What we learned in NFL Week 10: Vikings’ positive trajectory, Patriots’ plummet and more
1 year, 2 months ago

What we learned in NFL Week 10: Vikings’ positive trajectory, Patriots’ plummet and more

New York Times  

Never in the NFL’s 103-year history have five games been decided by game-winning field goals on the same Sunday. But Sunday’s loss dropped the Patriots to 2-8, their worst start to a season since Belichick’s first in New England. They’ve failed to score a touchdown in three games this year, including Sunday, and Mac Jones tossed an incomprehensible red-zone interception in the fourth quarter with a chance to take the lead. The Cardinals’ starter told his new coach, Jonathan Gannon, to “let me ride” in his first game in 335 days. GO DEEPER NFL Power Rankings Week 11: Browns, Texans on the rise, plus head coach status check “The Football 100,” the definitive ranking of the NFL’s best 100 players of all time, is on sale now.

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What we learned in NFL Week 17: Vikings alive for top seed, Colts ‘embarrassing’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

What we learned in NFL Week 17: Vikings alive for top seed, Colts ‘embarrassing’

New York Times  

One week to go, still plenty to be decided. The Lions and Vikings will not only decide the NFC North title next Sunday night at Ford Field but also the conference’s top seed and lone first-round bye. AFC Playoff Picture Seed Team Record Week 18 1 Chiefs 15-1 at Broncos 2 Bills 13-3 at Patriots 3 Ravens 11-5 vs. Browns …

Vikings stamp themselves as legitimate contenders with impressive victory over Packers
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Vikings stamp themselves as legitimate contenders with impressive victory over Packers

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Most of the reporters had left. It’s not that NFL analysts and pundits haven’t been impressed by what head coach Kevin O’Connell has done or quarterback Sam Darnold’s marvelous season. We’ve just got to make it work.” GO DEEPER Week 17 NFL playoff picture: Vikings win sets up clash with Lions for NFC No. 1 seed According to …

Vikings thrive under coach of year favorite O’Connell, a relatable state for Packers with LaFleur
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Vikings thrive under coach of year favorite O’Connell, a relatable state for Packers with LaFleur

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell’s stirring locker room tribute to his team last week at Seattle was respectfully interrupted by seven-year veteran right tackle Brian O’Neill, who flipped the script on the game ball awards by tossing one to the boss in honor of his second 13-win season in three years. The Vikings have obliterated even the most …

Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
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3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss
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4 weeks, 1 day 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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4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

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

The Vikings are showing their worth at 10-2 by winning the games that don’t go smoothly
1 month, 1 week ago

The Vikings are showing their worth at 10-2 by winning the games that don’t go smoothly

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings started the season 5-0 in relatively comfortable fashion before losing two tight games in a five-day span. “I think we continue to learn things about our team that will pay a lot of dividends moving forward,” coach Kevin O’Connell said. “If you’ve got true belief and authentic belief with all the time we’ve spent together …

NFL Week 13 picks against the spread: Stay warm and pick the relaxing sides on Thanksgiving
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NFL Week 13 picks against the spread: Stay warm and pick the relaxing sides on Thanksgiving

New York Times  

People like to say that Thanksgiving is about family, but it’s really about eating weird stuff that you normally don’t, taking the day off from work and reducing stress — and let’s face it, some family members can be a challenge to your relaxation goals. GO DEEPER NFL Power Rankings Week 13: Eagles, Packers rising, plus the best case for …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

Vikings Overcome Colts in Thrilling Comeback Victory
2 months, 1 week ago

Vikings Overcome Colts in Thrilling Comeback Victory

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Indianapolis Colts 21-13 in a thrilling comeback performance. Sam Darnold threw three touchdown passes, including a game-sealing score with 2:05 left, and the Vikings' defense stifled Flacco's return to the starting role. The Vikings improved to 6-2 on the season, while the Colts remain winless in their first game of the season.

