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 enjoying so much success in his first year, O’Connell hasn’t had much reason to criticize his team, and his confident and optimistic personality rarely moves him to do so. “We’ve still got faith in this group.” WHAT’S WORKING Justin Jefferson racked up 223 receiving yards for the franchise regular-season record in the latest evolution of his connection with Kirk Cousins. “We’ve got to take a look at our run game right now and make sure we’re doing the things that we can do as coaches to give our players a clear-cut plan to be able to handle the different things movement-wise that you face in a game and get our backs going again,” O’Connell said. He needs 465 yards in the last four games to break Calvin Johnson’s NFL single-season record set in 16 games in 2012.

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Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
18 hours, 1 minute 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 …

Vikings win 7th straight to forge tie for NFC North lead with 30-12 blowout of reeling Bears
6 days, 14 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 …

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 …

Aaron Jones earns redemption with game-winning TD to lift Vikings past Cardinals: Key takeaways
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Aaron Jones earns redemption with game-winning TD to lift Vikings past Cardinals: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Doug Haller, Alec Lewis and RJ Kraft Sam Darnold’s touchdown pass to Aaron Jones with 1:13 left in the fourth quarter lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 23-22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. The Cardinals’ loss combined with Seattle’s win over the New York Jets leaves Arizona a game back of the Seahawks in the NFC West …

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 keep putting pressure on opposing QBs without relying as heavily on the blitz
1 month ago

Vikings keep putting pressure on opposing QBs without relying as heavily on the blitz

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — With the Minnesota Vikings holding a 10-point lead at Tennessee midway through the fourth quarter, Titans quarterback Will Levis lined up in the shotgun formation for a crucial fourth-and-4 play from the Minnesota 43. Patrick Jones powered past Titans right guard Peter Skoronski, the 11th overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, and pulled down Levis for …

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 …

Stingy Vikings hold the clawless Jaguars to 143 yards in a 12-7 victory and improve to 7-2
1 month, 1 week ago

Stingy Vikings hold the clawless Jaguars to 143 yards in a 12-7 victory and improve to 7-2

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The only remotely close part of this matchup was the final score. Minnesota’s stingy defense held Jacksonville to 143 yards — the fewest in coach Doug Pederson’s three seasons — and the Vikings overcame Sam Darnold’s three interceptions to beat the Jaguars 12-7 on Sunday in a mostly purple-clad stadium. “Those are the types of games that …

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 …

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans

Associated Press  

The Lions and Packers clash in a battle of titans. The Lions, fresh off a four-game winning streak, seek to extend their winning run against the Packers, who are coming off a tough loss to the Jaguars. The game features key matchups between the Lions' rushing duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery and the Packers' run defense led by …

Vikings Seek Revenge from Back-to-Back Losses in Sunday Night Game vs. Colts
1 month, 3 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' Defense Struggles as Flacco Takes Over in Crucial Match
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vikings' Defense Struggles as Flacco Takes Over in Crucial Match

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Vikings are looking to bounce back from a tough 2-2 start to the season after a five-game winning streak. They face the Indianapolis Colts in prime time, a team that has shown they can overcome challenges with their passing attack. The Vikings will need to find their defensive footing quickly if they want to win this game. The …

NFL Week 7 best and worst coaching decisions: Lions offense solves Brian Flores’ puzzle
2 months ago

NFL Week 7 best and worst coaching decisions: Lions offense solves Brian Flores’ puzzle

New York Times  

It may seem like Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is a constant fixture on the positive side of this column, but he earns it as every week he attacks a new problem with creative, interesting and effective solutions. This week, the Lions did something a few offenses have been able to do: figure out coordinator Brian Flores’ Vikings defense. On …

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown
2 months ago

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions secured their first division title in 30 years with a thrilling 31-29 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Jake Bates's field goal with seconds left secured the win for the Lions, who dominated the game despite trailing for most of the contest. Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions with 116 yards and two touchdowns, while Jared Goff threw for …

