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The recent release of Dalvin Cook by the Minnesota Vikings, though mostly expected, still came as a bit of a surprise. Most surprising, however, might be the effects it has on the rest of the league in the future. It essentially established a measure of a running back’s value. It’s still early, but Cook’s release […]

The Minnesota Vikings are coming off a season in which they won the NFC North crown with a 13-4 record and took over from the Green Bay Packers as the team to beat in the division. The Vikings featured a superstar receiver in Justin Jefferson and a quarterback in Kirk Cousins who appeared to answer […]

The release of Dalvin Cook makes it official. Alexander Mattison is now the No. 1 running back for the Minnesota Vikings and he figures prominently in head coach Kevin O’Connell’s plans for the upcoming season. The groundwork for Cook’s release was set by the head coach at the start of the offseason when he made […]

The Minnesota Vikings had been trending towards releasing Dalvin Cook all throughout the offseason, and finally ended up parting ways with the star running back on Friday after months of speculation. The Vikings are turning over the top job to Alexander Mattison, and Cook will be looking for a new home after spending the first […]

With the Minnesota Vikings officially releasing Dalvin Cook Friday, fans can expect to hear many tributes and heartfelt well-wishes. The organization wasted little time expressing what the star running back meant to the franchise and community. “I hold Dalvin in the highest regard and am grateful for his contributions on and off the field,” head […]

After months of trade speculation, the Minnesota Vikings have parted ways with running back Dalvin Cook, saving the team nearly $9 million in cap space. While the Miami Dolphins and Denver Broncos have been closely linked for weeks as ideal suitors, there are no shortage of potential landing spots for one of the NFL’s top running […]

Though it may have been in the works for awhile, the recent release of Dalvin Cook by the Minnesota Vikings has sent shockwaves through the NFL. That now leaves several teams expressing interest in acquiring the talented running back. Among the potential suitors, the Denver Broncos stand out as the ideal destination for Cook’s next […]

The Minnesota Vikings dropped a bombshell on Thursday, releasing Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook. Smelling blood in the water, the next report that came out is that several teams were calling the Vikings about a potential Danielle Hunter trade. If Minnesota is cleaning house of its top veterans, then the three-time Pro Bowl defensive […]

The news of Dalvin Cook’s release by the Minnesota Vikings was announced Thursday morning, but there was little surprise that the team decided to say goodbye to their star running back. Cook put on the Vikings uniform for 6 seasons, and he gained 1,135 yards or more in his last 4 years. His ability to […]

For the last five seasons, the Minnesota Vikings have been one of the most talented teams in the NFL. However, the franchise has just two playoff appearances and one playoff win to show for it. Now the team is in transition, with longtime stars like Dalvin Cook, Adam Thielen, and Eric Kendricks no longer on […]

Rumors around the NFL are suggesting that Minnesota Vikings star pass-rusher Danielle Hunter has been garnering some trade interest. Hunter and the Vikings have been trying to make headway towards a long-term extension, but an inability to see progress has caused teams around the NFL to call the Vikings to inquire on his availability, reports […]

  Following the Minnesota Vikings’ Dalvin Cook release, the four-time Pro Bowl running back will be looking for a new home. The Vikings no longer thought Cook was worth the money they were paying him with Alexander Mattison waiting in the wings, and decided to let him go. Cook can still be an effective back […]

Dalvin Cook’s fate with the Minnesota Vikings was finally sealed on Thursday, as the team released the Pro Bowl running back after months of trade rumors. While the Vikings will reportedly attempt to find one last trade for Cook before releasing him, it’s unlikely that they’ll find any suitors if they were unable to at […]

Dalvin Cook’s days with the Minnesota Vikings are over. The star running back could be traded or released but in the end, he will be searching for a new team after six seasons in purple. The early reports suggest that he will be getting lots of interest from other teams looking to compete for the […]

The Minnesota Vikings and star running back Dalvin Cook are parting ways, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. The Vikings are reportedly expected to trade Dalvin Cook one more time on Thursday, and if they are unable to, they plan to process his official release on Friday, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Cook […]

Dalvin Cook is expected by many around the NFL world to play for a new team in 2023. The Minnesota Vikings’ star running back has been reliable over the years, but he’s been linked to a number of different teams already during the offseason. Recently, it was reported that the New York Jets and Dallas […]

Dalvin Cook has been involved in trade rumors all offseason long, and it seems like only a matter of time until the Minnesota Vikings unload their star running back. One team prominently involved in the Cook rumors is the Miami Dolphins, and it turns out they very nearly pulled off a trade for Cook before […]

The Minnesota Vikings raced out to a big lead in the NFC North last year and they easily won the division with a 13-4 record under first-year head coach Kevin O’Connell. The success was largely based on a big-play offense that featured Justin Jefferson, who ranks with the best wide receivers in the league. Quarterback […]

Though the Miami Dolphins may be rumored to be a top pursuer of Minnesota Vikings star Dalvin Cook on the trade market, recent rumblings suggest that they’ve been invested in significantly shaking up their backfield for some time now. Just recently, it was revealed by Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN that GM Chris Grier also looked […]

Speculation grows regarding Dalvin Cook’s future with the Minnesota Vikings, with rumors linking him to the Miami Dolphins. In 17 games with the Vikings last season, Cook rushed 1173 yards on 264 attempts and made eight touchdowns. He played a big role in leading them to a 13-4 record, putting them first in the NFC […]

