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The Buffalo Bills made a splash move at the beginning of free agency, trading a bevy of draft picks for Stefon Diggs. Even though the trade was received well by fans, an NFL executive believes Buffalo gave up too many picks to acquire Diggs: “I wouldn’t have done it for one first-round pick, let alone […]

Throughout the quarantining process amid the coronavirus pandemic, there has been a lack of sports to watch. Despite the 2020 NFL Draft being less than three weeks away, former defensive end of the Minnesota Vikings, Jared Allen, isn’t a fan of the draft. “I know the kids being drafted are having the time of their […]

Being on the precipice of a championship is something that not a lot of teams in professional sports are able to experience, especially since only two teams are able to represent their respective leagues in their championship affairs. But for the NFL, they have experienced quite a few teams that have been favorites to take […]

The Minnesota Vikings currently own the No. 22 overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, the first of two first-round picks that the NFC North franchises own this time around. In addition to picking at No. 22, the Vikings will also be on the clock at No. 25, thanks to quite […]

Prior to being slapped with a franchise tag by the Minnesota Vikings, defensive back Anthony Harris figured to have a nice market in the free-agent market. Courtney Cronin of ESPN reported multiple teams would have pursued Harris, including the New York Giants. Cronin also indicated the Giants might have shown interest in trading for Harris […]

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph is just one of the many NFL players currently being affected by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. With all 32 NFL facilities now closed to its players, coaches and other staff members alike, Rudolph and his counterparts throughout the league have all been forced to find other ways to train […]

Earlier in the month, the Minnesota Vikings placed the franchise tag on 28-year-old safety Anthony Harris. Later on, reports came out that Harris was available for trade in exchange for a mid-to-late-round draft pick. However, contrary to those reports, the Vikings have reportedly been “actively discussing” a long-term deal for the five-year veteran per Chris […]

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins receives a lot of criticism for his play, but one thing that is often overlooked in his game is the deep throw. Twitter user Dustin Baker points out that Cousins has led the NFL in completions over 30 yards in the last four seasons. Most completions of 30 or more […]

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Xavier Rhodes abruptly became an unrestricted free agent this offseason as his time with the Minnesota Vikings ultimately came to a screeching halt. Released by the Vikings a few weeks ago, Rhodes then inked a one-year free agent contract with the aforementioned Colts, which will give the longtime Minnesota defensive back a […]

Cornerback Xavier Rhodes recently became a member of the Indianapolis Colts. That was after he was released by the Minnesota Vikings. Following his release, Rhodes is now eyeing a fresh start in Indianapolis. It is also worth noting that Rhodes appears primed to build off of being released by the Vikings. In other words, he’s […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Laquon Treadwell may be an Ole Miss product, but that doesn’t mean that he isn’t jazzed about learning from his new former Alabama Crimson Tide teammates, Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley. Treadwell said as much in an interview with Falcons reporter Kelsey Conway, in which he referred to the duo by […]

It seems only a matter of time before the Washington Redskins and star offensive tackle Trent Williams part ways. The two sides have had a contentious relationship for well over a year, and most recently, Williams’ agent suggested the Redskins were making unrealistic trade demands after granting Williams permission to seek a trade. However, one […]

The Minnesota Vikings have re-signed running back Ameer Abdullah, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Contract details have not yet been disclosed. Abdullah played in every game this past season, rushing for 115 yards while logging 15 catches for 88 yards and a touchdown. He mainly served as a return specialist, fetching 13 kicks […]

Former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs had been disgruntled with his role for the better part of the 2019 season, and it seemed like a matter of time before the Vikings found an avenue for a trade. However, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported that was not the case. Fowler said the Vikings had actually […]

The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with former Minnesota Vikings All-Pro cornerback Xavier Rhodes, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Former #Vikings CB Xavier Rhodes is signing a 1-year deal with the #Colts, per @SunnyTheAgent. A chance to prove it in Indy. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 26, 2020 Rhodes […]

The Minnesota Vikings have a notable void to fill in the receiving corps after trading Stefon Diggs to the Buffalo Bills. It appears they may have already found his potential replacement. According to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport, the Vikings are signing former Tennessee Titans wide receiver Tajae Sharpe. Source: Former Titans WR Tajae Sharpe […]

Former Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon signed with the San Francisco 49ers a few offseasons ago. However, he has yet to formally suit up for San Francisco; the former Vikings standout has been plagued by various injuries ever since signing with the 49ers. Now, with the most recent NFL offseason fully underway, McKinnon will […]

The Buffalo Bills made one of this offseason’s biggest splashes by acquiring prolific wide receiver Stefon Diggs from the Minnesota Vikings. Despite being forced to give up a slew of future NFL Draft picks in exchange for Diggs’ services, the Bills are no doubt better off for making such a move — at least for […]

Former Minnesota Vikings pass rusher Everson Griffen is now officially an unrestricted free agent while notably spending the first decade of his NFL career as a member of the NFC North franchise. Now possessing the ability to sign with another franchise for the first time in his professional tenure, it remains to be seen as […]

Despite the fact that the rest of the world is currently in flux, the NFL has managed to trudge forward — at least for now. Although the start of the 2020 campaign might be quite far off as it stands today, the latest installment of NFL free agency remains in full swing with players changing […]

