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Free-agent linebacker Za’Darius Smith was previously in agreement with the Baltimore Ravens on a four-year deal with $35 million, but he changed his mind and decided to back out because of a stall in negotiations. Now, Smith has signed elsewhere, with the Minnesota Vikings bringing in the All-Pro defender for three years and $42 million. […]

It’s that point in the offseason where teams are solidifying their quarterbacks, and the Minnesota Vikings are doing just that. After the Vikings’ huge deal with Kirk Cousins, the team re-signed quarterback Sean Mannion to be his backup for another year. NFL reporter Tom Pelissero tweeted the news Tuesday morning. The #Vikings are re-signing backup […]

Two-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Za’Darius Smith was recently released by the Green Bay Packers for salary cap reasons. Smith’s arrival on the free agent market added to what was already a strong group of pass rushers, with stars Von Miller and Chandler Jones finding new homes. The former Packers star had no shortage of […]

The Minnesota Vikings have been on the verge of the playoffs the past few seasons. Being brutally close has put the team on high alert, as they will need to lean harder into the talent they have in order to get the most out of it. After signing Kirk Cousins to a contract extension, the team […]

The Minnesota Vikings handed another contract extension to quarterback Kirk Cousins, which has left fans with mixed feelings. Of course, there’s a number of Vikings fans who don’t feel Cousins has what it takes to lead the team to a Super Bowl, while others are convinced he can guide the team to glory. Cousins has […]

Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings reached an agreement on Sunday that will keep the veteran QB in Minnesota for another year for $35 million. Cousins’ name has been thrown in trade rumors as of late, so the extension came as a shock to a lot of people. For the 33-year-old, however, he now wants […]

Despite a myriad of trade interest and rumors for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins, the team announced on Sunday that they will be signing the veteran signal-caller to a one-year extension, which will keep him in Minneapolis through the 2023 season. One more QB deal: Kirk Cousins and the Vikings have reached agreement on a […]

Former Minnesota Vikings CB Jeff Gladney was acquitted of assault charges Thursday that stemmed from an alleged incident back in April 2021. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Gladney was found not guilty this afternoon by the Dallas County Court. Former #Vikings first-round CB Jeff Gladney was just found not guilty of assaulting a woman in […]

The Minnesota Vikings organization has been talking like they want quarterback Kirk Cousins back for the 2022 season. Cousins is entering the final year of his contract- which expires after the 2022 season- and could be looking for some long-term security from the franchise. However, recent buzz around the Vikings suggests that Cousins isn’t so […]

With the breaking news of Aaron Rodgers returning to the Green Bay Packers for a currently-unknown length of time, the Minnesota Vikings fall back into looking up at the (expected) divisional leader instead of being a favorite to win the division. As Kevin O’Connell heads into his first season as the team’s head coach, it […]

Amid much outside speculation surrounding the long-term future of Kirk Cousins with the Minnesota Vikings, new head coach Kevin O’Connell simply has his sights set on working to get the best out of him in the 2022 campaign. O’Connell took some time to speak to the NFL Network at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, where […]

The 2022 NFL free agency window is about to open, which means it’s time for us to dive into Justin Houston’s offseason outlook. The veteran pass rusher played a vital role for the Baltimore Ravens last season and could bring some leadership to any organization that signs him. It’ll be interesting to see where he […]

The Minnesota Vikings have expressed interest in having Kirk Cousins return as their starting quarterback in 2022. The new regime, led by head coach Kevin O’Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, have gushed over Cousins’ abilities while making it clear that they want him to return. Well, the latest rumors show that a return to […]

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell is naturally going to utilize his experience as the Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator to his advantage in his new role. O’Connell revealed one way that he plans to do that with star wideout Justin Jefferson, invoking Rams’ wide receiver Cooper Kupp’s name in the process, via NBC Sports. […]

Recent articles have suggested a disconnect between former Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and quarterback Kirk Cousins. While Zimmer is gone now, questions still remain as to what the Vikings’ plan is regarding Cousins’ future. New GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spoke about Cousins on Tuesday, gushing over the veteran quarterback, via NBC Sports. However, his […]

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward is fresh from completing a one-year contract with the team and is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. A number of NFL teams are in search of depth at the cornerback position, so the 25-year-old would be an intriguing option for most of them. In 13 […]

With the 2022 NFL free agency right around the corner, it’s time to dive into some potential landing spots for Harold Landry. He’s coming off of a career year for the Tennessee Titans and should reel in a big payday. We’ll see how it all plays out, as multiple teams should have Landry in their […]

The Minnesota Vikings parted ways with longtime head coach Mike Zimmer this offseason, replacing him with Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell. According to The Athletic, part of the reason Zimmer fizzled out in Minnesota was his relationship with quarterback Kirk Cousins. Per the report, Zimmer complained about Cousins during coaching meetings, stating that the QB didn’t […]

The NFL is entering a new football year, which means it’s time to evaluate the Minnesota Vikings offseason outlook. After a frustrating 2021 campaign, this franchise aims to make subtle moves to create massive improvements. This is an exciting time for this team, as they are close to becoming a yearly playoff contender. We take […]

Rumors of a quarterback trade between the Carolina Panthers and the Minnesota Vikings have been flying recently. But how realistic is it that the Panthers could acquire quarterback Kirk Cousins in the 2022 NFL Offseason? According to an article by Panthers Wire writer Anthony Rizzuti, it’s not very likely. He noted Ian Rapoport’s recent appearance […]

