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1 month, 2 weeks ago

How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears

EAGAN, Minn. — If you were a defensive coordinator, how would you defend yourself? “It’s either let everybody else go off or let Justin go off,” the Minnesota Vikings’ superstar receiver said. Even when elite cornerback Jaylon Johnson manned Jefferson on the line of scrimmage, Chicago’s linebackers and safeties shaded toward Jefferson and seemed attentive to his every move. Jefferson …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vikings staying on track and in control behind Sam Darnold’s composure and confidence

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — The game had suddenly gone sideways for the Minnesota Vikings, their 11-point lead on the Chicago Bears having evaporated in the closing seconds. “I think when he just continues to play quarterback at a high level, I think we’re a tough team.” After the defense forced the Bears to punt on the opening possession of overtime, Darnold …

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1 month, 2 weeks 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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3 months ago

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell says his team’s 4-0 record means ‘nothing’ against Jets in London

Associated Press

WATFORD, England — The Minnesota Vikings are undefeated so far this season — and undefeated in international games in franchise history. “We’ve got to go out for four quarters this week and re-establish ourselves — our identity, our play style, our football philosophy — it’s got to be re-established on a week-in week-out basis,” O’Connell said. “It was great, honestly, …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings put Hockenson on PUP list to start camp with star tight end still rehabbing from ACL repair

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson was placed on the physically unable to perform list as expected on Monday for the beginning of training camp, his recovery from a torn ACL and MCL in his right knee not yet complete. “He’s well ahead of schedule from a standpoint of some of the benchmarks throughout his rehab,” coach …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings training camp: What to watch as the action kicks off in Minnesota

New York Times

The Minnesota Vikings’ rookies “reported” to training camp Sunday, but some never left. GO DEEPER Vikings fourth-round pick Khyree Jackson ready to write next chapter of his wild story “I’m having a hard time looking outside my office,” the staffer said. Maybe undrafted rookie Dwight McGlothern Jr. can absorb the intricacies of Flores’ system as quickly as Ivan Pace Jr. …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Vikings post-NFL Draft depth chart: Sam Darnold at QB, defensive improvements aplenty

New York Times

The NFL Draft is over, and the Minnesota Vikings’ summer schedule is heating up. Here is our full breakdown: Quarterbacks Starter: Sam Darnold On the roster: J.J. McCarthy, Nick Mullens Out: Jaren Hall The Vikings do not want to rush McCarthy’s development. Wide receivers Starters: Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison On the roster: Brandon Powell, Trent Sherfield, Jalen Nailor Out: Trishton …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

T.J. Hockenson is recovering from an ACL repair and hoping the NFL outlaws the low hit that hurt him

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — For as smooth as the rehabilitation process has been for T.J. Hockenson since he tore the ACL in his right knee, the Minnesota Vikings tight end is not even halfway done with it. I understand that’s kind of what they expect you to do in the league,” Hockenson said on Monday in his first public interview since …

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1 year 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 …

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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 …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Ranking NFL GMs by trade deadline aggression, while wondering why Chicago Bears rank at the top

New York Times

Cover 7 | Thursday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. Les Snead, Los Angeles Rams Average High Pick: 2.8 Season Player Acquired Pos Highest Pick GS 2019 Jalen Ramsey CB 1 56 2021 Von Miller DE 2 8 2018 Dante Fowler DE 3 20 2019 Austin Corbett G 5 40 Every player the Rams …

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1 year, 2 months ago

How George Kittle and more made Iowa the NFL’s top tight ends factory

New York Times

IOWA CITY, Iowa — As a 200-pound, short-haired wide receiver recruited to play tight end, George Kittle arrived at Iowa in 2012 discovering the first step of that transition does not include catching the football. Kittle, all the tight ends that come out of Iowa.” Seattle’s Noah Fant is part of Iowa’s proud line of NFL starting tight ends. “If …

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1 year, 3 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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Vikings agree to terms with Pro Bowl tight end T.J. Hockenson on contract extension