Stefon Diggs will be wearing a new uniform for the 2020 NFL season. The Minnesota Vikings traded the star wide receiver to the Buffalo Bills last week. Why was the 26-year-old wideout dealt? Apparently it all goes back to a tweet the former Vikings receiver shared. “It’s time for a new beginning,” Diggs wrote on […]

Adam Thielen and Kirk Cousins know this: The Minnesota Vikings traded one of their top offensive weapons last week, sending wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the Buffalo Bills for four draft picks, including a first-rounder. You can’t blame the Vikings for making the move. That is quite a haul for Diggs, who probably isn’t even […]

The Atlanta Falcons have been making some moves already this offseason. And on Sunday, it appears they made another one. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Falcons agreed to a deal with free-agent wide receiver Laquon Treadwell. Falcons are signing former Vikings’ first-round pick, WR Laquon Treadwell. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 22, 2020 […]

The Seattle Seahawks might need a contingency plan if they plan on improving their pass rush in 2020. While the Seahawks still hope to re-sign Jadeveon Clowney, his salary demands and their cap limitations make a reunion seem unlikely. However, the Seahawks are showing interest in former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen after Griffen […]

Four-time Pro Bowler Everson Griffen announced on Friday that he would be not returning to the Minnesota Vikings where he spent all 10 seasons of his career since being drafted in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. With the veteran defensive end no longer a Viking, David Moore of the Dallas Morning News […]

Davante Adams is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. We know this. Still, the Green Bay Packers star seems to save his best performances for the Minnesota Vikings. Case in point, during the Packers’ two games against the Vikings this past season (both Green Bay wins), Adams totaled 20 catches for 222 […]

Everson Griffen’s time with the Minnesota Vikings is coming to an end. On Friday, Griffen’s agent, Brian Murphy, released a statement saying that he and his client are no longer talking to the Vikings about a new deal: “We have broken off talks with Minnesota because they have to spend their money elsewhere and we […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have made their fair share of moves this offseason. That includes bolstering their secondary. There’s a funny coincidence about some of the moves they’ve made in the secondary though. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, on Thursday, Cincinnati signed former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander. Apparently, it’s a one-year deal worth […]

In a working environment that is as unpredictable as the NFL, it’s hard to build relationships. Friendships like the one built by Minnesota Vikings wide receivers Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs can easily be uprooted by trade — and that’s exactly what happened. The Vikings confirmed that they’re sending Diggs to the Buffalo Bills in […]

The Minnesota Vikings have gone out and improved the middle of their defense. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, the Vikings have signed 6-foot, 340-pound defensive tackle Michael Pierce on a three-year deal worth $27 million. Pierce gets $18 million guaranteed for his contract. The 27-year-old, who spent the past four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, […]

The Buffalo Bills pulled off a monster trade earlier in the week while providing up-and-coming quarterback Josh Allen with a major weapon at the wide receiver position. With the Bills shipping a slew of future NFL Draft picks to the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo managed to acquire Pro Bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs, who will no […]

After making waves throughout the 2019 NFL offseason, the Cleveland Browns may very well be on their way to doing the same thing in 2020. Per Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, the Browns are reportedly working on a trade for Minnesota Vikings star safety Anthony Harris. However, the asking price for Harris may be too […]

After a tumultuous final season as a member of the Minnesota Vikings, superstar wide receiver Stefon Diggs is now part of the Buffalo Bills organization. On Monday evening, the Vikings agreed to trade Diggs to the Bills in exchange for a slew of future NFL Draft picks with the Pro Bowl wide receiver finally getting […]

The Cincinnati Bengals continued their free-agent spending spree on Tuesday by locking up former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. https://twitter.com/TomPelissero/status/1240023288761536514 The Bengals have also reportedly agreed to a four-year deal worth up to $53 million with former Houston Texans defensive tackle D.J. Reader—the largest contract ever […]

The Vikings shipped off Stefon Diggs to the Buffalo Bills, but the New England Patriots and Washington Redskins were also involved in trade discussions. According to Albert Breer of NBC Boston, the Redskins had the most interest, but they weren’t willing to part with the second overall pick. In turn, it made it hard to […]

With the offseason in full swing, the Buffalo Bills were among the teams looking to make a splash. It appears they may have found their man in Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs. According to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports, the Bills have reportedly pulled off a trade with the Vikings for Diggs: Bills have […]

The NFC North already saw one superstar caliber player change teams while staying inside the division on Monday. After veteran tight end Jimmy Graham signed with the arch rival Chicago Bears following a two-year stint as a member of the Green Bay Packers, it was then Bears special teamer Cordarrelle Patterson who attempted to turn […]

Over the last several weeks, trade chatter has swirled around Stefon Diggs after the Minnesota Vikings wide receiver removed all Vikings-related content from his Instagram. However, at the moment, it seems much ado about nothing. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, teams are monitoring Diggs, but there is nothing active at the current point in […]

Stefon Diggs’ frustrations with the Minnesota Vikings for the past year or so have been well documented. Just recently, the star wide reciever shared a video of him working out in an Arizona Cardinals shirt. Prior to that, Diggs deleted all mention and pictures of the Vikings on his Instagram. Well, Diggs’ apparent frustration apparently […]