Cousins throws 2 TDs, Vikings bounce back to beat Chargers
3 years, 1 month ago

Cousins throws 2 TDs, Vikings bounce back to beat Chargers

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Mike Zimmer said earlier in the week that his Minnesota Vikings still had plenty of fight. The Vikings bounced back from two straight close losses and one of the most tumultuous weeks of Zimmer’s eight-season tenure with a 27-20 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. “They came here to work and they fought like crazy all week, like they always have, and it finally paid off.” The Vikings, whose five losses this season have been by a combined 18 points, came into the game with five players on the COVID-19 list, including starting safety Harrison Smith and center Garrett Bradbury. “This game, we stressed about giving me the ball, giving me the opportunity to go make plays, and definitely grateful for that and making those plays.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! I love the way he plays.” Dustin Hopkins’ second field goal got the Chargers within a touchdown, but they didn’t get the ball back.

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Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
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1 day, 15 hours 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
4 days, 5 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 …

Justin Herbert gives Chargers’ offense legs as defense shuts down Titans
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Justin Herbert gives Chargers’ offense legs as defense shuts down Titans

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is all smiles after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans. The Chargers’ franchise quarterback who threw for 164 yards and one touchdown Sunday is averaging 262.2 yards passing in the last five games, with six touchdowns. “All of the time.” Herbert helped jump-start a sputtering offense by scoring the Chargers’ first …

Chargers vs. Tennessee Titans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Tennessee Titans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The Chargers didn’t make any moves at the trade deadline, but DJ Chark Jr.’s long-awaited season debut will be like adding a new player to an offense that is starting to round into form. The 28-year-old receiver is expected to make his Chargers debut Sunday at SoFi Stadium against the Tennessee Titans at 1:05 p.m. PST after working through hip …

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 …

Atlanta Falcons Dominate Dallas Cowboys in Thrilling NFC South Showdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Atlanta Falcons Dominate Dallas Cowboys in Thrilling NFC South Showdown

Associated Press  

The Atlanta Falcons secured a 27-21 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, extending their winning streak to five games in six matches. Kirk Cousins shone with three touchdown passes and a rushing touchdown, while Tyler Allgeier's touchdown was the highlight of the game. Despite facing a tough defense, the Falcons managed to secure the win thanks to their offensive prowess and …

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 …

Falcons Dominate Buccaneers, Take Control of NFC South
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Falcons Dominate Buccaneers, Take Control of NFC South

Associated Press  

The Atlanta Falcons secured a 31-26 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a thrilling game that clinched their position as the NFC South leaders. Kirk Cousins threw for 276 yards and four touchdowns, while Kyle Pitts and Darnell Mooney each scored touchdowns for the Falcons. The Buccaneers' offense struggled against the Falcons' defense, with Baker Mayfield throwing for 330 …

Stafford's Passing Explosion Fuels Rams' Victory Over Vikings
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Stafford's Passing Explosion Fuels Rams' Victory Over Vikings

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Minnesota Vikings 30-20 in a thrilling matchup. Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua returned from injury and made key contributions for the Rams, with Kupp catching two touchdown passes and Nacua racking up 106 receiving yards. Matthew Stafford passed for 279 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his offensive prowess. Despite facing challenges with injuries, the …

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line

LA Times  

Facing a tie score in the fourth quarter for a second consecutive week, the Chargers lined up with a chance to make a strong statement. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack, now in his third season with the Chargers, said this week that the championship pedigree of the Chiefs shows up as the team “find ways to win games.” 🏈 Chargers-Chiefs summary …

Cousins caps winning drive with TD pass to London as Falcons rally past Eagles 22-21
3 months, 1 week ago

Cousins caps winning drive with TD pass to London as Falcons rally past Eagles 22-21

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Oh, so this was what Atlanta expected out of $180 million lavished on Kirk Cousins. Cousins led a flawless last-minute drive for Atlanta and connected with Drake London for a 7-yard touchdown with 34 seconds left to give the Falcons a 22-21 victory over the Eagles on Monday night. Cousins, playing his second game since tearing his Achilles …

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 …

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 …

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 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 …

Vikings outlast 49ers 22-17 with 2 Cousins-Addison TDs and 2 late interceptions by Bynum
1 year, 2 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 QB Kirk Cousins dazzles in prime time in statement MNF win over 49ers
1 year, 2 months 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 …

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 …

The Vikings have the red zone blues with an up-close touchdown rate that’s keeping them down
1 year, 2 months ago

The Vikings have the red zone blues with an up-close touchdown rate that’s keeping them down

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — After Kirk Cousins delivered a must-convert fourth down completion for Minnesota to T.J. Hockenson, the Vikings had the ball at the 6-yard line with 35 seconds remaining when the tight end climbed to his feet. “You have to score touchdowns in the red zone to win in this league,” a dejected Cousins said after a 28-24 defeat to …

Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone
1 year, 2 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 …

Chargers’ 28-24 road victory over the Minnesota Vikings by the numbers
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ 28-24 road victory over the Minnesota Vikings by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers receiver Keenan Allen is tackled by Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans after catching a pass. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 28-24 road victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday: 30 Consecutive games with at least 20 completions for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, the second longest streak in NFL history. Chargers Chargers finally make big plays down the …

