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 yards and scored four touchdowns in the Vikings’ victory at Lambeau Field last season. It’s like another milestone that I’m checking off.” RED-HOT RODGERS Rodgers has thrown 16 touchdown passes without an interception over his last five games despite dealing with a toe injury. “It’s hard to think of a year that I’ve enjoyed more than this one, even with all the adversity.” SLOWING THE RUN The Vikings have the fifth-worst rate in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game and per carry, continuing a troubling trend that began last season.

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Seahawks’ loss to Vikings sends their playoff chances tumbling
14 hours, 36 minutes ago

Seahawks’ loss to Vikings sends their playoff chances tumbling

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — For the Seattle Seahawks, there is now no easy path to the postseason. According to the NFL, the Seahawks’ probability of making the playoffs fell to 24% after Sunday’s 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, who pulled ahead on a late touchdown pass from Sam Darnold to Justin Jefferson and held on thanks to a game-sealing interception of …

Seahawks hope to increase playoff odds when they face Vikings
3 days, 16 hours ago

Seahawks hope to increase playoff odds when they face Vikings

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks have no choice but to move forward. “They have really good players, a really good scheme, and they’re well-coached,” Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said. “It’s going to be a grind because these are really good football teams we’re going to play, whether it’s two on the road or hosting Green Bay here,” coach Kevin …

Packers attempt to continue their surge as they host the Saints on Monday night
3 days, 16 hours ago

Packers attempt to continue their surge as they host the Saints on Monday night

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers don’t want to have to wait as long as they did last season to clinch a playoff berth. If that doesn’t happen, the Packers still can wrap up a playoff berth by beating the injury-riddled New Orleans Saints on Monday night at Lambeau Field. A loss or tie by …

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

Green Bay looks to rebound on the road against Seattle on Sunday night
1 week, 3 days ago

Green Bay looks to rebound on the road against Seattle on Sunday night

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Seattle Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Packers by 3 Against the spread: Green Bay 7-6, Seattle 6-6-1 Series record: Green Bay leads 15-9 Last meeting: Nov. 14, 2021, Packers win 17-0 at Lambeau Field. Key matchup The Packers offense overall appears to have the upper hand with the steady leadership of quarterback Jordan Love, …

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 …

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward
1 week, 6 days 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 …

Packers continue to be hampered by slow starts against divisional opponents
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Packers continue to be hampered by slow starts against divisional opponents

Associated Press  

Green Bay’s season-long struggles against NFC North opponents have made the Packers ’ remote chance of winning a division title increasingly unlikely. Green Bay continually has fallen behind early against NFC North opponents, something that hasn’t happened in the Packers’ other games. … S Zayne Anderson, who had played just eight defensive snaps all season before Thursday, stepped in for …

Lions host Packers on Thursday night, hoping to push winning streak to franchise-record 11 straight
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Lions host Packers on Thursday night, hoping to push winning streak to franchise-record 11 straight

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Detroit and Green Bay, longtime rivals and current contenders, will have much at stake when they meet Thursday night in the Motor City. “This is the type of stuff that you live for and it’s also the type of stuff that gets you ready for the tournament.” Green Bay also has a lot to play for because it …

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

Vikings’ latest victory against Cardinals conjures thoughts of 2022 playoff team
3 weeks, 1 day 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 take 4-game win streak home to face Cardinals, who haven’t won in Minnesota since 1977
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Vikings take 4-game win streak home to face Cardinals, who haven’t won in Minnesota since 1977

Associated Press  

Arizona at Minnesota Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL odds: Vikings by 3 1/2. Cardinals player to watch TE Trey McBride had one of the best games of his career last week against Seattle, catching 12 passes for 133 yards. Robinson, who was acquired to replace injured standout Christian Darrisaw, is uncertain to play against Arizona.. Vikings TE Josh …

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. …

QB Love, Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North, continue dominance of struggling Bears
1 month, 1 week ago

