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Minnesota VikingsFantasy Football: Can Adam Thielen replicate his success in Week 6?

The Minnesota Vikings have been in the headlines a lot this year. Most of the time, it has been about issues within the organization. Kirk Cousins was struggling at quarterback. That led to the offense looking terrible. It also led to people being unhappy. Superstar wide receiver Adam Thielen called out Cousins. So did head […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Everson Griffen opens up about penalty issues

The Minnesota Vikings have dealt with penalty issues early this season, and Everson Griffen knows the team needs to clean it up if the team wants to reach their goals this year. Against the New York Giants, the Vikings were penalized 12 times for 112 yards, including one offsides penalty by Griffen. The Vikings currently […]

NFLFantasy Football: Top 10 waiver wire pickups for Week 6

We’re already to Week 6 of the fantasy football season, and the waiver wire pickups are starting to get more important with bye weeks in full swing. The Bills, Bears, Colts, and Raiders all have the week off, which puts fantasy owners in a spot of needing to find suitable replacements for players like Josh […]

Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings: 3 biggest storylines following Week 5

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the lowly New York Giants in Week 5. Such a matchup is exactly what the NFC North franchise needed amid continued controversy. With the rumor mill churning at a rapid speeds in Minnesota these days, the Vikings have quickly become one of the more intriguing teams from around the league — […]

Minnesota VikingsNFL insider says pressure for QBs such as Vikings' Kirk Cousins is "too much"

Sunday, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins played his best game of the season. It was the game after he was called out by receiver Adam Thielen for not throwing the deep ball. Cousins was able to satisfy Thielen’s hungry appetite; the receiver went for 130 yards. His situation brought into question the longstanding notion that […]

Dallas CowboysNFL executive says Kirk Cousins' contract is a 'warning' to Cowboys' Dak Prescott

The Dallas Cowboys are now 3-2 on the season after beginning the 2019 campaign at 3-0. However, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott remains in line to encounter a serious payday sometime in the very near future. The veteran signal caller continues to be one of the few Dallas players not to get paid this time around. […]

Minnesota VikingsWhat we learned about Kirk Cousins in the Vikings' big win over the Giants

If the Minnesota Vikings knew all it would take to get Kirk Cousins to throw the ball to his dynamic receivers was for Adam Thielen to publicly call him out, they would have suggested he do that a while ago. After feeling that criticism from Thielen and then apologizing to him, Cousins seemed determined to […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings QB Kirk Cousins is happy he could make Adam Thielen happy with a big game in Week 5

A lot of talk surrounding the Minnesota Vikings heading into Sunday’s game against the New York Giants was about Adam Thielen’s comments regarding quarterback Kirk Cousins after their loss against the Chicago Bears. Thielen made a comment about how Cousins needed to hit the deep ball because they weren’t always going to have success running […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Adam Thielen is 'proud' of Kirk Cousins, teammates for Week 5 performance

There had been plenty of noise surrounding the Minnesota Vikings in Week 5. Fortunately, quarterback Kirk Cousins was able to make amends with wide receiver Adam Thielen by finding him early and often against the New York Giants. The headlines all week had been focused on Thielen’s criticisms of Cousins play under center. According to […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings RB Dalvin Cook claims a week's worth of controversy actually brought the team together

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon while the NFC North franchise encountered quite a bit of controversy throughout the week leading up to its Week 5 matchup in East Rutherford, New Jersey. With quarterback Kirk Cousins in addition to wide receivers Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs all voicing some displeasure […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Mike Zimmer never thought about benching Stefon Diggs vs. Giants

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs had a very busy week. It caused a lot of problems with the team and created a lot of headlines. Mike Zimmer had to deal with them. Diggs missed practices and didn’t deny rumors that he wasn’t happy with his role. This meant Diggs was fined heftily. However, he […]

Minnesota VikingsKirk Cousins thinks Vikings WR Stefon Diggs is 'one of the best players in the world'

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs didn’t spend his week leading up to Week 5 against the New York Giants like the rest of his teammates. He missed multiple practices, was subject to trade rumors, didn’t exactly shoot the rumors down and was fined for his actions. Nevertheless, he was active on Sunday, while the […]

New York GiantsVideo: Giants QB Daniel Jones throws beautiful TD pass to Darius Slayton vs. Vikings

Ever since Daniel Jones became the New York Giants starter, he has been given the nickname ‘Danny Dimes’. His nickname showed early on Sunday with him throwing a beautiful touchdown pass to Darius Slayton versus the Minnesota Vikings. .@Daniel_Jones10 throws a dime to fellow rookie Darius Slayton for the 35-yard TD! #MINvsNYG @Young_Slay2 📺: FOX📱: […]