Dalvin Cook’s days with the Minnesota Vikings appear to be numbered. All signs are pointing toward the Vikings trading or releasing Dalvin Cook. While Cook isn’t pushing his way out of Minnesota, the latest rumors suggest that the running back might not be upset if he’s sent elsewhere in a trade. Cook might welcome a […]

There have been trade rumors revolving around Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook during the offseason. Cook, who’s one of the better running backs in the NFL, has been a key part of the Vikings’ offense over the years. However, it “seems likely” that Cook’s time in Minnesota is destined to come to an end […]

The Minnesota Vikings put forth a phenomenal 2022 campaign where they tied for the second-best record in the NFC at 13-4 and finished with the fourth-most touchdowns in the entire league. That said, rumor has it that even they could find themselves making some sizeable changes prior to their September 10 opening-day kick-off, and a […]

Star running back Dalvin Cook has an uncertain future with the Minnesota Vikings after the franchise reportedly asked him to take a pay cut. As such, Cook, a four-time Pro Bowler has frequently popped up in trade rumors and has also been named as a potential cut candidate for the Vikings. Teams such as the […]

Dalvin Cook has played his entire NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings — but according to executives around the league, that might not be the case for much longer. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler recently reported on SportsCenter that Cook’s status in Minnesota is tenuous, and a potential trade to the Miami Dolphins could come to fruition […]

Minnesota Vikings first-round pick Jordan Addison missed practice Tuesday due to an unspecified injury. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said it’s just a precaution. “We’re being overly cautious with him right now,” O’Connell said, via Will Ragatz of SI.com. “Something that popped up toward the end of rookie minicamp. Nothing serious at all. Kind of […]

There are certain players whose presence is so inextricably linked to the potential success of a franchise that contract drama should not even exist. In the NFL, that credo usually applies to quarterbacks and pass rushers, but star wide receiver Justin Jefferson can also play that card in his negotiations with the Minnesota Vikings. He […]

The NFC North champion Minnesota Vikings ranked as the 19th most valuable NFL franchise last season. Owner Zygi Wilf has turned the team into a perennial contender. Led by quarterback Kirk Cousins and receiver Justin Jefferson, the team appears locked in as a factor in the division. Fans in Minnesota received welcome news on Tuesday […]

Minnesota Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson has been absent from voluntary team workouts, which has raised some questions about a potential contract dispute between the two sides. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said he’s been in contact with Jefferson throughout much of the offseason. “It’s one of those things that we’ve had great dialogue throughout the […]

Za’Darius Smith had a brilliant start to the 2022 season with the Minnesota Vikings, but it was a different story for him in the second half of the campaign as his production slipped. Now, after being traded to the Cleveland Browns, he opened up about the sudden dip in his numbers and what really happened. […]

The end of the 2022 season was not pleasant for the Minnesota Vikings. The team came to the realization that their defensive play was awful and that area needed to get better if the team was going to improve. The team’s salary cap issues meant some veteran players would leave or take salary cuts if […]

T.J. Hockenson was quite a revelation for the Minnesota Vikings last year following his mid-season trade from the Detroit Lions. The Vikings gave up two future second-round picks to the Lions in order to get their hands on the two-time Pro Bowl tight end, and for the most part, Hockenson has proved that it was […]

There’s a ton of excitement and optimism surrounding the Minnesota Vikings entering the summer. The Vikings have assembled a talent-rich roster and have their sights set on taking the next step. After breaking down the Minnesota’s game-by-game predictions, let’s take a look at three trade targets to round out the Vikings’ roster and put them […]

The latest rumor out of Minnesota is that Dalvin Cook is on his way out in. The Minnesota Vikings’ running game stagnated in 2022, as the team averaged less than 100 yards per game — posting the fifth-worst mark in the NFL. The franchise also re-signed backup Alexander Mattison to a two-year deal while conveniently […]

The Minnesota Vikings have seen quite a bit of turnover on their offense this offseason, but one area of continuity has been their running back room, which still consists of Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison. However, there have been a lot of trade rumors surrounding Cook, and they don’t seem likely to be going away […]

The reigning NFC North Champs and owners of a 13-4 record a year ago, the smart money is on regression to the mean for the Minnesota Vikings in 2023. The Vikings set an NFL record with 11 wins in one-score games, all while amassing a -3 point differential during the regular season. Regression is not the […]

The Minnesota Vikings are widely expected to release or trade Dalvin Cook by the June 1st cut. However, the team will have no issues bringing back the veteran running back, albeit for the right price. Cook’s future with the Vikings has been a major question mark all offseason long. Minnesota is in cost-cutting mode, so […]

The 2023 NFL schedule is out, and we now know where, when, and who the Minnesota Vikings will play next season. The Vikings schedule has some tough games, but their division and the NFC South could make for a successful 2023 NFL season. Here are the 17 Vikings predictions for 2023, as the team tries […]

The NFL schedule presents a myriad of difficulties for all teams, and the Minnesota Vikings will face their own challenges throughout the year. Here is the #Vikings' 2023 schedule: pic.twitter.com/JcEkDcDMsV — Ben Goessling (@BenGoessling) May 12, 2023 While the schedule is looked at as a season-long entity by fans at the time of the announcement, […]