Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — When the Chicago Bears were busy keeping Justin Jefferson quiet last month, the Minnesota Vikings put Jordan Addison to work. “We always say that we’re the best duo in the entire league,” Jefferson said after he and his sidekick reached a new height in the rich history of Vikings receivers last week in a 42-21 victory over Atlanta that served as a breakthrough of sorts for an offense that hadn’t yet hit its highest gear. “Especially with how Justin gets defended, normally the player that’s defending Jordan or even if it’s within zone coverages, these guys know that they’re being told this guy will be wide open if you don’t get your hands on him, and that couldn’t be more true,” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said. “Now, he’s actually proven that he can play through that contact and play down the field through contact.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “That’s all part of what we projected with Jordan, knowing he had elite quickness, separation skills, fantastic hands and ball tracking,” O’Connell said.

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Sam Darnold’s career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff loss
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sam Darnold’s career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff loss

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Sam Darnold did nearly everything right in a renaissance season, resurrecting his career as a starter while pushing Minnesota to one of the NFL’s best records. Darnold was ineffective for most of of his first playoff start, losing two turnovers while matching an NFL record by taking nine sacks in the Vikings’ 27-9 loss to the Los …

Packers hope to fix passing game going into playoffs against Eagles defense
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers hope to fix passing game going into playoffs against Eagles defense

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers passing game has struggled of late, and there’s nothing coach Matt LaFleur would like more than for his offense to find its groove again heading into Sunday’s NFC wild-card game on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles. I take it day by day.” The quarterback injuries are set against the backdrop of …

Vikings’ passing attack keeps ascending with Jordan Addison’s keen development at age 22
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Vikings’ passing attack keeps ascending with Jordan Addison’s keen development at age 22

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Jordan Addison lined up in the slot and ran a simple 5-yard hitch route for the Minnesota Vikings last week in the third quarter against Green Bay, selling his complete stop so well that Packers safety Javon Bullard relaxed his coverage for a costly second. “He’s not the biggest guy in the world, but he’s really learned …

Darnold gives Vikings another gem with career-high 377 yards in 27-25 win over Packers
3 months ago

Darnold gives Vikings another gem with career-high 377 yards in 27-25 win over Packers

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings were ready to start their postgame ritual in honor of a ninth consecutive victory before realizing Sam Darnold was still missing from the raucous locker room because he was finishing his interview with the TV broadcasting crew. Darnold added another exploit to his career-altering season, passing for a personal-best 377 yards and three touchdowns as …

Vikings hold off Packers for 9th straight win, shot at NFC’s No. 1 seed: Key takeaways
3 months ago

Vikings hold off Packers for 9th straight win, shot at NFC’s No. 1 seed: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Alec Lewis, Matt Schneidman and Larry Holder The Minnesota Vikings withstood a furious comeback to win their ninth consecutive game, beating the Green Bay Packers 27-25 on Sunday. Minnesota’s defense flustered Jordan Love, Josh Jacobs and the Packers’ typically potent offense until midway through the fourth quarter. Green Bay scored touchdowns less than four minutes apart to make the …

Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
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3 months, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 on Sunday to keep pace with Detroit for the top spot in the NFC. After the Seahawks took the lead on Smith’s third TD pass, Darnold led …

Why Vikings’ victory over Bears was a good sign for the offense ahead of stretch run
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Vikings’ victory over Bears was a good sign for the offense ahead of stretch run

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — The best way to think about this is to imagine Kevin O’Connell as a student. This season, O’Connell and his 12-2 Vikings have done much more of the former, including in Monday night’s win over the Chicago Bears. “It didn’t feel like the explosive kind of night throwing the football,” O’Connell said afterward. Minnesota completed only one pass …

Darnold delivers for Vikings with career-high 347 yards and 5 TDs to beat Falcons, Cousins 42-21
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Darnold delivers for Vikings with career-high 347 yards and 5 TDs to beat Falcons, Cousins 42-21

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Sam Darnold tossed aside his stoic demeanor for a moment after realizing he was on the videoboard, aggressively twirling a towel to further stoke the crowd’s fire after the Minnesota Vikings had pulled away from Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons late in the game. Darnold added yet another highlight to his brilliant first season with the Vikings, …