QB Love, Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North, continue dominance of struggling Bears

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Against the spread: Packers 4-5; Bears 4-4-1 Series record: Packers lead 107-95-6 Last meeting: Packers beat Bears 17-9 in Green Bay, Wis., on Jan. 7, 2024. Jones has missed the past two games, and Wright sat out last week.. DE Montez Sweat and special …

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 …

Packers Seek to Repeat Late-Season Surge as They Enter Bye Week
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Packers Seek to Repeat Late-Season Surge as They Enter Bye Week

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers are seeking to replicate their late-season surge from last year after losing at home to the Minnesota Vikings and division-leading Detroit Lions. Despite a 3-6 record at the beginning of the season, the Packers have shown improvement with a 6-3 record and a Wild-Card victory over San Francisco. However, they need to address their turnovers and …

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

Associated Press  

The NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions is set to take place this Sunday. The Lions have a high-powered offense, while the Packers specialize in taking the ball away. The game is expected to be a high-scoring contest, as both teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. Detroit has been a dominant force …

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers look to extend their winning streak to 4 against the Jacksonville Jaguars in a crucial matchup. Both teams have been playing closely in recent meetings, with the Jaguars holding a slight edge. The Packers will be without key players Devonte Wyatt and Quay Walker due to injuries, but they have shown resilience in recent weeks. The …

Rams Seek to Carry Momentum into Thursday Night Showdown with Vikings
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Rams Seek to Carry Momentum into Thursday Night Showdown with Vikings

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams will clash in a highly anticipated matchup on Thursday night. The Rams hold a 28-17-2 advantage in the series, having won the past two meetings with the Vikings. Both teams boast strong offenses and defenses, but the Vikings' experience and quarterback Matthew Stafford could pose a significant challenge for the Rams' defense. The …

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 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 …

What we learned in NFL Week 4: Ravens get mojo back, Vikings prove staying power
2 months, 3 weeks ago

What we learned in NFL Week 4: Ravens get mojo back, Vikings prove staying power

New York Times  

Two weeks ago, the Baltimore Ravens walked off their home field 0-2 while boos rained down. Cincinnati is still 7-14-1 under coach Zac Taylor in the month of September, but 0-4 would’ve been pretty close to a death knell: only one team in NFL history, the 1992 San Diego Chargers, made the playoffs after losing their first four games of …

Packers host undefeated Vikings in key early NFC North showdown
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers host undefeated Vikings in key early NFC North showdown

Associated Press  

Minnesota at Green Bay Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Key injuries Vikings WR Jordan Addison was a full participant in Friday’s practice and should play Sunday after missing two games.. Vikings LB Ivan Pace Jr. will miss a second straight game.. Vikings OLB Dallas Turner was a full practice participant Thursday and Friday, …

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 …

The Packers visit the 49ers for record-setting 10th playoff matchup
11 months ago

The Packers visit the 49ers for record-setting 10th playoff matchup

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at SAN FRANCISCO Saturday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: 49ers by 9 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. KEY INJURIES: Packers RB AJ Dillon has missed Green Bay’s past two games.. Packers OLB Kingsley Enagbare got knocked out of the Cowboys game with a knee injury.. Green Bay CB Jaire Alexander left last week’s game with an ankle …

Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s beleaguered defense stepped up just in the nick of time to help the Packers make a surprising push into the postseason. Chicago reached Green Bay territory on six drives Sunday, but the Packers’ defense stiffened in each instance while sacking Justin Fields five times. … Green Bay’s offensive line has allowed one sack in …

Love comes through as Packers beat Bears 17-9 to clinch a playoff berth
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Love comes through as Packers beat Bears 17-9 to clinch a playoff berth

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jordan Love accomplished something in his first season as a starting quarterback that his four-time MVP predecessor failed to achieve last year. Green Bay was in a similar situation for its regular-season finale last year, but lost 20-16 at home to the Detroit Lions in Aaron Rodgers’ last game with the Packers. I don’t really have …

