Kirk Cousins has Justin Jefferson, Aaron Rodgers has no one as Vikings stake their claim
2 years, 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins has Justin Jefferson, Aaron Rodgers has no one as Vikings stake their claim

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — The sideline told the story in the Minnesota Vikings’ victory Sunday over Green Bay. When Cousins was asked about the exchange after Minnesota’s 23-7 victory, he thought back to Jefferson’s first career touchdown, a 71-yard catch and run against Tennessee in Week 3 of the 2020 season. It was the breakout game for the rookie — seven catches, 175 yards and the score — and Cousins recalled telling him then how impressed he was that Jefferson didn’t go down easily. Jefferson accounted for 91 percent of the Vikings’ air yards in the first half, when the offense did most of its damage. Hate to see it on the first play, but that’s a part of it.” Whatever happens the rest of the way, this was a significant first step for O’Connell, Cousins and the Vikings.

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Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
18 hours, 45 minutes 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 …

Don’t write off Kirk Cousins just yet despite his benching: Analysis
3 days, 8 hours ago

Don’t write off Kirk Cousins just yet despite his benching: Analysis

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins didn’t forget how to play quarterback. There’s no sugarcoating the way Cousins played over the past five games. That prompted Falcons coach Raheem Morris to make the bold decision to bench Cousins for rookie Michael Penix Jr. in the middle of a playoff chase. “That guy has carried us,” Morris said after Cousins threw four picks in a …

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss
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6 days, 19 hours ago

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss

CNN  

CNN — The NFL’s Week 15 concluded with the league’s final Monday Night Football doubleheader of the season. Before Monday’s game, former Vikings receivers Chris Carter and Jake Reed showed support for their former teammate Randy Moss by holding up his #84 jersey during the coin toss at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. David Becker/AP Falcons end four-game skid to …

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss
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6 days, 19 hours ago

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss

CNN  

CNN — The NFL’s Week 15 concluded with the league’s final Monday Night Football doubleheader of the season. Before Monday’s game, former Vikings receivers Chris Carter and Jake Reed showed support for their former teammate Randy Moss by holding up his #84 jersey during the coin toss at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. David Becker/AP Falcons end four-game skid to …

How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears
3 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production
1 month ago

Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson might be weary of all the safeties shadowing his every route, determined not to let the Minnesota Vikings go deep, but he’s hardly angry. “We see that every week: Teams just have different tendencies on film, and then when we go out on the field they play us totally different,” Jefferson said, later adding: “I …

Kirk Cousins' Comeback in Atlanta: A Turning Point for the Falcons
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins' Comeback in Atlanta: A Turning Point for the Falcons

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins leads a massive turnaround in Atlanta, now he’s got to finish strong. The Falcons (6-3) have a firm grasp on first place in the NFC South, putting them in a strong position to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2017 season. Cousins is a big reason for the renaissance, showing he was very much worth …

Cousins' Epic Performance Against Bucs Propels Falcons to First Place in NFC South
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cousins' Epic Performance Against Bucs Propels Falcons to First Place in NFC South

Associated Press  

Cousins continues his dominance against the Bucs, throwing four touchdowns and no interceptions while completing 79.3% of his passes. He now has eight TD passes with one interception in two wins over Tampa Bay, putting him on a strong path to first place in the NFC South. The Falcons are looking for stability at quarterback after signing Cousins to a …

Vikings look to Justin Jefferson for even greater leadership role now that his new deal is done
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings look to Justin Jefferson for even greater leadership role now that his new deal is done

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The wide receiver position in the NFL has been home over the years to some of the most dynamic yet moody superstars in the sport. “He’s a culture-changer.” That reputation was cemented last year after Jefferson suffered a hamstring strain that ultimately kept him out for seven games. “The way he handled it and the work he …

Kirk Cousins looks to build his postseason legacy with the Falcons
9 months, 1 week ago

Kirk Cousins looks to build his postseason legacy with the Falcons

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Kirk Cousins has a single playoff victory in his long career. “When the owner, general manager, head coach and quarterback are on the same page, that’s when you really have a chance to go win a Super Bowl,” Cousins said at the team’s suburban training facility. That’s exciting for me and why I’m thrilled to be …

How to sum up Kirk Cousins’ six prolific seasons in Minnesota? It’s complicated
9 months, 1 week ago