Sam Darnold’s 5 TDs push Vikings past Falcons in Kirk Cousins’ return: Key takeaways
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sam Darnold’s 5 TDs push Vikings past Falcons in Kirk Cousins’ return: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Alec Lewis, Josh Kendall and Chris Licata The Minnesota Vikings knocked off the Atlanta Falcons 42-21 behind Sam Darnold’s first five-touchdown game. — Alec Lewis, Vikings beat writer Atlanta needs to answer QB questions Cousins’ return to his last NFL home didn’t end the way he had hoped. I get it, but I don’t think the Atlanta Falcons are …

How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears
4 months ago

How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears

New York Times  

EAGAN, Minn. — If you were a defensive coordinator, how would you defend yourself? “It’s either let everybody else go off or let Justin go off,” the Minnesota Vikings’ superstar receiver said. Even when elite cornerback Jaylon Johnson manned Jefferson on the line of scrimmage, Chicago’s linebackers and safeties shaded toward Jefferson and seemed attentive to his every move. Jefferson …

Vikings staying on track and in control behind Sam Darnold’s composure and confidence
4 months ago

Vikings staying on track and in control behind Sam Darnold’s composure and confidence

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The game had suddenly gone sideways for the Minnesota Vikings, their 11-point lead on the Chicago Bears having evaporated in the closing seconds. “I think when he just continues to play quarterback at a high level, I think we’re a tough team.” After the defense forced the Bears to punt on the opening possession of overtime, Darnold …

Sam Darnold leads game-winning drive in OT and Vikings beat Bears 30-27 after blowing late lead
4 months, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold leads game-winning drive in OT and Vikings beat Bears 30-27 after blowing late lead

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Sam Darnold figured the Vikings would recover the Bears’ onside kick near the end of regulation and he would only need to kneel. “So your mindset you’ve got to get ready to go back out there and execute at a high level and I feel like our offense did a really good job of that, obviously, in overtime.” …

Sam Darnold’s toughness surfaces when needed in Vikings’ overtime victory over Bears
4 months, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold’s toughness surfaces when needed in Vikings’ overtime victory over Bears

New York Times  

CHICAGO — There is a world in which Sam Darnold never returned to the game Sunday. GO DEEPER Vikings beat Bears 30-27 in OT as Addison has career day: Key takeaways “Show me somebody who had a better game at the quarterback position,” O’Connell said. Late in the fourth quarter, with the Vikings driving in hopes of extending their 7-point …

Vikings beat Bears in OT as Jordan Addison has career day: Key takeaways
4 months, 1 week ago

Vikings beat Bears in OT as Jordan Addison has career day: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Alec Lewis, Kevin Fishbain, Adam Jahns and Amos Morale III John Parker Romo’s 29-yard field goal in overtime gave the Minnesota Vikings a 30-27 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Romo’s kick capped a 10-play, 68-yard drive that featured big connections from Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold to T.J. Hockenson, Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, who finished with a …

The Vikings are still winning despite Sam Darnold’s recent spate of interceptions
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Vikings are still winning despite Sam Darnold’s recent spate of interceptions

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The roller-coaster ride for the Minnesota Vikings with Sam Darnold at quarterback has reached a midseason dip, with no space or time to step off. For all they did well Sunday in defeating Jacksonville 12-7 to maintain the second-best record in the NFC at 7-2, the Vikings entered the new week with a significant issue to dissect …

Vikings Reassess Darnold Amidst Turning Tides
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vikings Reassess Darnold Amidst Turning Tides

Associated Press  

Despite some costly turnovers, the Minnesota Vikings are enjoying a surprising season of revival. Quarterback Sam Darnold has been a bright spot for the team, leading the league in interceptions and completing at a high rate. The Vikings' offense has also been effective, with wide receiver Justin Jefferson consistently making catches. However, Darnold has also had some costly turnovers, and …

Vikings' Unstoppable Defense Defuses Jets, Remains Unbeaten
5 months, 3 weeks 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 …

NFL quarter-season superlatives: Darnold and Daniels hot; Jaguars not; Chiefs face a challenge
5 months, 4 weeks ago

NFL quarter-season superlatives: Darnold and Daniels hot; Jaguars not; Chiefs face a challenge

New York Times  

The first quarter of the NFL season is in the books, and although there’s a lot of football left to play, you can sense things starting to fall into place for many teams. What we’ve learned Fit is everything Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold’s career resurrection is among the best stories of the young season. Panthers’ dysfunction is hard to …

Vikings move to 4-0 as Jordan Love’s Packers comeback attempt falls short: Takeaways
6 months ago

Vikings move to 4-0 as Jordan Love’s Packers comeback attempt falls short: Takeaways