Vikings Seek Revenge from Back-to-Back Losses in Sunday Night Game vs. Colts
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings Seek Revenge from Back-to-Back Losses in Sunday Night Game vs. Colts

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings seek a rebound from their back-to-back losses against the Colts. The Vikings, who lost 30-20 to the Colts last week, will look to their defense to slow down the potent Colts offense. The Vikings will also need to contain the Colts' rushing attack, which has averaged 199.2 yards per game this season. On the other side, the …

Vikings' Unstoppable Defense Defuses Jets, Remains Unbeaten
3 months, 1 week 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
3 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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Minnesota Vikings hold off Green Bay Packers to secure fourth straight win
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Minnesota Vikings hold off Green Bay Packers to secure fourth straight win

The Independent  

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NFL Week 4 Power Rankings: Vikings, Seahawks among early-season surprises
3 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL Week 4 Power Rankings: Vikings, Seahawks among early-season surprises

New York Times  

Read our Week 8 NFL Power Rankings It’s only Week 4 in the NFL, and already the league has given us plenty of surprises. ET Last week: 1 Sunday: Beat Atlanta Falcons 22-17 Surprise: Travis Kelce’s mortality The Chiefs offense isn’t “The Chiefs Offense” and a lot of that is because Kelce has only eight catches for 69 yards. Up …

Sam Darnold is thriving with the Vikings while getting the most support he’s had in the NFL
3 months, 3 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’ …

Vikings’ season of upheaval at quarterback ends with a 7-10 record
1 year ago

Vikings’ season of upheaval at quarterback ends with a 7-10 record

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The emotion of a frustrating season prompted Nick Mullens to take a deep breath before answering a question on Sunday. “We can’t sit back and say ‘Well, we didn’t have Kirk, so this is what happens,’” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said. “When the starter goes down, we want to go back there and lead the team to playoffs …

Vikings still struggling to stop the quarterback carousel from spinning with Cousins out
1 year 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 …

NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Browns and Packers move up, plus a lesson from every team
1 year ago

NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Browns and Packers move up, plus a lesson from every team

New York Times  

Like the rest of you, the Power Rankings are trying to make some sense of this NFL year as we head into the final week of the regular season. Up next: vs. Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, 4:25 p.m. Cleveland Browns Thursday: Beat New York Jets 37-20 The lesson: They didn’t even need Deshaun Watson The Browns would be one of …

Packers take control of playoff spot on Love’s 4-touchdown night in 33-10 cruise past Vikings
1 year ago

Packers take control of playoff spot on Love’s 4-touchdown night in 33-10 cruise past Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Jordan Love and Aaron Jones put on party hats and popped a sparkling drink in the apex of an all-night celebration for the Green Bay Packers — at Minnesota’s expense. Jones rushed for 120 yards and Jayden Reed had two touchdown catches for the Packers, who can get the NFC’s last wild-card spot by beating Chicago at home …

Vikings’ loss to Lions underscored another glaring need: impact players at cornerback
1 year ago

Vikings’ loss to Lions underscored another glaring need: impact players at cornerback

New York Times  

If paid close enough attention to the second half of Sunday’s game, you might have noticed Brian Flores’ curveball. Detroit averaged 7.1 yards per play against the Vikings’ man calls in the second half. GO DEEPER Justin Jefferson deserves better after carrying team in Vikings' loss to Lions Notably, Flores has mostly refrained from deploying man coverage this season. “If …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

NFL Week 16: Lions hold off late Vikings rally to clinch division title
1 year ago

NFL Week 16: Lions hold off late Vikings rally to clinch division title

LA Times  

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown celebrates after catching a one-yard touchdown pass against the Vikings on Sunday in Minneapolis. Packers 33, Panthers 30 Jordan Love threw for two touchdowns, ran for one and made two big completions to set up Anders Carlson’s 32-yard field goal with 19 seconds left, and visiting Green Bay survived a fourth-quarter rally by Carolina …

Bears outlast Vikings 12-10 on 4th field goal by Santos after 4 interceptions of Dobbs
1 year, 1 month 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. …

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

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

New York Times  

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

Vikings top Saints 27-19 for 5th straight win on Dobbs’ dazzling half, Winston’s late INTs
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings top Saints 27-19 for 5th straight win on Dobbs’ dazzling half, Winston’s late INTs

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — This latest stop in Minnesota on Joshua Dobbs’ seven-year, seven-team NFL journey has become his most eventful experience in less than two weeks. “It’s just been really cool being able to take it all in.” After an injury to Jaren Hall pressed Dobbs into action in Atlanta without any prior work with the first team offense, the former …

Dobbs rallies Vikings to 31-28 victory over the Falcons 5 days after being acquired in a trade
1 year, 2 months ago

Dobbs rallies Vikings to 31-28 victory over the Falcons 5 days after being acquired in a trade

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Joshua Dobbs hadn’t had time to learn his new Minnesota teammates’ names in his five days with the team, much less figure out the playbook. Dobbs threw two touchdown passes, including a go-ahead 6-yarder to Brandon Powell with 22 seconds remaining, and also ran for a score five days after being acquired in a trade to help rally …

Josh Dobbs leads Vikings to win over Falcons amid QB shuffles: How impressive was he?
1 year, 2 months ago

Josh Dobbs leads Vikings to win over Falcons amid QB shuffles: How impressive was he?