How to sum up Kirk Cousins’ six prolific seasons in Minnesota? It’s complicated

New York Times  

After a victory, most postgame locker rooms are raging. GO DEEPER Kirk Cousins' Achilles injury leaves Vikings teammates emotional despite win over Packers A similar sentiment exists now among key locker room figures in the aftermath of Monday’s news. Cousins, a free agent who since 2018 has been the Vikings’ starter, informed the team that he would be leaving to …

Vikings enter offseason as Kirk Cousins’ potential return at QB weighs on other pressing needs
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings enter offseason as Kirk Cousins’ potential return at QB weighs on other pressing needs

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings have entered another pivotal offseason, revolving around the club’s still-uncertain plans at quarterback. Cousins, who had enough qualifying attempts to finish third in the NFL in passer rating despite playing in only eight games, didn’t directly answer a question on Monday about whether he would sign with the Vikings for less …

Vikings miss Cousins more than ever after Mullens’ 4 interceptions in loss to Lions
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Vikings miss Cousins more than ever after Mullens’ 4 interceptions in loss to Lions

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins had started all but two games in his six seasons for Minnesota, giving the Vikings rare continuity at quarterback before he went down in October with a season-ending Achilles tendon tear. It’s hard work, execution, trust the guys around me.” Mullens was working with a depleted receiver group down the stretch as tight end T.J. Hockenson …

Justin Jefferson could play for the Vikings this week after a chest injury from a hard hit
1 year ago

Justin Jefferson could play for the Vikings this week after a chest injury from a hard hit

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson avoided internal injury from the airborne hit he took while catching a pass that cut short his return to action and has a “good chance” to play this week, coach Kevin O’Connell said Monday. After missing seven games with a hamstring strain, Jefferson was sidelined again Sunday at Las Vegas when …

Vikings get promising news on WR Justin Jefferson after he’s taken to hospital with chest injury
1 year ago

Vikings get promising news on WR Justin Jefferson after he’s taken to hospital with chest injury

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was taken to a hospital after being hit in the chest during Minnesota’s 3-0 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, but he returned to Allegiant Stadium and then flew home with the team. “Feel pretty encouraged about the early news on Justin,” coach Kevin O’Connell said. “From what I’ve been …

Vikings opt for caution and keep Jefferson out again in ugly 12-10 loss to Bears
1 year ago

Vikings opt for caution and keep Jefferson out again in ugly 12-10 loss to Bears

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings took the cautious route by ruling All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson out ahead of the game, his seventh straight game on the sideline with a strained hamstring. Joshua Dobbs threw four interceptions as the Vikings had just 242 total yards in a 12-10 loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday night. “Getting him back, any …

Cousins has surgery on his torn Achilles tendon. Vikings have yet to reveal a return timetable
1 year, 1 month ago

Cousins has surgery on his torn Achilles tendon. Vikings have yet to reveal a return timetable

Associated Press  

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had surgery Wednesday for his torn right Achilles tendon. “What re-energized me was talking with Kirk and, the way his mind works, he’s so process-oriented and so intentional, he’s talking about being back at OTAs, doing all the different things and what his schedule’s going to be,” Minnesota general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said Wednesday. “And …

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow

News 18  

EAGAN, Minn.: Kirk Cousins has a torn right Achilles tendon that will end his season, the Minnesota Vikings announced on Monday after his first career injury put a somber tone on their three-game winning streak. New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has raised the possibility of returning yet this season from his torn left Achilles tendon, but after getting hurt …

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kirk Cousins has a torn right Achilles tendon that will end his season, dampening the mood around the Minnesota Vikings after their recent resurgence and putting the front office and coaching staff in a scramble to figure out which quarterback to finish with. New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has raised the long-shot possibility of returning yet …

Vikings beat Packers 24-10 but lose Cousins to possible Achilles tendon injury
1 year, 1 month 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, …

Cousins throws 2 TD passes before leaving with injury in Vikings’ 24-10 victory over Packers
1 year, 1 month ago

Cousins throws 2 TD passes before leaving with injury in Vikings’ 24-10 victory over Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Kirk Cousins led the Minnesota Vikings back to relevance after their poor start to the season. Cousins threw a pair of touchdown passes before leaving in the fourth quarter of the Vikings’ 24-10 victory over the slumping Green Bay Packers 24-10 on Sunday. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said after the game that the Vikings are “fearing …

