Vikings Take Control of London Battle with Aaron Rodgers and Jets
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings Take Control of London Battle with Aaron Rodgers and Jets

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings take their 4-0 record overseas to face Aaron Rodgers and the Jets in London. The game marks the third time the Jets will play in London and their first since a 27-20 loss to Atlanta in 2021. The key matchup is between Vikings WR Justin Jefferson and Jets CB Sauce Gardner. The game is expected to be a high-scoring affair, with both teams boasting strong offenses and defenses.

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Jets and Jaguars, two of the NFL’s most disappointing teams, meet amid uncertain futures
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1 week, 3 days ago

Jets and Jaguars, two of the NFL’s most disappointing teams, meet amid uncertain futures

Associated Press  

New York Jets at Jacksonville Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX. Key injuries Jets RB Breece Hall could miss his second game in a row because of an MCL injury and hyperextension in his left knee.. Special teams ace Irvin Charles was placed on injured reserve this week with a torn ACL.. KR Kene Nwangwu sat out early in the week with …

Vikings take 6-game winning streak into Monday night matchup vs. backsliding Bears
1 week, 3 days ago

Vikings take 6-game winning streak into Monday night matchup vs. backsliding Bears

Associated Press  

Chicago at Minnesota Monday, 8 p.m. EST, ABC BetMGM NFL odds: Vikings by 7. The third overall pick in the 2018 draft continued his career-altering season last week against Atlanta by becoming the ninth quarterback in NFL history and first since Aaron Rodgers in 2019 with at least 325 passing yards, five TD passes, a completion rate of 75-plus percent …

Darnold, Vikings face Bears, looking to extend win streak to 4 games
1 month ago

Darnold, Vikings face Bears, looking to extend win streak to 4 games

Associated Press  

Minnesota at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Vikings by 4 1/2. The Bears could be without RB D’Andre Swift, who missed practice Wednesday.. LG Teven Jenkins did not play against Green Bay after leaving a Week 10 loss to New England.. LG Ryan Bates left last week’s game.. S Elijah Hicks was hurt against Green Bay. …

Vikings visit woeful Titans, looking to stay perfect against AFC this season
1 month, 1 week ago

Vikings visit woeful Titans, looking to stay perfect against AFC this season

Associated Press  

Minnesota at Tennessee Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS. Titans: CB L’Jarius Sneed remains week to week and is out a fourth straight game.. RT Leroy Watson IV also is out with Nicholas Petit-Frere back in the starting lineup.. … Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson had eight catches for 72 yards on nine targets against the Jaguars in his heaviest workload in …

The Vikings are still winning despite Sam Darnold’s recent spate of interceptions
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Jets' Comeback Against Texans: A Breath of Fresh Air in the AFC East
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jets' Comeback Against Texans: A Breath of Fresh Air in the AFC East

Associated Press  

The New York Jets' win over the Houston Texans was a much-needed spark of optimism after a disappointing start to the season. Despite a late surge by the Texans, the Jets emerged victorious, showcasing their improved offensive efficiency and the presence of key players like Garrett Wilson and Aaron Rodgers. The Jets will now have a chance to rest and …

Jets vs. Patriots Battle: Rodgers's Health a Major Concern
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Jets vs. Patriots Battle: Rodgers's Health a Major Concern

Associated Press  

The New York Jets and New England Patriots clash in a battle for supremacy in the AFC East. The Jets, led by quarterback Aaron Rodgers, are looking to extend their winning streak against the Patriots, who are without a win in their last three games. The Jets hold a slight advantage in the series, having won 17-3 in the previous …

The undefeated Vikings and their stress-inducing defense take on the high-scoring and surging Lions
2 months ago

The undefeated Vikings and their stress-inducing defense take on the high-scoring and surging Lions

Associated Press  

Detroit at Minnesota Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox. The Lions have scored 40-plus points in two straight games for the first time since 1962, behind one of the NFL’s most complete offenses and one of its brightest strategical minds. DE Marcus Davenport, who played last season for the Vikings, is likely out for the year with a triceps injury.. Lions …

Aaron Rodgers, New York Jets fall to Buffalo Bills in first game since firing head coach despite Hail Mary touchdown
2 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers, New York Jets fall to Buffalo Bills in first game since firing head coach despite Hail Mary touchdown

CNN  

CNN — The Buffalo Bills overcame an Aaron Rodgers Hail Mary touchdown pass at the end of the first half to edge past the New York Jets 23-20 in a penalty-filled victory on Monday night in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It was the Jets’ first game since firing head coach Robert Saleh, with defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich named interim coach, …

Vikings' Unstoppable Defense Defuses Jets, Remains Unbeaten
2 months, 2 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 …

Minnesota Vikings smother New York Jets in London to continue unbeaten NFL start
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell says his team’s 4-0 record means ‘nothing’ against Jets in London
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell says his team’s 4-0 record means ‘nothing’ against Jets in London

Associated Press  

WATFORD, England — The Minnesota Vikings are undefeated so far this season — and undefeated in international games in franchise history. “We’ve got to go out for four quarters this week and re-establish ourselves — our identity, our play style, our football philosophy — it’s got to be re-established on a week-in week-out basis,” O’Connell said. “It was great, honestly, …