New York GiantsGiants RB Wayne Gallman ruled out for rest of Vikings game due to concussion

The New York Giants are without Saquon Barkley for the second consecutive and now his replacement is nursing an injury. Wayne Gallman has been ruled out for the rest of the Minnesota Vikings game due to a concussion according to the Giants’ official Twitter account. Injury update – RB Wayne Gallman (concussion) has been ruled […]

Minnesota VikingsReport: Vikings did not void Stefon Diggs' $40M in guarantees

Stefon Diggs has grown frustrated with his role in the Minnesota Vikings offense and decided to skip out on meetings and practices this week. Despite his short absence from the team, Minnesota did not void Diggs’ $40 million in guarantees per Ian Rapoport. On the #Vikings and WR Stefon Diggs: Though they did fine him […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Stefon Diggs fined over $200K for absences

On Friday, Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said the team “has already punished” wide receiver Stefon Diggs for missing practice and meetings. Reportedly, the star wide-out earned fines. According to Adam Schefter and Chris Mortensen of ESPN, those fines are worth over $200,000. Diggs missed meetings on both Monday and Tuesday as well as […]

Minnesota VikingsReport: Vikings not trading Stefon Diggs

Despite trade speculation brewing, the Minnesota Vikings are reportedly not interested in trading away wide receiver Stefon Diggs, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. From @NFLGameDay: The #Vikings are planning to play WR Stefon Diggs today following a crazy week, but teams have been calling with trade interest. A lot of them. From what I’m […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Stefon Diggs expected to be active vs. Giants

Amid trade rumors brewing, the Minnesota Vikings are expected to play wide receiver Stefon Diggs on Sunday against the New York Giants, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Diggs isn’t dealing with an injury. Instead, the Vikings wideout skipped practice and meetings earlier in the week. Though he classified the matter as a “cold,” the […]

Minnesota Vikings4 bold predictions for the Minnesota Vikings in Week 5 vs. Giants

The Minnesota Vikings have endured a tumultuous start to the 2019 NFL season. It appeared the situation in Minnesota had seemingly reached a boiling point with the recent fallout between quarterback Kirk Cousins and his two wide receivers. Although things are looking grim for the Vikings, they will have an opportunity to bounce back on […]

Minnesota VikingsAdam Thielen: 3 bold predictions for the Vikings wide receiver vs. the Giants

It is never a good sign when your two best receivers are disgruntled. One doing his best to circulate trade rumors without actually saying he wants to be traded, and another calling out his quarterback for basically being incapable of throwing an accurate deep ball. Although the season hasn’t exactly gotten off to the start […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Stefon Diggs was fined for missing practice, team meetings

On Friday, Minnesota Vikings Mike Zimmer said wide receiver Stefon Diggs “has already been punished,” for missing practice and meetings, per Mark Craig of the Star Tribune. That punishment has come in the form of fines, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Media. On if Diggs will play, Zimmer says “I don’t know,” and “we’ll see.” […]

Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings: 3 bold predictions for the offense in Week 5 against the Giants

Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the New York Giants in Week 5 NFL action. It is a game that the Vikings have to win after dropping to 2-2 last week against the Chicago Bears. They are also getting a great opportunity to tune the drama out and start focusing […]

New England PatriotsStefon Diggs: Why the New England Patriots should try to acquire the star receiver

Stefon Diggs is not happy in Minnesota. That much we know. The Vikings have gone away from their pass-happy offense and have instead turned things over to running back Dalvin Cook, who has been brilliant this season. But with Minnesota having a pair of dynamic receivers in Diggs and Adam Thielen, you would think the […]

Indianapolis ColtsStefon Diggs: Why the Indianapolis Colts should try to acquire the star wide receiver

Stefon Diggs has made it clear he is unhappy in Minnesota, and while the Vikings don’t appear to be moving on trying to trade him just yet, it very well could become a possibility if things continue to go south before the Week 8 trade deadline. One team that could (and should) jump in and […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs may not play in Week 5 vs. Giants

The Minnesota Vikings have had a big storyline going on lately, and it’s not a good one. There have been some issues stirring and it appears some players aren’t happy. Wide receiver Adam Thielen appeared to call out quarterback Kirk Cousins this week. So did head coach Mike Zimmer. Then came the Stefon Diggs saga. […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings TE Kyle Rudolph getting used to 'blocking a lot' this season

As Stefon Diggs is grumbling about his role with the team some of his Minnesota Vikings teammates are taking a different approach, like Kyle Rudolph who is enjoying his opportunity to run block more. Through four games Rudolph only has four catches for 32 yards and for a guy who is used to have a […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings have a 'situation' to watch with Stefon Diggs