Kirk Cousins’ Achilles injury leaves Vikings teammates emotional despite win over Packers
1 year, 1 month ago

Kirk Cousins’ Achilles injury leaves Vikings teammates emotional despite win over Packers

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — They knew. Head coach Kevin O’Connell said after the game the team is “fearing an Achilles injury.” Meanwhile, a league source told The Athletic’s Dianna Russini that the Vikings believe Cousins tore his Achilles tendon. GO DEEPER Vikings QB Kirk Cousins tears Achilles “I’m thinking of Kirk,” O’Connell said. Before Netflix’s “Quarterback” aired, a lot of …

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins dazzles in prime time in statement MNF win over 49ers
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins dazzles in prime time in statement MNF win over 49ers

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Nine years ago, almost to the day, Kirk Cousins was benched at halftime of a football game. Tyler Polumbus, one of Cousins’ former teammates, said recently that two weeks after the benching, he and Cousins were seated on a cold, aluminum bench at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis before a game. GO DEEPER Cousins, Addison guide Vikings to …

No Jefferson means Vikings might have to win ugly. That’s just what they did in his 1st absence
1 year, 2 months ago

No Jefferson means Vikings might have to win ugly. That’s just what they did in his 1st absence

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The first game for the Minnesota Vikings without Justin Jefferson was a slog, a glaring reminder of how vital the superstar wide receiver is for their ability to score. “Our offense will be hungry to go back to work and make sure we rectify some of those things, because honestly the way Kirk was throwing it today, I …

Cousins, Hicks lead way as Vikings knock out Fields, beat Bears 19-13
1 year, 2 months ago

Cousins, Hicks lead way as Vikings knock out Fields, beat Bears 19-13

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Minnesota Vikings took a cue from the Texas Rangers and decided to play a Creed song. Kirk Cousins threw for a touchdown, Jordan Hicks returned a fumble 42 yards for a score and Minnesota knocked Justin Fields out of the game in beating the Bears 19-13 on Sunday. FIELDS EXITS Fields was sacked four times and exited …

Why trading Kirk Cousins is an option the Vikings may soon have to consider
1 year, 2 months ago

Why trading Kirk Cousins is an option the Vikings may soon have to consider

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Broncos vs Vikings in Sunday Night Football action. Zygi Wilf, co-owner of the Minnesota Vikings, had just exited the locker room following Sunday night’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. LIVE: QB Kirk Cousins speaks to the media https://t.co/fnL8U9YkEZ — Minnesota Vikings October 9, 2023 There is also a similarly complex slate of questions …

Vikings place Justin Jefferson on injured reserve: Who steps up, how this impacts Minnesota
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings place Justin Jefferson on injured reserve: Who steps up, how this impacts Minnesota

New York Times  

By Alec Lewis, Jake Ciely and Dianna Russini The Minnesota Vikings placed wide receiver Justin Jefferson on injured reserve Wednesday because of his hamstring injury, the team announced. Coach Kevin O’Connell said Monday that the team, which dropped to 1-4, is “going to do what’s best for Justin and make sure we give him the treatment and plan that is …

How the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is on pace to do what no receiver has ever done
1 year, 2 months ago

How the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is on pace to do what no receiver has ever done

New York Times  

These days, it’s easy to be numb to Justin Jefferson’s greatness. “You know, if you work at it,” Sullivan told him that day, “you’ve got a chance to be a really good player.” The encouragement forged a connection that developed throughout Jefferson’s time at LSU. “He brought me up for four days,” Sullivan said, “and we went to work.” Jefferson’s …

Justin Jefferson can’t hold on, Vikings’ 4 fumbles prove costly in sloppy loss to Eagles
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Jefferson can’t hold on, Vikings’ 4 fumbles prove costly in sloppy loss to Eagles

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Justin Jefferson had a touchdown in his grasp. “Justin’s just trying to make a play in that moment,” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said. “I’m putting a lot on myself, fumbling in the end zone like that when we need points,” Jefferson said. “If Justin is going out of bounds at the 5-yard line, he’s not reaching,” Cousins said. …

After years of self-criticism, Kirk Cousins is trying to chill out
1 year, 3 months ago