New York Times  

NFL Week 4 live updates: Inactives, schedule, kickoff times, matchups, odds and predictions By Amos Morale III, Alec Lewis and Matt Schneidman Minnesota stymied the Green Bay Packers’ roaring comeback attempt in the Vikings’ 31-29 win at Lambeau Field on Sunday. Receiver Jordan Addison rushed for another while Minnesota’s defense intercepted two of Packers quarterback Jordan Love’s passes. But Love, …

Sam Darnold is thriving with the Vikings while getting the most support he’s had in the NFL
6 months, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold is thriving with the Vikings while getting the most support he’s had in the NFL

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The knee injury that sent Sam Darnold to the sideline late in the third quarter was deemed minor enough by the Minnesota Vikings for him to return to the field after missing just one play, when the U.S. Bank Stadium crowd roared with approval and relief upon the sight of him jogging back to the huddle. “The fans’ …

Vikings stay undefeated with 34-7 dismantling of Texans behind fierce defense, Darnold’s 4 TDs
6 months, 1 week ago

Vikings stay undefeated with 34-7 dismantling of Texans behind fierce defense, Darnold’s 4 TDs

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — With the Minnesota Vikings savoring the unfamiliar vibe of being in full control in the fourth quarter, Justin Jefferson climbed on the bench to repeatedly wave his arms in encouragement of the home crowd to roar even louder for a defense that had the Houston Texans on their heels all afternoon. Defense is definitely the number one reason.” …

Sam Darnold’s performance — and health scare — cements role in Vikings’ stellar start
6 months, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold’s performance — and health scare — cements role in Vikings’ stellar start

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — He tumbled to the turf and immediately reached for his left knee. GO DEEPER Sam Darnold's 4 TDs power Vikings to 34-7 win vs. Texans: Takeaways “I always get nervous on stuff like that,” superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson said. Later in the first quarter during another red zone sequence, Darnold moved quickly to the line of scrimmage …

Sam Darnold’s 4 TDs lead Vikings’ domination of Texans: Key takeaways
6 months, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold’s 4 TDs lead Vikings’ domination of Texans: Key takeaways

New York Times  

NFL Week 3 live updates: Inactives, schedule, kickoff times, matchups, odds and predictions By Alec Lewis, Zak Keefer and Amos Morale Sam Darnold matched his career-high with four touchdown passes as the Minnesota Vikings continued their hot start to the season with a 34-7 victory against the Houston Texans. Darnold was once again sharp and Minnesota’s defense was stout as …

49ers need Brandon Aiyuk-Brock Purdy connection to shake off rust for offense to return to form
6 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers need Brandon Aiyuk-Brock Purdy connection to shake off rust for offense to return to form

New York Times  

There were two receivers earning at least $30 million a year on the field on Sunday. The other had one catch for two yards at the break No, Brandon Aiyuk’s lackluster start to the season isn’t unexpected and it wasn’t the main reason the San Francisco 49ers fell to the Minnesota Vikings 23-17, the eighth straight game they’ve dropped in …

What we learned about Vikings, 49ers as Sam Darnold leads Minnesota to 2-0 start
6 months, 2 weeks ago

What we learned about Vikings, 49ers as Sam Darnold leads Minnesota to 2-0 start

New York Times  

NFL Week 2 scores and live updates: Scores, injuries, news and analysis By Alec Lewis, Matt Barrows and Mark Puleo Sam Darnold has started 58 games across seven years with four teams. In Sunday’s 23-17 win over the stunned San Francisco 49ers, the Vikings rode Darnold’s gunslinging arm to their first 2-0 start since 2016. pic.twitter.com/0PJs9mheCK — NFL September 15, …

Darnold throws 2 TD passes and Van Ginkel scores on a 1-handed INT as Vikings easily top Giants 28-6
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Darnold throws 2 TD passes and Van Ginkel scores on a 1-handed INT as Vikings easily top Giants 28-6

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Sam Darnold had one of those super performances at MetLife Stadium that New York Jets fans hoped to see weekly after he was drafted No. Darnold threw two touchdown passes in a highly efficient performance and Andrew Van Ginkel scored on a spectacular one-handed 10-yard interception return to lead the Vikings to an easy 28-6 victory …

Vikings lose tight end T.J. Hockenson and wide receiver Jordan Addison in latest wave of injuries
1 year, 3 months ago

Vikings lose tight end T.J. Hockenson and wide receiver Jordan Addison in latest wave of injuries

