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Minnesota VikingsZimmer: Sam Bradford is Vikings' starting QB until Bridgewater is healthy

After a promising start to their 2016 season, the Minnesota Vikings went into a downward spiral and couldn’t get out before it was too late. They finished with an 8-8 record. Plenty of teams would love to have that many wins, but when you consider they started 5-0 and won the NFC North last year, […]

Baltimore RavensIn or out: Which NFL teams will make the playoffs?

With only four weeks remaining in the 2016 NFL regular season, a number of teams are still fighting for the final playoff spots. At the moment, only the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, Oakland Raiders, and Seattle Seahawks can feel confident as postseason participants (Dallas has already clinched a spot). The rest of the field […]

Minnesota VikingsRef told Sam Bradford he wasn't hit on facemask during 2-point conversion attempt

The end of last night’s Cowboys–Vikings showdown wasn’t short on drama or controversy. Following a Minnesota touchdown with 25 seconds to go, the offense remained on the field for a potential game-tying 2-point conversion. Sam Bradford dropped back, and as the pocket collapsed, he threw a dart into double coverage. The ball sailed out of […]

Minnesota VikingsReport: Adrian Peterson could return in mid-December

The Minnesota Vikings have managed a 6-4 record despite having the worst rushing game in the NFL. They’ve only gained 700 yards on the ground while averaging 2.7 yards per carry, placing them last in the NFL in each category. The injury-riddled offensive line is certainly at fault, but the loss of Adrian Peterson has […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings stick with Blair Walsh after working out multiple kickers

At this point last season, the Minnesota Vikings and their fans were perfectly fine with Blair Walsh. The kicker has a strong leg, and while his accuracy was right in the middle of the pack last year, he usually made kicks in big-time moments. He missed four extra points in 2015 under the new rule […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings fan made Craigslist advertisement asking for offensive line help

After a fast start, the Minnesota Vikings have been reeling the last couple of weeks. The problem? The offensive line is in shambles. In particular, the Vikings have been decimated at the tackle position. Matt Kalil, Andre Smith, and Mike Harris are all on injured reserve, and Alex Boone is dealing with a concussion. The […]

Minnesota VikingsBrad Childress denies Vikings having bounty program in 2008

The New Orleans Saints were famously dinged for running a bounty program back in 2009-10. Head coach Sean Payton was suspended for an entire season, and they lost a pair of draft picks. The primary victim of the Saints’ bounty system was the Minnesota Vikings. In the NFC title game in the January of 2010, […]

Minnesota VikingsDespite history, Sam Bradford attempts to normalize return to Philadelphia

When the Minnesota Vikings traded for Sam Bradford, many fans and members of the media mocked the move, claiming that it was a steal for the Eagles. Philadelphia added a first-round pick in the process, and given second-overall pick Carson Wentz‘ prowess early on, everybody anointed them as the winner of the transaction. But, through […]

Carolina PanthersReport: NFL may move Panthers-Vikings game from Charlotte

Some news broke earlier today that the NFL is at least considering moving Sunday’s game between the Carolina Panthers and Minnesota Vikings. The game is set to kick off at 1 pm, but the NFL is worried that with all of the protests and riots the past few days in Charlotte, game safety may be […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings OC on Sam Bradford: 'Everything you look for in a quarterback'

The Minnesota Vikings were mocked by some after trading a first-round draft pick as well as a fourth rounder for Sam Bradford. The entire story is yet to be written, but the first chapter of Bradford’s career in Minnesota has been positive. After sitting out Week 1 while still learning the offense, Bradford shined in […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings sign Ronnie Hillman to help carry load with Peterson's injury

After some deliberation, the Minnesota Vikings have decided to have Adrian Peterson undergo knee surgery on Thursday. Initially, the Vikings hoped to avoid an operation for the torn meniscus, but it was declared the most reasonable course of action. With Peterson out for “several months,” the Vikings have bolstered their backfield by signing former Broncos […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings' Adrian Peterson to miss at least one game with torn meniscus

As Adrian Peterson hobbled off the field at the Vikings‘ new stadium on Sunday night, Minnesota fans feared the worst. It looked like AD (don’t call him AP) may have suffered another torn ACL. First Teddy Bridgewater, and now Adrian Peterson. Luckily, the Vikings dodged a bullet. Peterson was diagnosed with a torn meniscus, an […]

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