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings made a bold midseason move last year to trade for T.J. Hockenson. “I’m excited to actually play football and go out there and have to not worry about anything else and move forward from everything and go win some games,” Hockenson said after practice. “I don’t think there was ever any sense of quid …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Vikings 53-man roster projection: How it’s shaping up ahead of first preseason game

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Vikings vs. Eagles on Thursday Night Football. https://t.co/cg0XP25nbC — Minnesota Vikings August 7, 2023 Quarterback In: Kirk Cousins, Nick Mullens, Jaren Hall The biggest question with the quarterbacks is how facing Brian Flores’ defense on a daily basis will prepare them for the season. Offensive line In: Christian Darrisaw, Ezra Cleveland, Garrett Bradbury, Ed …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Vikings NFL Draft debate: Weighing the best fits for Minnesota’s first four picks

New York Times

We’re less than a month away from the draft, and the Minnesota Vikings’ needs are clearer than ever. Baumgardner: OK, so Minnesota’s in an interesting position as a team that’s good enough to win its division while also being a club that could probably use a few upgrades in critical spots. I also love Pace from Cincinnati and think he …

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1 year, 10 months ago

How Jared Goff turned his Lions season around and cemented his role as QB1

New York Times

In some ways, the Jared Goff narrative has changed. In his first year with Ben Johnson as offensive coordinator, Goff’s play-action rate rose from 22 to 27 percent — 17th among QBs. How Goff’s targets were distributed In 2021, Goff targeted running backs in the passing game 23.5 percent of the time — the third-highest rate in the NFL. For …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Iowa football’s passing game: 3 areas the Hawkeyes need to improve in 2023

New York Times

IOWA CITY, Iowa — Questions continue to swirl around Fortress Kinnick about potential Iowa coaching staff changes or if the Hawkeyes will extend the status quo for another season. Tight end usage Iowa’s passing game runs through its tight ends, as it did last fall. Analysis: In 2018, 61.8 percent of Iowa’s offensive snaps featured at least two tight ends. …

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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 …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Vikings, Commanders match up with winning streaks at stake

Associated Press

MINNESOTA at WASHINGTON Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Vikings by 3½ AGAINST THE SPREAD: Vikings 3-4; Commanders 4-4 SERIES RECORD: Vikings lead 14-13. Over their first seven games, the Vikings had only one missed game to injury by any starter.. Washington’s Chase Young, working slowly to return from a torn ACL in his right knee, is …

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2 years, 2 months 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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2 years, 3 months ago

Lions looking for a fix for the team’s defensive woes

Associated Press

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says there’s a recurring theme for his team’s defensive struggles this season. “We’re in this vicious cycle right now.” In Sunday’s 48-45 home loss to the Seattle Seahawks, the Lions allowed 555 yards to a team that had scored a total of 47 points in its first three games. “I think …

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How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears

Vikings staying on track and in control behind Sam Darnold’s composure and confidence

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

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell says his team’s 4-0 record means ‘nothing’ against Jets in London

Vikings put Hockenson on PUP list to start camp with star tight end still rehabbing from ACL repair

Vikings training camp: What to watch as the action kicks off in Minnesota

Vikings post-NFL Draft depth chart: Sam Darnold at QB, defensive improvements aplenty

T.J. Hockenson is recovering from an ACL repair and hoping the NFL outlaws the low hit that hurt him

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

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

Ranking NFL GMs by trade deadline aggression, while wondering why Chicago Bears rank at the top

How George Kittle and more made Iowa the NFL’s top tight ends factory

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

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

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

Vikings agree to terms with Pro Bowl tight end T.J. Hockenson on contract extension

Vikings 53-man roster projection: How it’s shaping up ahead of first preseason game

Vikings NFL Draft debate: Weighing the best fits for Minnesota’s first four picks

How Jared Goff turned his Lions season around and cemented his role as QB1

Iowa football’s passing game: 3 areas the Hawkeyes need to improve in 2023

Vikings offense still seeking complete performance

Vikings, Commanders match up with winning streaks at stake

Vikings acquire tight end TJ Hockenson in trade with Lions

Lions looking for a fix for the team’s defensive woes