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

Sam Darnold is thriving with the Vikings while getting the most support he’s had in the NFL
2 months, 4 weeks 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’ …

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets visit the Titans with both trying to avoid 0-2 starts
3 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets visit the Titans with both trying to avoid 0-2 starts

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The NFL did the New York Jets and four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers no favors scheduling their first three games over the span of 11 days. Two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons said Rodgers probably has the best hard count outside of Titans offensive line guru Bill Callahan. Rodgers watched the end of the Jets’ loss …

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets look for their 1st win together on road in Tennessee
3 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets look for their 1st win together on road in Tennessee

Associated Press  

New York Jets at Tennessee Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Jets by 3 1/2. Series notes The Titans are 4-3 against the Jets when playing at Nissan Stadium, including a 26-22 win in New York’s last visit Dec. 2, 2018. Hall has four career fumbles, with one in each of his three season-opening games.. WR Allen Lazard, …

Aaron Rodgers makes his return when the Jets open the season at the 49ers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers makes his return when the Jets open the season at the 49ers

Associated Press  

New York Jets at San Francisco Monday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, ESPN/ABC BetMGM NFL Odds: 49ers by 3 1/2. The 40-year-old four-time NFL MVP tore his left Achilles tendon four snaps into his debut last season for New York, sinking the Jets’ playoff hopes with him. Stats and stuff The Jets are 1-2 in season openers under Robert Saleh, with the …

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, …

The Vikings are focusing on fumble-proofing the rest of their season after slippery 0-2 start
1 year, 3 months ago

The Vikings are focusing on fumble-proofing the rest of their season after slippery 0-2 start

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings started the season just six days ago. “We have to go back and continue to find ways to re-emphasize how important it is when you have the football in your hands playing for the Minnesota Vikings,” coach Kevin O’Connell said after the 34-28 defeat Thursday in Philadelphia. “As a passer it’s hard because you’re pulling …

Jets lose Aaron Rodgers to an Achilles tendon injury, then rally to stun Bills 22-16 in overtime
1 year, 3 months ago

Jets lose Aaron Rodgers to an Achilles tendon injury, then rally to stun Bills 22-16 in overtime

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Jets pulled off one of their most exciting and unlikely victories in years — and still couldn’t completely enjoy it. Aaron Rodgers was knocked out of the Jets’ 22-16 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills just four snaps into his debut on Monday night with what coach Robert Saleh said is believed to …

Aaron Rodgers throws a TD pass in his brief preseason debut as Jets beat Giants 32-24
1 year, 3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers throws a TD pass in his brief preseason debut as Jets beat Giants 32-24

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers shook off the rust, threw a few passes and led the New York Jets into the end zone. “It was a good night.” Rodgers threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to Garrett Wilson to cap his second and final series, helping his new squad to a 32-24 victory over the Giants on Saturday night. 8 …

Vikings edge Giants 27-24 on Joseph’s game-ending 61-yard FG
1 year, 11 months ago

Vikings edge Giants 27-24 on Joseph’s game-ending 61-yard FG

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson got the ball just far enough across midfield for Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell to summon Greg Joseph for a kick he’d never before made in a game from that distance. Joseph’s franchise-record 61-yard field goal as time expired gave the Vikings a 27-24 victory on Saturday that prevented the New York Giants from clinching a …

Vikings beat Colts in OT in biggest comeback in NFL history
2 years ago

Vikings beat Colts in OT in biggest comeback in NFL history

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — 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 three seconds left in overtime Saturday to win the NFC North division in their typical dramatic fashion. BILLS 32, DOLPHINS 29 ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Tyler Bass hit a 25-yard field …

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 searching for solutions on defense after latest leak
2 years ago

Vikings searching for solutions on defense after latest leak

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have found a winning formula for this season despite a vulnerable defense: producing enough well-timed sacks, stops and turnovers in scoring range to offset the concerning amount of total yards they’ve surrendered. “Ultimately I think we need to generate more rush, however we do it, and then just try to limit explosives.” With the Vikings …

Vikings can clinch NFC North with win or tie against Lions
2 years 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 hang on, again, for 27-22 victory over White, Jets
2 years ago

Vikings hang on, again, for 27-22 victory over White, Jets

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — In the tension of these habitually tight finishes, the Minnesota Vikings have become quite the confident and comfortable team. Justin Jefferson’s touchdown catch with 8:33 left gave the Vikings a large enough lead to hang on for a 27-22 victory despite a relentless rally by the New York Jets on Sunday. We’re in the red zone, fourth down, …

Cowboys crush Vikings’ 7-game win streak with 40-3 romp
2 years, 1 month ago

Cowboys crush Vikings’ 7-game win streak with 40-3 romp

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Dallas Cowboys had some hard conversations with each other after their collapse last week at Green Bay. Tony Pollard had two touchdown catches with a career-high 189 yards from scrimmage, and the Cowboys sacked Kirk Cousins a career-most seven times Sunday in a 40-3 victory over the Vikings. “This league has a way of humbling any football …