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs is not happy, so much so that he is not even denying his displeasure to reporters. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Vikings have a “situation on their hands” with Diggs, who seems to be disgruntled over his role and finally spoke to reporters for the first […]

New York Giants4 reasons the Giants will defeat the Vikings in Week 5

After starting the year 0-2, the New York Giants made a change. They benched veteran and future Hall of Fame quarterback Eli Manning. In his place, they put first-round pick (sixth overall) Daniel Jones. Since making that move, the Giants have won two straight games. Now 2-2, they will face off with the Minnesota Vikings […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Adam Thielen speaks out on his relationship with Stefon Diggs

On Thursday, wide receiver Stefon Diggs returned to Minnesota Vikings practice after speculation brewed that he may get traded following his inactive status on Wednesday. Allegedly, Diggs asked for a trade out. On Thursday, he didn’t exactly deny those rumors. However, his running mate, Adam Thielen, isn’t concerned with Diggs’ status with the team. When […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Mike Zimmer declines to comment on Stefon Diggs situation

Amid rumors brewing of a trade, wide receiver Stefon Diggs practiced with the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday. His coach, Mike Zimmer, didn’t do much to end those rumors, calling the situation an “internal matter,” according to Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Will Diggs play on Sunday, against the New York Giants? “We’ll […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Stefon Diggs full participant in Thursday's practice

Stefon Diggs is not happy. After rumors have swirled about him wanting out of Minnesota and with the frustration fellow star receiver Adam Thielen showed after last weeks loss, it seems like the Vikings are imploding. Although the frustration and tension is unmistakably present, Diggs was a full go at Thursday’s practice as they prepare […]

Minnesota VikingsAdam Thielen thinks media is to blame for frustration rumors with Vikings wide receivers

Just four weeks into the NFL season, the wide receivers for the Minnesota Vikings have grown tireless with how the offense has played. Adam Thielen believes that the media is to blame for the frustration rumors with the wide receivers on the team. Adam Thielen: "I think the frustration is (from) you guys. It’s not […]

New York GiantsGiants RB Saquon Barkley opens up on expanded role in Thursday's practice

It has been confirmed that Saquon Barkley either isn’t from this Earth or his injury was misdiagnosed by doctors following his injury. On Thursday, Barkley opened up on his expanded role in Thursday’s practice per Jordan Raanan. Saquon Barkley says he got to do a little more Thursday. "Felt good." He got to open up, […]

Minnesota VikingsOne team interested in trading for Stefon Diggs was informed he won't be dealt

There has been plenty of speculation regarding the future of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs. It appears the prospect of him being placed on the market has already drawn in some interest from another team. According to ESPN’s Josina Anderson, the Vikings have already been contacted about a potential trade: A team that told […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Stefon Diggs answers question about his alleged trade request

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs returned to the team on Thursday and took questions from the media about the situation including rumors that he asked for a trade. Diggs missed practice on Wednesday and claimed the reason was that he wasn’t feeling too well. Diggs did admit that he was frustrated with the struggles […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings teammates wonder if WR Stefon Diggs wants to be there

The Minnesota Vikings might have an issue with Stefon Diggs on their hands, and now teammates are questioning if he actually wants to be there. Diggs missed Wednesday’s practice with a non-injury designation and according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, teammates are starting to question what his intentions are. On #Vikings WR Stefon Diggs: […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Kirk Cousins avoiding scrutiny: 'ignorance is bliss'

Kirk Cousins takes his turn as the poorest quarterback in the NFL. He’s more likely getting jeers from Minnesota Vikings fans as much as other fans whenever he’s on the road. However, he’s seemingly learned how to cancel those noises out and focus on what he can do on the field. He’s turned away all […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings WR Stefon Diggs misses practice for non-injury reasons

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs missed practice on Wednesday as a result of non-injury reasons, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Rapoport notes that there is currently no explanation available. It should be noted that Diggs has expressed visible frustration early this season and has not spoken to the media for two weeks. […]

Minnesota Vikings3 bold predictions for Vikings QB Kirk Cousins in Week 5 against the Giants

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins signed a three-year, $84 million fully guaranteed contract before last season. He received criticism for not making the playoffs, but he has his best statistical season. Through four games in 2019, Cousins deserves all the criticism he has received. The Minnesota Vikings are 2-2 after an ugly 16-6 loss to […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings coach Mike Zimmer reacts to Kirk Cousins apologizing to Adam Thielen

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen made headlines after essentially calling out the shortcomings of quarterback Kirk Cousins. Head coach Mike Zimmer has now given his thoughts on the matter. Cousins responded to the criticisms by apologizing to Thielen for not doing his part in the 16-6 loss to the Chicago Bears. According to Chris […]

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