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings lost two more important offensive players during Sunday’s 30-24 loss to Detroit as tight end T.J. Hockenson and receiver Jordan Addison left the game with injuries. Addison, a rookie, hurt his ankle during an interception return by Lions safety Kerby Joseph in the second quarter. The Vikings were already playing without quarterback Kirk Cousins and …

Josh Dobbs comes back down to earth in loss to Bears, and now Vikings have questions at QB
1 year, 4 months ago

Josh Dobbs comes back down to earth in loss to Bears, and now Vikings have questions at QB

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — This is what it looks like to believe, to think something is possible, then to watch it evaporate in plain sight. GO DEEPER Bears win low-scoring tussle vs. Vikings on MNF “It’s a pretty crushed locker room right now,” O’Connell said afterward. “We’ve got Jaren back available to us, and Nick Mullens is available as well.” Though Dobbs …

Vikings beat Packers 24-10 but lose Cousins to possible Achilles tendon injury
1 year, 5 months ago

Vikings beat Packers 24-10 but lose Cousins to possible Achilles tendon injury

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Kirk Cousins threw a pair of touchdown passes before leaving with what the Vikings fear is an Achilles tendon injury, and Minnesota beat the slumping Green Bay Packers 24-10 on Sunday. BENGALS 31, 49ERS 17 SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Joe Burrow threw three touchdown passes, Cincinnati intercepted Brock Purdy on back-to-back passes in the second half, …

Jordan Addison looks like another elite receiver for the improving Vikings
1 year, 5 months ago

Jordan Addison looks like another elite receiver for the improving Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — When the Minnesota Vikings lost star receiver Justin Jefferson to a hamstring injury, rookie Jordan Addison said he knew it was his chance to prove he, too, could be a top playmaker and help fill the void left by Jefferson, the reigning offensive player of the year. “Every time the ball came my way, I’m just making sure …

Rookie Jordan Addison strikes twice as Vikings stun 49ers
1 year, 5 months ago

Rookie Jordan Addison strikes twice as Vikings stun 49ers

The Independent  

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Vikings outlast 49ers 22-17 with 2 Cousins-Addison TDs and 2 late interceptions by Bynum
1 year, 5 months ago

Vikings outlast 49ers 22-17 with 2 Cousins-Addison TDs and 2 late interceptions by Bynum

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins let the ball fly for Jordan Addison earlier than he wanted to in the face of an all-out San Francisco blitz in the closing seconds of the second quarter for Minnesota, bracing for the worst after realizing the pass was underthrown. Addison won the tug-of-war battle this time with 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward and spun away …

Vikings take down 49ers on MNF: Rookie WR Jordan Addison shines in upset win
1 year, 5 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 star wide receiver Justin Jefferson leaves in the 4th quarter with a hamstring injury
1 year, 5 months ago

Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson leaves in the 4th quarter with a hamstring injury

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was forced out of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth quarter due to a right hamstring injury and the team isn’t sure when he’ll return. “See where he’s at as we move along here and diagnose exactly what that injury is, and what that timeline looks like.” …

The Vikings offense is doing everything it can through three games, but it’s not enough
1 year, 6 months ago

The Vikings offense is doing everything it can through three games, but it’s not enough

New York Times  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kevin O’Connell looked and sounded exhausted. “We just didn’t make a couple of those plays,” he said, “and I’ve got to have a couple of better calls.” Juxtaposing these mishaps with the bigger picture — the fact that the Vikings offense has been one of the NFL’s most explosive — is a reflection of where his team …

Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone
1 year, 6 months ago

Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings again lacked the late-game touch that was so golden for them last season. Herbert passed for 405 yards and three touchdowns and the Chargers kept Kirk Cousins out of the end zone twice in the last three minutes to preserve a wild 28-24 victory over the winless Vikings on Sunday. “All three phases just hung …

Vikings rookie WR Jordan Addison cited for 140 mph driving in 55 zone by state patrol
1 year, 8 months ago

Vikings rookie WR Jordan Addison cited for 140 mph driving in 55 zone by state patrol

Associated Press  

Minnesota Vikings first-round draft pick Jordan Addison was cited early Thursday for speeding and reckless driving, after a state trooper clocked him at 140 mph in his sports car in a 55 mph zone. The Minnesota State Patrol said Addison was pulled over without resistance in a Lamborghini Urus at 3:07 a.m. by a trooper who was also traveling eastbound …

