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Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

MINNEAPOLIS — When the Chicago Bears were busy keeping Justin Jefferson quiet last month, the Minnesota Vikings put Jordan Addison to work. “We always say that we’re the best duo in the entire league,” Jefferson said after he and his sidekick reached a new height in the rich history of Vikings receivers last week in a 42-21 victory over Atlanta …

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2 weeks 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 …

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1 month ago

Sam Darnold’s toughness surfaces when needed in Vikings’ overtime victory over Bears

New York Times

CHICAGO — There is a world in which Sam Darnold never returned to the game Sunday. GO DEEPER Vikings beat Bears 30-27 in OT as Addison has career day: Key takeaways “Show me somebody who had a better game at the quarterback position,” O’Connell said. Late in the fourth quarter, with the Vikings driving in hopes of extending their 7-point …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Sam Darnold has chance to clean up turnover issues as the Vikings visit the Titans

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Minnesota Vikings get another chance to clean up some offensive issues Sunday in their second of two straight road games against the dregs of the AFC South. First-year Titans coach Brian Callahan credits Darnold and that defense for putting the Vikings on Detroit’s heels in both the NFC and the North. This could be a chance …

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1 month, 1 week ago

NFL QB stock report, Week 11: Caleb Williams’ flaws have followed him from college

New York Times

The Chicago Bears’ midseason offensive regression has raised concerns over Caleb Williams’ long-term viability as a franchise quarterback. Williams’ 15 sacks over the past two games are more than three teams have allowed all season — the most obvious sign of diminished confidence. “It’s really tough, probably one of the most difficult things to do especially with a guy like …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sam Darnold’s turnovers nearly doom Vikings in narrow win over Jaguars

New York Times

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — If you have attended a nondescript bowl game, you know what it was like to watch the Minnesota Vikings play the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday at EverBank Stadium. Had Sam Darnold’s counterpart not been Mac Jones, who started for Jacksonville in place of the injured Trevor Lawrence, the Vikings might not have escaped this town with an …

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Vikings Reassess Darnold Amidst Turning Tides

Associated Press

Despite some costly turnovers, the Minnesota Vikings are enjoying a surprising season of revival. Quarterback Sam Darnold has been a bright spot for the team, leading the league in interceptions and completing at a high rate. The Vikings' offense has also been effective, with wide receiver Justin Jefferson consistently making catches. However, Darnold has also had some costly turnovers, and …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Jordan, Saints’ defense secure 18-10 win over Panthers

Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS — Cameron Jordan bolted into the backfield from the left edge of Carolina’s offensive line. But after Brett Maher kicked four field goals to give them a 12-10 lead, Alvin Kamara capped the scoring by turning a short pass into New Orleans’ first touchdown in more than 11 quarters. “When we hear people say must-win games, today was …

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4 years, 2 months ago

Broncos top winless Jets 37-28 for first victory of season

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — It was sloppy and downright ugly at times. Melvin Gordon sealed the Denver Broncos’ first win of the season with a 43-yard touchdown run with 1:48 remaining, and the defense made just enough plays in the fourth quarter to beat the bumbling — and still winless — New York Jets 37-28 on Thursday night. Brian Poole …

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Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Sam Darnold’s toughness surfaces when needed in Vikings’ overtime victory over Bears

Sam Darnold has chance to clean up turnover issues as the Vikings visit the Titans

NFL QB stock report, Week 11: Caleb Williams’ flaws have followed him from college

Sam Darnold’s turnovers nearly doom Vikings in narrow win over Jaguars

Vikings Reassess Darnold Amidst Turning Tides

Jordan, Saints’ defense secure 18-10 win over Panthers

Broncos top winless Jets 37-28 for first victory of season