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 …

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dan Campbell can always count the way he enjoys the closest thing he has to a homecoming when he visits the Dallas Cowboys. “You’ve got to keep your head about you no matter what it is, and I think each game, you can always find something,” said Campbell, who was born and raised less than 100 miles …

Vikings’ Aaron Jones is week to week with hip injury, avoiding long-term absence
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings’ Aaron Jones is week to week with hip injury, avoiding long-term absence

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings are treating running back Aaron Jones’ right hip injury as a week-to-week condition, coach Kevin O’Connell said Tuesday. The Vikings, who are the only undefeated team remaining in the NFC, have begun their bye week and don’t play again until Oct. 20 against Detroit. “All the early information that we’ve got so far, it looks …

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 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 …

Seahawks take NFL-best winning percentage on Monday night into Motor City matchup against Lions
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks take NFL-best winning percentage on Monday night into Motor City matchup against Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Seattle Seahawks have been the best on Monday night, winning an NFL-high 71.4% of their games in the prime-time slot. Even though the league’s schedule includes games on three nights, Seattle linebacker Derick Hall said it’s still significant to play on Monday night. “Like Julian Love say, ‘Monday night could change your life,’” Hall said. Johnson, a …

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’ …

Vikings’ season of upheaval at quarterback ends with a 7-10 record
11 months, 2 weeks 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
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 …

At what positions do the Vikings most need help this offseason? And how can they get it?
11 months, 2 weeks ago

At what positions do the Vikings most need help this offseason? And how can they get it?

New York Times  

That’s not to say the Minnesota Vikings aren’t focusing on their Week 18 matchup with the Detroit Lions. GO DEEPER For Vikings, tanking for a better draft pick is a more difficult proposition than it seems Interior defensive line Why this is a need: If you’re reading this, you’ve likely watched the games. Or maybe, just maybe, the Vikings take …

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 …

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The circumstances are quite a bit better for Detroit coach Dan Campbell since the previous time the Lions visited his home state. The Texas native has led the Lions to their first division title in 30 years, and the NFC North champs aren’t out of the running for the top seed in the NFC heading into Saturday …

NFL Week 16: Lions hold off late Vikings rally to clinch division title
11 months, 4 weeks 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 …

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 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 …

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 …

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 …

Vikings offense still seeking complete performance
1 year, 11 months 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
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 …

Donatell, Vikings working on fixes for floundering defense
2 years ago

Donatell, Vikings working on fixes for floundering defense

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The calmness and optimism Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Ed Donatell pours into the job has not publicly wavered, a steady demeanor built through experience and personality that’s not about to suddenly disappear at this point in a 43-year coaching career. Heck, you’ve got to roll your sleeves up and get to work, and that’s what we’re doing,” …

Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23
2 years ago

Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff dropped back behind an offensive line that gave him plenty of time and threw deep twice, taking advantage of big-play receivers the Detroit Lions added for him this season. Goff had a 41-yard pass to rookie Jameson Williams and a 48-yard pass to DJ Chark for two of his three touchdown throws in the first half, …

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

Vikings can clinch NFC North on road against surging Lions

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins certainly isn’t apologizing for winning nine games by eight or fewer points. That just doesn’t happen much in the NFL.” If Minnesota beats or ties the Lions it will win a division title for the first time since 2017. “More importantly, it’s …

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, …

Clutch Vikings tote ample confidence at 7-1 into tough slate
2 years, 1 month ago

Clutch Vikings tote ample confidence at 7-1 into tough slate

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have owned the fourth quarter this season, with a plus-33 scoring differential that is the second best in the NFL. Whether it’s due to Kirk Cousins delivering clutch throws to Justin Jefferson and friends, Za’Darius Smith and the defense applying a fierce pass rush, late-game confidence or plain old good luck, the Vikings have reached …

Vikings acquire tight end TJ Hockenson in trade with Lions
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings acquire tight end TJ Hockenson in trade with Lions

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings acquired tight end T.J. Hockenson from the division rival Detroit Lions a few hours before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, giving the NFC North leader another skill-position standout for a high-caliber offense. The deal, which was pending completion of Hockenson passing a physical exam, came two days after a serious ankle injury for primary …

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