Although the Los Angeles Rams have just won the Super Bowl, head coach Sean McVay is already busy at work. It seems McVay has found a replacement for offensive coordinator after losing Kevin O’Connell in the offseason. O’Connell took the head coaching job for the Minnesota Vikings, leaving LA in a tough spot. However, this […]

Kirk Cousins’ status with the Minnesota Vikings has been one of the main talking points of the offseason. With a new coach and general manager in place, it seemed unclear at first whether the new heads would stick with the quarterback of the last regime. Recent reports, though, reveal that the franchise will stick with […]

Every offseason for each team can feel like a franchise-altering one, but for the Minnesota Vikings in the coming months, they certainly will have multiple decisions to make that may end up changing the landscape of the team for years to come. The Vikings head into the upcoming offseason with a notable dilemma on just […]

With the season officially over, the NFL rumor has picked up some serious steam. Houston Texans star quarterback Deshaun Watson has been speculated to be traded since the last offseason. Recently, it has been reported that Watson has expressed interest in potentially playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or the Minnesota Vikings. His agent steps […]

The Minnesota Vikings are looking for a clean start after hiring former Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell as head coach. As NBC Sports reporter Michael David Smith reported, O’Connell sees a lot of similar qualities in Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins and Matthew Stafford. Kevin O'Connell: I'm excited to coach Kirk Cousins. https://t.co/kMOSp71HXW — […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson hasn’t played for his team in over a year due to trade demands and multiple sexual assault lawsuits levied against him. No team has any idea when/if Watson will become available to play again, as he hasn’t officially been suspended by the NFL. His deposition for the lawsuits is expected […]

The Houston Texans Deshaun Watson saga is far from over. While it’s been relatively quiet for the most part of the 2021 NFL season on the Watson trade front, it’s beginning to make some noise again. According to ESPN’s piece by Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Minnesota Vikings are […]

Former NFL star running back Adrian Peterson was arrested for an alleged domestic violence incident involving his wife on Super Bowl Sunday. Peterson denied the severity of the incident, calling it a disagreement. On Tuesday, the former Minnesota Vikings stud’s domestic violence arrest received a huge update, as reported by NBC Sports, citing TMZ. NFL […]

The Minnesota Vikings previously failed to make it back to the playoffs for the second straight year after ending the 2021 season with an 8-9 record. Following another mediocre campaign, the team is now heading in a different direction as they moved on from longtime head coach Mike Zimmer. Moreover, the front office would also […]

Former NFL running back Adrian Peterson was reportedly arrested on Sunday. The former Minnesota Vikings star was arrested and booked with felony domestic violence, according to TMZ, in an incident that occurred at LAX in Los Angeles. Peterson has had other run-ins with the law in the past, including alleged child abuse. https://t.co/V6pNmpJYbJ — TMZ […]

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly set to bring back Kirk Cousins as their quarterback next season. According a report from NFL insider Tom Pelissero, the Vikings are sticking to their lead QB from the last four seasons. This comes after news that the team is hiring former QB Kevin O’Connell as their new head coach. […]

It is difficult to pinpoint the Minnesota Vikings’ shortcomings last season on a single player. The Vikings missed out on playing playoff football following their 8-9 finish in regular season play, which included eight one-score defeats. Even as some outside noise has shifted blame over to Kirk Cousins as of late, Vikings wide receiver Justin […]

The Minnesota Vikings have not yet officially named current Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell as their new head coach. Barring any major surprises, this will all come to fruition following Super Bowl 56. Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is much looking forward to what O’Connell will bring to the team’s offense. As he […]

The Minnesota Vikings will have a reset button after the hiring of new coach Kevin O’Connell. But for now, O’Connell has bigger things in mind. For instance, helping the Los Angeles Rams capture the crown in Super Bowl LVI on Sunday. O’Connell currently serves as the Rams’ offensive coordinator, helping Matthew Stafford and company transform […]

Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell is set to take over the mantle for the Minnesota Vikings. The 36-year-old has been picked by the franchise after their Jim Harbaugh debacle, and while some may consider O’Connell to be a back-up choice for the Vikings, this man is absolutely no scrub. Rams star quarterback Matthew […]

The Minnesota Vikings had another disappointing campaign, as they missed the NFL Playoffs for the second consecutive season. The team fired Mike Zimmer as coach and hired Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell. While that’s already a big change for the Vikings, they still have a lot more work to do in the offseason […]

As the Los Angeles Rams prepare for Super Bowl 56 on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals, they are also dealing with an annual tradition of theirs: coaching turnover. Since Sean McVay became the head coach of the Rams in 2017, he has lost a coordinator every single year to either a head coaching opening, an […]

The Minnesota Vikings are set to make Kevin O’Connell their next head coach, just as soon as the Rams’ offensive coordinator ties up his responsibilities at the Super Bowl. Replacing Mike Zimmer in Minnesota will be no easy task, but the Vikings seem confident that O’Connell is the right man to lead the team into […]

After Super Bowl LVI, Kevin O’Connell, is expected to leave his post as the Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator and take the head coaching gig with the Minnesota Vikings. O’Connell will get the chance to work with a litany of current ad former Pro Bowlers in Kirk Cousins, Justin Jefferson, Dalvin Cook and Adam Thielen. Minnesota […]