Keenan Allen’s ‘maestro performance’ paints better picture as Chargers finally win
1 year, 3 months ago

Keenan Allen’s ‘maestro performance’ paints better picture as Chargers finally win

LA Times  

The Chargers and Minnesota Vikings — winless cousins, if you will — were careening toward irrelevance, looking to pump the brakes on a season already spinning out of control. “I didn’t really know the statistics of it until we became 0-2 and guys started talking about, `Well, if you go 0-3, I don’t think a team’s made the playoffs since …

How the Chargers, Brandon Staley avoided rock bottom with ‘wild’ win over Vikings
1 year, 3 months ago

How the Chargers, Brandon Staley avoided rock bottom with ‘wild’ win over Vikings

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — There was rock bottom, inches away from the falling Los Angeles Chargers, their feet so very close to scraping the jagged stones below. We’re trying to win, man.’” “He was getting in his feelings,” cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. said. It’s football.” Samuel added that Jefferson “didn’t really control the game.” At the same time, Jefferson carried the Vikings …

How the Chargers’ slew of errors sunk them in overtime against the Titans
1 year, 3 months ago

How the Chargers’ slew of errors sunk them in overtime against the Titans

New York Times  

After an up-and-down 60 minutes of regulation Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, the Los Angeles Chargers won the overtime coin toss and got possession first. Staley decided to bring a blitz to try and, as he said Monday, “get them out of range and hopefully create a negative play.” He brought seven rushers — three interior defensive linemen, two edge …

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. …

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 …

Prescott has 2 TD passes, Cowboys top banged-up Titans 27-13
1 year, 11 months ago

Prescott has 2 TD passes, Cowboys top banged-up Titans 27-13

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys know they have some things to clean up. Prescott threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns to Dalton Schultz and the Cowboys beat the banged-up and resting Tennessee Titans 27-13 on Thursday night for their sixth win in seven games. “Whether we get any style points, that’s OK. We’re still at …

Chargers takeaways: Defense kept Titans’ interceptions from being a factor
2 years ago

Chargers takeaways: Defense kept Titans’ interceptions from being a factor

LA Times  

Titans safety Kevin Byard intercepts a pass intended for the Chargers’ Mike Williams. Roger McCreary laterals this pass intended for the Chargers’ Mike Williams to Titans teammate Joshua Kalu for an interception just before the end of the first half. Defensive help on the way: The Chargers’ improved defense over the last two games has a chance to get even …

Comeback king Vikings set NFL rally record in win vs. Colts
2 years ago

Comeback king Vikings set NFL rally record in win vs. Colts

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — With the Minnesota Vikings gathered in their humbled locker room at halftime in a huge hole, cornerback Patrick Peterson set the tone for an historic escape by promising his offensive teammates the defense would do its part to hold the Indianapolis Colts. The Vikings completed the biggest comeback in NFL history, erasing a 33-point deficit by beating the …

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 …

Josh Allen has horror day as Buffalo Bills fall to Minnesota Vikings in overtime
2 years, 1 month ago

Josh Allen has horror day as Buffalo Bills fall to Minnesota Vikings in overtime

The Independent  

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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 …

Vikings come back to beat Commanders for 6th consecutive win
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings come back to beat Commanders for 6th consecutive win

Associated Press  

— Kirk Cousins got the game ball after leading the Minnesota Vikings to a comeback victory against the team he started his NFL career with, and the first thought that came to his mind was starting a chant with the most famous words from his time with Washington. “We grind on and keep trying to pull them out in the …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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’ sleepy start, red-zone issues sting in loss to Rams
2 years, 11 months ago

Vikings’ sleepy start, red-zone issues sting in loss to Rams

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson said he could sense a lack of energy among his Minnesota Vikings teammates the moment he entered the locker room Sunday morning, and the feeling carried over into a lackluster first quarter. Kirk Cousins threw his first red-zone interception of the season on Minnesota’s first drive deep into Los Angeles territory, and the Vikings had just …

Punt return TD sparks Rams in playoff-clinch win vs. Vikings
2 years, 11 months ago

Punt return TD sparks Rams in playoff-clinch win vs. Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Before Brandon Powell joined the Los Angeles Rams last month, his fifth team in four NFL seasons, he read books on the beach near his Florida home while waiting for yet another chance. That drive was the only one of the Vikings’ first nine possessions that went longer than 15 yards, a disservice to a defense that kept …

Cousins throws for 2 touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears 17-9
3 years ago

Cousins throws for 2 touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears 17-9

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Minnesota Vikings have little margin for error and plenty of room to improve as they try to secure a playoff spot. 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 …

Kirk Cousins throws for two touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears
3 years 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 …

Packers defense slips against Kirk Cousins, Vikings
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers defense slips against Kirk Cousins, Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Green Bay’s defense toppled star quarterbacks Kyler Murray, Patrick Mahomes and Russell Wilson in impressive fashion in the past three games, picking up the slack for an offense that’s used to carrying the Packers. Cousins threw for 341 yards and three touchdowns — including 169 yards and two scores by Jefferson — and directed two go-ahead drives in …

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 …

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