Packers can earn spot in playoffs if they continue their recent domination of Bears
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Packers can earn spot in playoffs if they continue their recent domination of Bears

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — All that stands between the Green Bay Packers and a playoff berth is an NFC North rival they’ve dominated for the last five seasons. We know Green Bay’s playing for a lot, what’s at stake.” The Packers want to avoid a repeat of last season’s finale, when they blew a chance to reach the playoffs by …

Vikings still struggling to stop the quarterback carousel from spinning with Cousins out
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Packers and Vikings stage must-win rematch after months of promise and pain
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers and Vikings stage must-win rematch after months of promise and pain

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings were enjoying the rarity of a dominant afternoon in Green Bay two months ago, continuing their ascent from an early hole while Packers quarterback Jordan Love’s struggles persisted. “We’ve worked through it as a staff, trying to kind of adjust and adapt to what we think is going to give us the best chance to …

Packers-Vikings could be wild-card elimination game, with division clinched for Lions
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers-Vikings could be wild-card elimination game, with division clinched for Lions

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at MINNESOTA Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC OPENING LINE: Vikings by 1½, per FanDuel Sportsbook. Jayden Reed didn’t play last week and has been a limited participant in practice.. Packers S Darnell Savage has sat out two straight games and practiced on a limited basis this week. With OLB Marcus Davenport out for the past nine games and …

Vikings and Bengals will try to stay in the playoff picture when the 7-6 teams face off Saturday
1 year ago

Vikings and Bengals will try to stay in the playoff picture when the 7-6 teams face off Saturday

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — The winner of Saturday’s game between the Vikings and Bengals will stay in the crowded playoff picture — at least for now. “You don’t really know who’s going to be the last man standing in our division, so that keeps the juices flowing, especially with these games that we have left,” Minnesota receiver Justin Jefferson said. JEFFERSON’S RETURN, …

Bucs, Packers seeking to improve playoff hopes as they face off at Lambeau
1 year ago

Bucs, Packers seeking to improve playoff hopes as they face off at Lambeau

Associated Press  

TAMPA BAY at GREEN BAY Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS OPENING LINE: Packers by 3½, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. KEY MATCHUP: Buccaneers RB Rachaad White vs. Packers run defense: White has rushed for at least 100 yards in two of his past three games. KEY INJURIES: Buccaneers CB Carlton Davis, DL Will Gholston have been ruled out for Sunday’s game.. …

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants
1 year ago

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants

Associated Press  

Even after perhaps their most disappointing loss of the season, the Green Bay Packers still have an opportunity to make the playoffs. “They didn’t do nothing that we didn’t see.” Green Bay still found itself in position to win after Jordan Love’s 6-yard touchdown pass to Malik Heath put the Packers ahead 22-21 with 1:33 remaining, but Tommy DeVito drove …

Bears outlast Vikings 12-10 on 4th field goal by Santos after 4 interceptions of Dobbs
1 year ago

Bears outlast Vikings 12-10 on 4th field goal by Santos after 4 interceptions of Dobbs

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Chicago Bears finally won one of these up-for-grab games after all those painful finishes. Cairo Santos made a 30-yard field goal with 10 seconds left, his fourth of the night after a miss on the opening drive, and the Bears had four interceptions of Joshua Dobbs in a defense-dominated 12-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Monday. …

NFC North-leading Lions host Packers on Thanksgiving, aiming to extend best start since 1962
1 year, 1 month ago

NFC North-leading Lions host Packers on Thanksgiving, aiming to extend best start since 1962

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at DETROIT Thursday, 12:30 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: Lions by 7 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. SERIES NOTES: The Lions, with four straight wins in the series, have a chance to win five in a row for the first time since an 11-game winning streak from 1949-54.. Green Bay is playing Detroit on Thanksgiving for the 22nd …