After years of self-criticism, Kirk Cousins is trying to chill out

New York Times  

The teacher placed the graded quiz on the desk face down. “If you don’t want Kirk as your quarterback, you better cut him.” Washington didn’t cut him, but Cousins didn’t immediately thrive under new head coach Jay Gruden, either. “He felt horrible when he threw an interception,” Johnson said, “like he was letting everyone down.” After Cousins left Brown’s office …

Vikings open vs. Bucs with Kirk Cousins once again playing for a job beyond this season
1 year, 3 months ago

Vikings open vs. Bucs with Kirk Cousins once again playing for a job beyond this season

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — For all Kirk Cousins has achieved entering his 12th season in the NFL, his sixth with the Minnesota Vikings, he has rarely escaped the very situation that defines this cutthroat league of short-lived careers. The Vikings, who host Tampa Bay to open the season on Sunday, boast the league’s reigning receiving leader in Justin Jefferson, who’s barely beginning …

Kirk Cousins is determined to maintain his durability as his future with the Vikings remains unclear
1 year, 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins is determined to maintain his durability as his future with the Vikings remains unclear

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — When Kirk Cousins takes the first snap for the Minnesota Vikings in their season opener, he’ll move into third place on the franchise’s all-time list for games started by a quarterback. “Shame on me if there was more out there to get and I didn’t do all I could,” Cousins said earlier this summer. “You can’t prevent …

Vikings star Justin Jefferson plays his contract situation cool and welcomes the pressure
1 year, 4 months ago

Vikings star Justin Jefferson plays his contract situation cool and welcomes the pressure

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson walked off the Minnesota Vikings practice field once the first session of training camp was finished, looking as fit and lean as ever with his easy, wide smile framing his designer sunglasses. The contract is going to play itself out, and I’m just out here to play football.” The relentless drive and gregarious presence of …

‘Quarterback’: What I learned about Kirk Cousins and the Vikings from the series
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Quarterback’: What I learned about Kirk Cousins and the Vikings from the series

New York Times  

You got to see Kirk Cousins in snowy Minnesota, in his black Ford truck and inside a run-of-the-mill hotel room. “Don’t get frustrated.” Cousins took off his helmet and said simply: “Oh, I’m getting frustrated.” This scene showed up in Episode 6 just before O’Connell recalled his thoughts on the situation. In Episode 1, during the Week 1 game against …

Cousins dominates first half as Vikings beat Bears 29-13
1 year, 11 months ago

Cousins dominates first half as Vikings beat Bears 29-13

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Minnesota Vikings wanted nothing more than to wash away the bitter taste from a blowout loss and head into the postseason on a sweeter note. Kirk Cousins threw for 225 yards and a touchdown in the first half and watched the rest of the way as the NFC North champion Vikings tuned up for the playoffs by …

Rodgers, Packers rout Vikings 41-17, control playoff fate
1 year, 11 months ago

Rodgers, Packers rout Vikings 41-17, control playoff fate

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers and the Packers suddenly are just a win away from an improbable playoff berth. A fourth straight postseason berth seemed out of the question after a 1-7 stretch dropped the Packers to 4-8, but they haven’t lost since and have benefited from favorable results around the league. Green Bay’s latest bit of good fortune …

Vikings’ Jefferson unfazed by big hits, as big games pile up
2 years ago

Vikings’ Jefferson unfazed by big hits, as big games pile up

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — For all the superb skills Justin Jefferson has as the leading receiver in the NFL, from route-running savvy to quick-twitch elusiveness to vertical jump to just pure speed, his ability to simply hang onto the ball for the Minnesota Vikings might be his best attribute of all. “They’re just difficult to hear footsteps and not shrink back, …

Cook, Vikings can’t capitalize on Jefferson’s record day
2 years ago

Cook, Vikings can’t capitalize on Jefferson’s record day

Associated Press  

DETROIT — In the end, no amount of fireworks from Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson — and they set the air ablaze Sunday — could overcome perhaps the worst game of Vikings running back Dalvin Cook’s six-year career. “When I look at it, there was some positive performances from some individual players and some things that gave us a chance …

Vikings can clinch NFC North on road against surging Lions
2 years 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 …