Vikings, Commanders match up with winning streaks at stake
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings, Commanders match up with winning streaks at stake

Associated Press  

MINNESOTA at WASHINGTON Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Vikings by 3½ AGAINST THE SPREAD: Vikings 3-4; Commanders 4-4 SERIES RECORD: Vikings lead 14-13. Over their first seven games, the Vikings had only one missed game to injury by any starter.. Washington’s Chase Young, working slowly to return from a torn ACL in his right knee, is …

Vikings hang on for 5th straight win, top Cardinals 34-26
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings hang on for 5th straight win, top Cardinals 34-26

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The winning touch that so often escaped the Minnesota Vikings last season is back in their hands. Za’Darius Smith had three sacks to help a fired-up defense hang on against Kyler Murray, and the Vikings beat the Cardinals 34-26 on Sunday for their fifth consecutive victory. Dalvin Cook rushed for a season-high 111 yards and a touchdown, Kirk …

Jets’ D-line soaring during team’s early season surge
2 years, 2 months ago

Jets’ D-line soaring during team’s early season surge

Associated Press  

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Quinnen Williams kept bulldozing his way into the backfield and getting in Aaron Rodgers’ face. “The sky’s the limit for this group, and you can feel it,” said Curry, who made his Jets debut Sunday after health issues kept him sidelined since signing with New York in March 2021. “He’s playing at that type of level.” …

Vikings hang on for 28-25 win over Saints in London
2 years, 2 months ago

Vikings hang on for 28-25 win over Saints in London

Associated Press  

LONDON — Justin Jefferson bounced back from two quiet games and Greg Joseph made amends for a missed extra point. The Vikings star receiver scored a touchdown and beat Marshon Lattimore on a 39-yard reception to set up Joseph’s 47-yard field goal with 24 seconds left and Minnesota hung on for a 28-25 win over New Orleans on Sunday at …

Vikings beat Bears 31-17; futures uncertain for Nagy, Zimmer
2 years, 11 months ago

Vikings beat Bears 31-17; futures uncertain for Nagy, Zimmer

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer had no interest in reflection, still stung by several narrow losses in his eighth year that kept his team out of the playoffs and rendered irrelevant this season-ending win over Chicago. Kirk Cousins passed for 172 yards and three touchdowns in the second half to lead a Vikings comeback to beat the Bears …

Packers rout Vikings 37-10 in cold to take NFC’s No. 1 seed
2 years, 11 months ago

Packers rout Vikings 37-10 in cold to take NFC’s No. 1 seed

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers once again have made sure they won’t have to leave Lambeau Field for the conference playoffs. The Packers have won 13 straight regular-season home games but lost 31-26 at home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in last season’s NFC championship game. “Last year we didn’t get that good Green …

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again
2 years, 11 months 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 visit 49ers in matchup of NFC wild-card contenders
3 years ago

Vikings visit 49ers in matchup of NFC wild-card contenders

Associated Press  

MINNESOTA at SAN FRANCISCO Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, Fox BETTING LINE: 49ers by 3, according to FanDuel SportsBook. KEY INJURIES: Vikings DE Danielle Hunter and TE Irv Smith Jr. are out for the season.. DT Michael Pierce will miss at least one more game on injured reserve. DT Dalvin Tomlinson landed on the COVID-19 reserve list on Tuesday, but otherwise …

Vikings keep Rodgers off field late, nip Packers 34-31
3 years, 1 month ago

Vikings keep Rodgers off field late, nip Packers 34-31

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Greg Joseph made a 29-yard field goal as time expired to give the Minnesota Vikings a 34-31 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, finishing a classic back-and-forth with Aaron Rodgers by making sure the three-time NFL MVP didn’t get to touch the ball last. Kirk Cousins passed for 341 yards and three touchdowns for the Vikings, …

Vikings outlast Rodgers, Packers 34-31 on game-ending FG
3 years, 1 month ago

Vikings outlast Rodgers, Packers 34-31 on game-ending FG

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Much to coach Mike Zimmer’s consternation, the Minnesota Vikings have made quite the habit of these white-knuckle, high-stress finishes. “You know how they say, ‘Sunday is fun day?’ It’s not, at all,” an exhausted Zimmer said after the game was decided on the final snap for a sixth time in 10 games. “I think continuing to have these …

Go-for-it Vikings get results from increased aggression
3 years, 1 month ago

Go-for-it Vikings get results from increased aggression

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — With their window tightening for playoff contention, the Minnesota Vikings finally won a close game against a winning team by simply letting loose. “If we get an opportunity to win the game, then we’re going to try to win the game,” coach Mike Zimmer said Monday, the day after beating the Los Angeles Chargers 27-20. Zimmer kept the …

Rodgers at ease as Packers roll past Vikings 43-34
4 years, 3 months ago

Rodgers at ease as Packers roll past Vikings 43-34

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — After Green Bay won last season at Minnesota to clinch the division, Aaron Rodgers paused to take a video of some jubilant Packers fans still lingering in the stadium as he walked to the bus. Rodgers took full advantage of the young cornerbacks and the empty building in Minnesota, beginning his 13th season as Green Bay’s starting quarterback …

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