Chargers’ 23-20 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ 23-20 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen celebrates his touchdown catch against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 23-20 road loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday: 27 Consecutive games without 300 yards passing for the Packers before they faced the Chargers, who have the NFL’s last-ranked pass defense. Summary CHARGERS 3 7 …

Chargers, Packers attempting to bounce back from losses in rare Lambeau Field matchup
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers, Packers attempting to bounce back from losses in rare Lambeau Field matchup

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES CHARGERS at GREEN BAY Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: Chargers by 3, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. CHARGERS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING CHARGERS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING PACKERS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING PACKERS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Chargers plus-8; Packers minus-4 CHARGERS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Justin Herbert passed for 323 …

The Vikings started 0-3. Now they’re 4-4 and really in crisis without Kirk Cousins
1 year, 1 month ago

The Vikings started 0-3. Now they’re 4-4 and really in crisis without Kirk Cousins

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings have already endured the frustration of opening the season by losing three straight one-score games, an 0-3 start that has preceded an appearance in the playoffs only six times in the history of the NFL. They’ve already played three of the four teams that reached the conference championships last season and two of their …

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, …

Vikings try to continue their recent surge while Packers look to break out of their slump
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings try to continue their recent surge while Packers look to break out of their slump

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings are coming off the type of victory that could change the course of their season. And so, that’s the expectation I have for our football team.” While the Packers try to respond to adversity, the Vikings must prove they can handle their recent prosperity and earn a third straight win. …

Packers have their first home game in a month as Vikings visit Lambeau Field
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers have their first home game in a month as Vikings visit Lambeau Field

Associated Press  

MINNESOTA at GREEN BAY Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox OPENING LINE: Vikings by 1 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: Vikings 3-3-1; Packers 3-3 SERIES RECORD: Packers lead 65-57-3 LAST MEETING: Packers beat Vikings 41-17 on Jan. 1 at Lambeau Field. VIKINGS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING VIKINGS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING PACKERS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, …

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

Packers and Raiders both struggling to run as they prepare to meet on Monday night
1 year, 2 months ago

Packers and Raiders both struggling to run as they prepare to meet on Monday night

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at LAS VEGAS Monday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, ESPN BETTING LINE: Packers by 1, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. If Green Bay’s Jaire Alexander is healthy — he missed the past two games with a back injury — he should be quite a challenge for Adams. KEY INJURIES: Packers LT David Bakhtiari is on injured reserve and will miss a …

Lions seek to take early control of NFC North by beating Packers for 4th straight time
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions seek to take early control of NFC North by beating Packers for 4th straight time

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — When the Detroit Lions previously visited Lambeau Field, they knocked Green Bay out of playoff contention in what turned out to be Aaron Rodgers’ final game in a Packers uniform. “It’s definitely going to be a huge game and one that we’ve got to win,” Packers quarterback Jordan Love said. “It’s a new year.” This Green …

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 …

Buccaneers top Vikings 20-17 as Baker Mayfield finishes strong in his debut
1 year, 3 months ago

Buccaneers top Vikings 20-17 as Baker Mayfield finishes strong in his debut

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The grit Baker Mayfield showed Tampa Bay down the stretch of his debut sure outweighed the rough start. Mayfield recovered to throw two touchdown passes without a turnover, and the Buccaneers beat Minnesota 20-17 in the season opener after three first-half turnovers by the Vikings on Sunday. The Buccaneers, with seven starters left from the 2020 Super Bowl …

Rodgers, Packers lose 20-16 to Lions, miss playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

Rodgers, Packers lose 20-16 to Lions, miss playoffs

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers will have the entire postseason to ponder his future. Rodgers was intercepted by Kerby Joseph on what might have been the final pass of the future Hall of Famer’s career, and Green Bay lost 20-16 to the Detroit Lions on Sunday night in a game the Packers needed to win to reach the playoffs. …

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 …

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