Cousins relishes confidence of Vikings, as clutch wins come
2 years ago

Cousins relishes confidence of Vikings, as clutch wins come

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Somewhere along the line this season after Kevin O’Connell was hired as Minnesota’s coach, Kirk Cousins found the consistent winning touch in the clutch that too often was missing for him. One of the NFL’s most scrutinized quarterbacks delivered again for the 2022 Vikings, with three touchdown passes including the tiebreaking score in the fourth quarter to beat …

Cousins, Vikings rebound from blowout to beat Patriots 33-26
2 years ago

Cousins, Vikings rebound from blowout to beat Patriots 33-26

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have quickly become a confident and resilient team under rookie coach Kevin O’Connell and his staff, and they sure showed it in this short week. Kirk Cousins threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, the last a go-ahead score to Adam Thielen with 9:34 left to push Minnesota past the New England Patriots in a …

Cousins, Vikings under pressure with another sack-master foe
2 years, 1 month ago

Cousins, Vikings under pressure with another sack-master foe

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The trouble Kirk Cousins had in Minnesota’s game with the Dallas pass rush won’t just go away on its own. “It’s tough, Kirk getting sacked before you even get out your break,” wide receiver Justin Jefferson said. If things are not working out the way we planned, we need to find a way to adjust and go …

Cousins, Vikings’ offense succumb to Cowboys’ pressure
2 years, 1 month ago

Cousins, Vikings’ offense succumb to Cowboys’ pressure

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Lined up on the edge on Minnesota’s first pass play, Micah Parsons worked around Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw and pursued quarterback Kirk Cousins from his blind side. “Kirk tried to battle tonight,” Minnesota coach Kevin O’Connell said. I think we definitely caused a problem in their pass game, especially for where they was trending at.” Minnesota’s offensive …

Jefferson soaring for Vikings with Cowboys set to visit
2 years, 1 month ago

Jefferson soaring for Vikings with Cowboys set to visit

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Without even a split-second of hesitation, Kirk Cousins can hone in on the exact moment when he knew the Minnesota Vikings had their latest game-changing wide receiver in Justin Jefferson. “Hopefully my name can get in there a couple years later,” Jefferson said, recounting the numerous conversations with relatives, friends, teammates, coaches and others he’s had about the …

Confident Vikings thriving behind letting-it-loose Cousins
2 years, 1 month ago

Confident Vikings thriving behind letting-it-loose Cousins

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — After the Minnesota Vikings hired a head coach with a player-first approach and a quarterback-friendly background, while keeping the entire starting offense intact, the 2022 season was shaping up well for Kirk Cousins. Cousins said Wednesday he never expected the attention — which goes back to Minnesota’s win over New Orleans in London on Oct. 2, the …

Kirk Cousins returns to visit Washington with 6-1 Vikings
2 years, 1 month ago

Kirk Cousins returns to visit Washington with 6-1 Vikings

Associated Press  

— Kirk Cousins looks back fondly on his time in Washington, no occasion more than the day after Christmas in 2015 when he and his teammates clinched the NFC East title and a trip to the playoffs and were greeted by celebrating fans back at their practice facility. “I’ll never forget that.” Cousins returns to play the team he spent …

Vikings’ offense finding its way in O’Connell’s system
2 years, 2 months ago

Vikings’ offense finding its way in O’Connell’s system

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — As Kirk Cousins opened Sunday with a team-record 18 consecutive completions, star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was the focal point of a Minnesota Vikings offense that scored touchdowns on its first three possessions. “We’ve got a long way to go, five games in, but we’re really seeing some of our philosophy come to life,” O’Connell said. I also …

Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22
2 years, 2 months ago

Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings established a remarkable rhythm early. Cousins scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak with 2:26 remaining on Minnesota’s fifth third-down conversion of its go-ahead drive, and the Vikings snapped out of another mid-game slump just in time to beat the Chicago Bears 29-22 on Sunday. “I’m not where I was at the end …

Jefferson, Vikings beat Packers 23-7 for O’Connell’s 1st win
2 years, 3 months ago

Jefferson, Vikings beat Packers 23-7 for O’Connell’s 1st win

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Having boldly stated before the season his goal to be the best receiver in the league, Minnesota’s Justin Jefferson can already stake a claim to this subjective yet coveted status. Jefferson smashed rival Green Bay for 184 receiving yards and two touchdowns in a record-setting first half, giving new Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell a 23-7 win in his …

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