbeaten NFL start
3 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota Vikings smother New York Jets in London to continue unbeaten NFL start

The Independent  

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Minnesota Vikings hold off Green Bay Packers to secure fourth straight win
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Minnesota Vikings hold off Green Bay Packers to secure fourth straight win

The Independent  

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Vikings put their unbeaten record on the line as they visit the NFC North-rival Packers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings put their unbeaten record on the line as they visit the NFC North-rival Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Minnesota Vikings already have emerged as one of the NFL’s biggest surprises by winning their first three games after being a consensus pick to finish last in the NFC North. “The first three games of the season mean absolutely nothing if we don’t start continuing to maintain our play style. Jones’ return to Lambeau Aaron …

Vikings still struggling to stop the quarterback carousel from spinning with Cousins out
1 year ago

Vikings still struggling to stop the quarterback carousel from spinning with Cousins out

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins naturally evoked the loudest roar of the night in Minnesota, further amping up a high-energy atmosphere for a crucial game against Green Bay. When Jaren Hall was benched for Nick Mullens at halftime, after an interception and a fumble each set up a Packers touchdown, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell switched quarterbacks for the fifth time in …

What we learned in NFL Week 10: Vikings’ positive trajectory, Patriots’ plummet and more
1 year, 2 months ago

What we learned in NFL Week 10: Vikings’ positive trajectory, Patriots’ plummet and more

New York Times  

Never in the NFL’s 103-year history have five games been decided by game-winning field goals on the same Sunday. But Sunday’s loss dropped the Patriots to 2-8, their worst start to a season since Belichick’s first in New England. They’ve failed to score a touchdown in three games this year, including Sunday, and Mac Jones tossed an incomprehensible red-zone interception …

Vikings take down 49ers on MNF: Rookie WR Jordan Addison shines in upset win
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings take down 49ers on MNF: Rookie WR Jordan Addison shines in upset win

New York Times  

By Alec Lewis, Matt Barrows and David Lombardi The Minnesota Vikings pulled out a 22-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in a primetime clash at U.S. Bank Stadium on Monday night. — Alec Lewis, Vikings writer Vikings’ defense helps seal victory Flustering Purdy was a key factor for the Vikings heading into Monday night’s matchup. — Matt Barrows, 49ers …

Vikings offense still seeking complete performance
2 years ago

Vikings offense still seeking complete performance

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have made the first year for coach Kevin O’Connell an unforgettable and unparalleled season of late-game drama, with an NFL-record 11 wins in one-score decisions. “We’re still hunting that four quarters of true, consistent football that we want to see,” O’Connell said after the 27-24 victory over the New York Giants on Saturday. WHAT’S WORKING …

Vikings clinch NFC North with 33-point comeback vs Colts
2 years ago

Vikings clinch NFC North with 33-point comeback vs Colts

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings completed the biggest comeback in NFL history, erasing a 33-point deficit by beating the Indianapolis Colts 39-36 on Greg Joseph’s 40-yard field goal with 3 seconds left in overtime on Saturday to clinch the NFC North division in their typical dramatic fashion. Kirk Cousins passed for 460 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Vikings, who trailed …

Vikings can clinch NFC North on road against surging Lions
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings can clinch NFC North on road against surging Lions

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins certainly isn’t apologizing for winning nine games by eight or fewer points. That just doesn’t happen much in the NFL.” If Minnesota beats or ties the Lions it will win a division title for the first time since 2017. “More importantly, it’s …

Vikings can clinch NFC North with win or tie against Lions
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings can clinch NFC North with win or tie against Lions

Associated Press  

MINNESOTA VIKINGS at DETROIT Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Lions by 1 1/2 AGAINST THE SPREAD: Vikings 6-5-1; Lions 8-3-1 SERIES RECORD: Lions lead 80-40-2 LAST MEETING: Vikings beat Lions 28-24 on Sept. 25, in Minneapolis. He has been progressing through the protocol and took part in practice on Wednesday on a limited basis.. Five Vikings …

Vikings get critical Allen turnovers, stun Bills 33-30 in OT
2 years, 2 months ago

Vikings get critical Allen turnovers, stun Bills 33-30 in OT

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Count out the Vikings all you want. Peterson intercepted Josh Allen with 1:12 left in overtime to finally end a sloppy, yet thrilling back-and-forth game between two of the NFL’s best teams, in which Minnesota rallied from a 17-point second-half deficit. Look at us now.” The Vikings took advantage of three turnovers by Allen in the …

With Kirk Cousins out, Vikings’ playoff hopes disintegrate
3 years ago

With Kirk Cousins out, Vikings’ playoff hopes disintegrate

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Minnesota Vikings’ offense didn’t show much sign of life without Kirk Cousins around. “They’re a good team and they got after us tonight.” Green Bay scored the game’s first 20 points while the Vikings went three-and-out on five of their first seven possessions. “There’s a lot of teams that have had to deal with similar …

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again
3 years ago

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again

Associated Press  

While the Green Bay Packers have dominated the NFC North lately, there’s one division opponent they’ve struggled to solve. The Minnesota Vikings have won their last two matchups with the Packers and are the only NFC North team to beat them during Matt LaFleur’s three-year coaching tenure in Green Bay. Cook rushed for 163 yards, caught two passes for 63 …

Vikings Mailbag: O-line and CB issues, how to attack the Packers D and more
5 years, 4 months ago

Vikings Mailbag: O-line and CB issues, how to attack the Packers D and more

New York Times  

Mike Zimmer on Monday tried to downplay the Vikings’ strong start to the season. — Hunter G. Unfortunately, I think the Vikings’ best option is just to hope like heck that Hughes can play soon and play at a high level. We’ll just kind of see where he’s at when he’s ready to roll.” If he can play in Green …

Vikings top Seahawks 25-19 behind crisp preseason passing
5 years, 4 months ago

Vikings top Seahawks 25-19 behind crisp preseason passing

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The pressure is on Minnesota’s offense to improve, and a more productive passing attack will depend partially on a diversified group of targets for Kirk Cousins. Rookie tight end Irv Smith Jr. and backup wide receiver Brandon Zylstra each had touchdown receptions, and the Vikings used a versatile offense to beat the Seahawks 25-19 in a preseason matchup. …

Vikings go back to drawing board after latest disappointment
6 years ago

Vikings go back to drawing board after latest disappointment

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — After finishing one game short of the Super Bowl last season and spending big to make Kirk Cousins their franchise player, the Minnesota Vikings were surrounded by high expectations from the start. I think, if anything, it will sharpen us and give us an edge as we prepare for next year, and I think that’s a good …

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