Vikings take USC WR Jordan Addison at No. 23 in NFL draft
1 year, 11 months ago

Vikings take USC WR Jordan Addison at No. 23 in NFL draft

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Jordan Addison could hardly have found a better place to break into the NFL than Minnesota, with Justin Jefferson in place to learn from. The Vikings selected the USC wide receiver with the 23rd overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night, giving their superstar a viable sidekick after the jettisoning of veteran Adam Thielen — …

Vikings defense struggles mightily against Lions, raising broader concerns for future
2 years, 3 months ago

Vikings defense struggles mightily against Lions, raising broader concerns for future

New York Times  

DETROIT — From high above the Ford Field turf Sunday afternoon, the men wearing Honolulu blue inside the cavernous stadium looked like an experienced colony of ants. GO DEEPER Lions stay in playoff hunt with win over Vikings Late in the fourth quarter, down on the field, Vikings first-year coach Kevin O’Connell stood alone. “Everybody has to do their individual …

Vikings get critical Allen turnovers, stun Bills 33-30 in OT
2 years, 4 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 …

How Jordan Addison’s cornerback experience sets him apart as USC’s top receiver
2 years, 6 months ago

How Jordan Addison’s cornerback experience sets him apart as USC’s top receiver

LA Times  

USC wide receiver Jordan Addison breaks away from Rice defensive back Sean Fresch to score a touchdown during the Trojans’ season opener on Sept. 3. Addison topped that season total last year, scoring 17 times for Pittsburgh on his way to winning the Biletnikoff Award presented to the nation’s top receiver. “Catching deep passes, that’s the fun part,” Addison said. …

Kirk Cousins throws for two touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears
3 years, 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins throws for two touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears

LA Times  

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins passes during the first half against the Chicago Bears Monday in Chicago. The Vikings, part of a tight pack of teams vying for one of the NFC’s seven playoff spots, were in line for their most lopsided win before Justin Fields threw a touchdown pass to Jesper Horsted on the game’s final play. We’re probably …

Josh Allen and Justin Herbert shaking stigmas, Marshon Lattimore clamps down: NFL Week 5 superlatives
3 years, 5 months ago

Josh Allen and Justin Herbert shaking stigmas, Marshon Lattimore clamps down: NFL Week 5 superlatives

New York Times  

The Bills’ Josh Allen and the Chargers’ Justin Herbert are shifting the narratives surrounding themselves and their respective teams one week at a time. The six passes defensed are the most in a single game since Kyle Fuller knocked away six passes on Dec. 24, 2017, in the Bears’ Week 16 win over the Browns. we paid an editor $10 …

Allen credited for providing banged-up Bills defense a lift
4 years, 6 months ago

Allen credited for providing banged-up Bills defense a lift

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen not only lifted the Buffalo offense in matching the third most prolific passing performance in team history. They have our backs.” On a team previously known for its sturdy defense, which finished among the league’s top the in fewest yards allowed in each of the past two seasons, the Bills’ offense is finally showing …

Allen tops 300 yards passing in Bills’ 27-17 win over Jets
4 years, 6 months ago

Allen tops 300 yards passing in Bills’ 27-17 win over Jets

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills got the season off to a throwing start. In overseeing three consecutive first-half touchdown drives, Allen became Buffalo’s first quarterback to top 300 yards passing in nearly three-plus years in a 27-17 season-opening win over the New York Jets on Sunday. The Bills overcame injuries to two starting linebackers, while …

Behind the Thielen-Cousins fireworks, there's a crucial truth for these Vikings
6 years, 3 months ago

Behind the Thielen-Cousins fireworks, there's a crucial truth for these Vikings

New York Times  

Moments after the big blow-up that everyone saw, a quieter exchange may have gotten to the heart of the Vikings’ offensive issues. While all of the clicks and all of the likes and all of the retweets focused on Thielen blowing his top and Cousins giving his Pro Bowl target a crash course in route running because “I don’t have …

Vikings Film Room: 49ers' efficient QB, strong pass rush a tough test for Week 1
6 years, 6 months ago

Vikings Film Room: 49ers' efficient QB, strong pass rush a tough test for Week 1

New York Times  

The Minnesota Vikings, hoping to establish dominance for years to come, will start off the Kirk Cousins era against a virtual unknown — signal-caller Jimmy Garoppolo will helm a San Francisco offense coordinated by one of the best offensive minds in the NFL, Kyle Shanahan. In other measures, Garoppolo’s 2017 performance was equally as impressive — he ranked fourth in …

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