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The Minnesota Vikings selected Irv Smith Jr. with their second-round pick and if he pans out anything like the player that NFL Analyst Lance Zierlein compared him to, the team looks to have gotten themselves a steal. After a strong junior season with the Alabama Crimson Tide, Smith declared for the draft and leading up […]

The Minnesota Vikings knew when they took long snapper Austin Cutting, that he might have to serve out his military commitment before he could play with the team, but it appears the team doesn’t have a final answer just yet. Before the military changed their policy in 2017, players would be able to serve in […]

The Minnesota Vikings will not exercise their fifth-year option on wide receiver Laquon Treadwell, according to the team. This means that Treadwell will be a free agent next offseason. Treadwell is coming off of a 2018 campaign in which he played 15 games and hauled in 35 receptions for 302 yards and a touchdown. The […]

One of the biggest needs for the Minnesota Vikings coming into the 2019 NFL season was offensive line, and the team addressed that in the draft by selecting North Carolina State center Garrett Bradbury with the 18th overall pick. While he played primarily at center in college, Bradbury’s versatility may allow him to make a […]

Some felt that the Minnesota Vikings could trade off some of their players in the 2019 NFL Draft, and when the team selected tight end Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. in the second round, it looked like the writing was on the wall for Kyle Rudolph’s exit. Not only that, but there was also […]

The Minnesota Vikings might just be involved in the next big trade of the offseason. According to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, the Vikings have been getting calls about three key veterans: Tight end Kyle Rudolph, cornerback Xavier Rhodes, and cornerback Trae Waynes. But while the Vikings are “open” to the possibility of trading those […]

The Minnesota Vikings were reluctant to utilize their rushing attack in 2018. This may have been due to Dalvin Cook being injured for a good portion of the season. The Vikings organization is hoping for Cook to remain on the field in 2019 so their offense can hopefully flourish. After all, they need it to […]

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mike Hughes was having an impressive rookie season before tearing his ACL during his sixth game in 2018. The expectation was that he would be ready for training camp and according to Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman, he is actually a little ahead of schedule. “It’s a process,” Spielman said via Pro […]

The NFL schedule has been released which means it’s time to breakdown some of the biggest games that will take place this upcoming season. Let’s rank the top ten games that you need to make sure you are in front of a TV to watch. 10. Washington Redskins @ Minnesota Vikings Week Eight The Washington […]

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph is certainly no spring chicken. Regardless, he is adamant that Father Time still has yet to sink his claws into him. There is some speculation regarding his future in Minnesota as he enters the final year of his contract. According to Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune, he feels […]

After a disappointing season last year the Minnesota Vikings have expectations that they can make it back to the playoffs. With the NFL’s 2019 schedule finally released we know the path Minnesota will have to take get back on top of the NFC North. There are a few intriguing games on the schedule that should […]

The Minnesota Vikings were expected to do big things with big-money quarterback Kirk Cousins in 2018. However, Cousins was unable to lead Minnesota back to the postseason while the Vikings ultimately found themselves way behind the surging Chicago Bears, who went on to win the NFC North division. With the 2019-20 offseason already in full […]

The Minnesota Vikings struggled as a result of the 2018-19 campaign, which came as a surprise to many. With quarterback Kirk Cousins brought in to lead the way, Minnesota notably missed out on the postseason with the surging Chicago Bears ultimately taking home the NFC North crown. Adding to the team’s recent struggles, Vikings running […]

The 2018 season was a rough one all around for the Minnesota Vikings. Kirk Cousins and the offense didn’t look anywhere near as good as people were expecting in Cousins’ first year under center, and the defense took a step back from their previous elite level. The Vikings surprisingly missed the playoffs, and they’ll need […]

Linebacker Anthony Barr had agreed to sign with the New York Jets during the NFL’s tampering period, but because he did not actually sign any actual papers, he legally had the opportunity to back out, and that is exactly what he did. Barr opted to spurn the Jets to return to the Minnesota Vikings on […]

Could the Minnesota Vikings target a running back in the NFL Draft later this month? ESPN analyst Derrick Klassen seems to think it would be a good idea: “Dalvin Cook’s talent has never been a question in the NFL. However, he has suited up for only 15 of the team’s 32 games over the past […]

The Minnesota Vikings had high expectations heading into last season but the Chicago Bears burst onto the scene and took control of the NFC North. That was last year though and with a new year upon us, there is no doubt the Vikings can take back control of the North. Let’s break down some key […]

Anthony Barr looked to have a deal all lined up with the free-spending New York Jets, and it was a nice, fat, five-year, $75 million contract. But something didn’t feel right. When Barr’s agent, Ryan Williams, informed him of the deal, his reaction was not what Williams expected: “He said, ‘I feel like I just […]

Adam Thielen’s paycheck will finally match his production. The two-time Pro Bowler announced though his agency on Friday that he has agreed to a four-year, $64 million extension with the Minnesota Vikings, a deal that could reach $74 million with incentives. https://www.instagram.com/p/BwK3ZdNnJsU/ Thielen has desired a new contract since last offseason, when his rapid development […]

Before the New York Giants traded linebacker Olivier Vernon to the Cleveland Browns for offensive lineman Kevin Zeitler, the Minnesota Vikings considered making a similar deal, as they thought about trading defensive end Everson Griffen for Zeitler, according to Andrew Krammer of The Minneapolis Star-Tribune. Griffen is coming off of a 2018 campaign in which […]