New York Times  

Newly acquired quarterback Josh Dobbs led the Vikings to a 31-28 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday after Minnesota lost starter Jaren Hall to a concussion early in the game. Here’s what you need to know: Dobbs, whom the Vikings acquired from the Arizona Cardinals at the trade deadline, entered the game for Hall in the first quarter. — …

The Vikings started 0-3. Now they’re 4-4 and really in crisis without Kirk Cousins
1 year, 2 months 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, 2 months ago

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

Associated Press  

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

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

Why T.J. Hockenson’s extension matters for Justin Jefferson’s Vikings future
1 year, 4 months ago

Why T.J. Hockenson’s extension matters for Justin Jefferson’s Vikings future

New York Times  

EAGAN, Minn. — Last November, the day after the Minnesota Vikings traded for T.J. Hockenson, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said something interesting. More relevant to Adofo-Mensah’s point, though, Hockenson’s arrival allowed the Vikings offense to further stretch the field. Understanding why requires a review of last season, an assessment of how Hockenson changed the complexion of the Vikings offense and …

Patriots fall to Bills, miss playoffs as disappointing season concludes with 8-9 record
2 years ago

Patriots fall to Bills, miss playoffs as disappointing season concludes with 8-9 record

New York Times  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Matthew Slater sat at his locker in the cramped visiting room and grabbed a white towel to dab the tears from his eyes. 📺: #NEvsBUF on CBS 📱: Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/Zuxd3911Wt pic.twitter.com/MMXUtv5cjv — NFL January 8, 2023 And then there were the New England special teams, the phase coach Bill Belichick has long valued more …

Vikings offense still seeking complete performance
2 years ago

Vikings offense still seeking complete performance

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have made the first year for coach Kevin O’Connell an unforgettable and unparalleled season of late-game drama, with an NFL-record 11 wins in one-score decisions. “We’re still hunting that four quarters of true, consistent football that we want to see,” O’Connell said after the 27-24 victory over the New York Giants on Saturday. WHAT’S WORKING …

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

As Vikings make history, 49ers ask how far they can go with Brock Purdy: Mike Sando’s Pick Six
2 years ago

As Vikings make history, 49ers ask how far they can go with Brock Purdy: Mike Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times  

The Minnesota Vikings picked the perfect weekend to commemorate their 1980 “Miracle at the Met” featuring Tommy Kramer’s tipped Hail Mary to Ahmad Rashad for a division-winning victory against the Cleveland Browns. We’ll also delve into the roles officiating and game management played in the Vikings’ victory, with a 1980 “Met Center” game tie-in and reflections on momentum, which can …

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, 1 month 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 defense struggles mightily against Lions, raising broader concerns for future
2 years, 1 month ago

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

New York Times  

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

Vikings can clinch NFC North with win or tie against Lions
2 years, 1 month 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, 1 month 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, …

Cousins, Vikings rebound from blowout to beat Patriots 33-26
2 years, 1 month 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 …

Patriots-Vikings pits Belichick vs. former player O’Connell
2 years, 1 month ago

Patriots-Vikings pits Belichick vs. former player O’Connell

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The first regular-season game Kevin O’Connell participated in during his fleeting NFL playing career came in late-game relief for New England in a rare lopsided loss. “I still have old notebooks with team meeting notes and things like that that are always great to go back and look through,” O’Connell said. “Based on the way the Vikings are …

Patriots-Vikings: Why the pass rush will be key for both teams on Thanksgiving
2 years, 1 month ago

Patriots-Vikings: Why the pass rush will be key for both teams on Thanksgiving

New York Times  

Bill Belichick was already worried about the prep work needed for his team’s Thanksgiving game in Minnesota by the time the Patriots’ last game was barely completed. To make matters worse, New England’s Mac Jones has been the worst quarterback in the league this season when pressured, per expected points added. He’s a great player.” Stat of the week 33 …

Analysis: Vikings, Bucs, Packers, Colts make big statements
2 years, 2 months ago

Analysis: Vikings, Bucs, Packers, Colts make big statements

Associated Press  

Bust out the victory chains. Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Jeff Saturday and the Indianapolis Colts also made big statements on Sunday. Trailing by 14 points in the fourth quarter, vintage Rodgers led the Packers back to a 31-28 overtime win against the Cowboys, which have one of the league’s …

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