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson had an impressive career at Oklahoma, but if Maurice Clarett had won his court case, he would have only been there for one year. NFL rules state that you must be out of high school for at least three years before you declare for the draft, but Clarett sued […]

Adam Thielen isn’t the only one pushing for a re-negotiated contract that would more accurately reflect his standing as one of the NFL’s most productive receivers. In a series of twitter posts on Monday, ESPN analyst and former NFL defensive back Domonique Foxworth advocated for the Minnesota Vikings to finally pony up the dough for […]

Free-agent wide receiver Jordan Taylor is scheduled to meet with the Minnesota Vikings on Monday followed by a visit with the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday, according to Aaron Wilson of The Houston Chronicle. Taylor spent the 2018 campaign with the Denver Broncos, playing in 10 games and registering 13 catches for 142 yards. The 27-year-old, […]

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a deal with AAF player Duke Thomas, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Another AAF player to the NFL: DB Duke Thomas to the #Vikings. https://t.co/Z7EG4LEaPA — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 5, 2019 Thomas is currently one of five players to sign with an NFL team, after the AAF […]

The Minnesota Vikings are searching for a backup quarterback, and it originally looked like Sean Mannion would be the man for the job after meeting with the Vikings on Sunday. However, Mannion left Minnesota without a deal, meaning that the team’s search for a second-string signal-caller will continue, according to Chris Tomasson of The St. […]

Oklahoma offensive lineman Cody Ford is in Minneapolis on Tuesday, visiting with the Minnesota Vikings ahead of the April 25th NFL draft, according to Darren Wolfson of KSTP. My fault on the hashtag typo in last tweet. To clarify: #Vikings have Oklahoma OL Cody Ford in today for a pre-draft visit. Boston College WR Jeff […]

Iowa Hawkeyes tight end Noah Fant is expected to be one of the first tight ends off the board, and it appears the Minnesota Vikings have some interest. The Vikings have a glaring need at offensive line but the teams’ philosophy the last few years has been to take the best player available and at […]

The Dallas Cowboys notably added a veteran presence to the team’s young defense this offseason. With the Cowboys adding former Cincinnati Bengals and Minnesota Vikings safety George Iloka, the expectations are already high in Dallas as the seasoned defensive back brings a lot to the table. “My expectations are to make a difference and to […]

The Minnesota Vikings will be bringing back Brett Jones for 2019, as they have signed the offensive lineman to a one-year deal that is worth up to $1.5 million with incentives, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The Vikings originally acquired Jones last August, when they traded a seventh-round draft pick to the New […]

After Xavier Rhodes had a down year last year for the Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer has made it clear he wants the former Pro Bowler to earn his contract. Speaking at the NFL owners meetings, Zimmer said that Rhodes needs to play better this season, and he is going to make sure that happens. “I […]

Most coaches see the offseason as a time for them to get their quarterbacks up to speed before the start of the new season. However, that does not seem to be the case for Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and quarterback Kirk Cousins. Cousins is entering his second year as the Vikings starter. According […]

Even though Jaylon Ferguson wasn’t able to attend the NFL Combine to show off his skills, there were still five teams who sent their defensive line coaches to attend his Pro Day at Louisiana Tech. According to Gil Brandt, he opened a lot of eyes with his showing: DL coaches from the Eagles, Cowboys, Dolphins, […]

The Minnesota Vikings have had kicking issues the past couple of seasons. Head coach, Mike Zimmer has expressed a desire to hire a kicking coach—Dan Bailey approved of the idea. According to Courtney Cronin of ESPN, Zimmer stated he was interested in hiring a kicking coach. Bailey was part of a conference call with Cronin […]

The 2019 NFL Draft will be here before we know it with fans putting on their teams’ respective jerseys, hoping that they select the right players. Many teams have different needs heading into the draft, with the Minnesota Vikings needing to address multiple positions. The 2018 season didn’t go as expected after the Vikings had […]

There may be plenty of speculation regarding Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins’ legitimacy as a starter moving forward. However, quarterback Kyle Sloter feels he is poised to become the backup in Minnesota. Sloter has been buried on the depth chart to start his career. According to Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press, he […]

The Minnesota Vikings have signed offensive lineman Josh Kline to a three-year contract worth $15.75 million, according to Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com. Kline spent the 2018 campaign with the Tennessee Titans, starting all 16 games at right guard. The 29-year-old, who played his collegiate football at Kent State University, went undrafted but signed with the […]

Rumors coming out of the Minnesota Vikings camp have surfaced that the team is taking a good look at recruiting Los Angeles Rams quarterback Sean Mannion. NFL Network’s Mike Garofolo first got wind of the news on Tuesday, with Minnesota stating that the current backup QB for Jared Goff in Los Angeles is “in the […]

Former Minnesota Vikings interior offensive lineman Nick Easton is now a member of the New Orleans Saints. While departing Minnesota in favor of New Orleans, it is no secret that Easton will have some big shoes to fill upon eventually touching down in the bayou and tossing on a Saints uniform. Of course, it is […]

The Minnesota Vikings are trying to keep backup quarterback Trevor Siemian, according to Chris Tomasson of The St. Paul Pioneer Press. Siemian spent the 2018 campaign as Kirk Cousins’ backup, but did not throw a single pass. The 27-year-old, who played his collegiate football at Northwestern University, was originally selected by the Denver Broncos in […]