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Minnesota VikingsHarrison Smith was emotional about Vikings bringing back Anthony Barr

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 […]

Minnesota VikingsAnthony Barr says he had to 'follow his heart' back to Vikings

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 […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings coach Mike Zimmer claims 'every team' game plans to face Anthony Barr

Veteran pass rusher Anthony Barr is officially back with the Minnesota Vikings. As a result of inking a new deal with the NFC North franchise, Barr will not only remain in Minnesota but also keep the core of the team’s defense intact going forward. Happy to have Barr back for the foreseeable future, Vikings head […]

Minnesota VikingsAnthony Barr changing his mind and will remain with Minnesota Vikings

Anthony Barr is staying home after all. Less than 24 hours after the free agent outside linebacker agreed to terms with the New York Jets, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported on Tuesday morning that he had a change of heart and has ultimately decided to re-sign with the Minnesota Vikings. Plot twist! LB Anthony Barr […]

New York JetsReport: Jets to sign Anthony Barr

The New York Jets have quickly become one of the most active teams on the open market. After agreeing to sign a pair of wide receivers in Josh Bellamy and Jamison Crowder, the Jets have apparently turned their attention to the defensive side of the football. According to a Monday evening report from Adam Schefter of […]

Detroit LionsReport: Lions favored to sign Anthony Barr

The Detroit Lions are making tons of waves recently by making some surprising cuts. When it comes down to it, they have a plan to retool the defense via free agency, and they need to clear up some cap space. One of the names that is heavily linked to the Lions is linebacker Anthony Barr. […]

New York JetsNew York Jets interested in linebacker Anthony Barr

The New York Jets are expected to pursue Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr once NFL free agency begins. A player on the #Jets radar: LB Anthony Barr. They’re very — very — high on him. Wouldn’t be surprised if they offer him the most money when market opens. They’ll be in it for him until […]

Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings likely to let Anthony Barr walk in free agency

As the franchise tag deadline for the NFL creeps closer and closer, it appears that the Minnesota Vikings are prepared to let Anthony Davis walk in free agency, according to Anthony Broome of 247 Sports. The tag deadline is Tuesday afternoon and if the Vikings decide to place the franchise tag on him, it would […]

Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings tried to trade linebacker Anthony Barr last year

During the 2018 season, fans were treated to a semi-busy trade deadline for the NFL. We saw the likes of Demaryius Thomas, Golden Tate, Dante Fowler, Amari Cooper, and Damon Harrison get traded, but one move that didn’t happen was the Minnesota Vikings dealing linebacker Anthony Barr. We also heard reports of other players being […]

Minnesota VikingsWhy Anthony Barr should stay with the Minnesota Vikings in NFL free agency

Last season, the Minnesota Vikings failed to meet expectations. They finished the year 8-7-1, sitting second in the NFC North Division. Their defense really underperformed from the previous year. They sat first in the league in defensive points allowed, one of the best defenses in the entire league. The Vikings’ defense lost its firepower from […]

Los Angeles RamsEp. 2019:21 — Digging deeper into the L.A. Rams' free agency options

Derek Ciapala and Michael Stewart dig into the Los Angeles Rams’ free agent options. They begin by outlining what they believe we can assume about the team’s free agent plan this offseason. Then Derek and Mike look at whether it’s possible for Lamarcus Joyner to return next season based on his current market value and […]

Minnesota VikingsReport: Vikings unlikely to use franchise tag on Anthony Barr

Could the Minnesota Vikings be moving on from linebacker Anthony Barr? ESPN’s Courtney Cronin seems to think so, as Cronin predicts that the Vikings will not place a franchise tag on Barr, which would make him a free agent next month. Barr is coming off of a 2018 campaign in which he registered 55 tackles, […]

Green Bay PackersGreen Bay Packers are a perfect fit for Anthony Barr in free agency

With Anthony Barr entering free agency for the first time in his NFL career, now is as good of a time as any for him to consider a move to the Green Bay Packers. The Packers certainly have a bit of a history with Barr. Fans will recall that the so-called “Anthony Barr rule” was […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr noncommittal on returning to Minnesota

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr said that while he loved his time in Minnesota, he feels that the time may be right to finally move on. While coming just a little short of saying that he welcomes his upcoming free agency, Barr spoke to TMZ Sports about his thoughts and plans for the upcoming season. […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr open to possibilities in free agency

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr understands that there is a good chance he could hit free agency this March, and right now, he doesn’t really have a plan of action as to how he will handle it: “I’m not sure there really is a plan,” Barr said during Pro Bowl practice, according to Courtney Cronin […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr says Saints should take the loss and move on

Despite an entire season’s worth of hype, the high-powered New Orleans Saints won’t be participating in Super Bowl LIII after all. Thanks to some late game-heroics from Los Angeles Rams placekicker Greg Zuerlein, and of course some much-needed help from the referees, the Saints were sent packing over the weekend with only next season to […]

Seattle SeahawksBleacher Report suggests Seattle Seahawks should pursue Anthony Barr in free agency

The Seattle Seahawks have made a significant push forward this season having secured a Wild Card playoff spot behind a revamped defense. However, the team has experienced much change and injuries in their front seven throughout the season. With that in mind, Maurice Moton of Bleacher Report speculated that the Seahawks should pursue Pro Bowl […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr set to return vs. Aaron Rodgers, Packers

Linebacker Anthony Barr and the Minnesota Vikings are set for a showdown on Sunday Night Football this week against the Green Bay Packers. If they can knock Green Bay off, they would effectively end their arch-rival’s season. Green Bay is only 4-5-1 and a loss would likely end any chance of making the playoffs they […]

Green Bay PackersVikings LB Anthony Barr on facing Aaron Rodgers again: 'It's another football game'

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ status for Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings is still in some doubt despite his declaration that he will play. If he does, though, it’ll mark the first time he faces Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr since the hit that prematurely ended the Packers superstar’s 2017 season. However, Barr has downplayed […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr not focused on contract extension ahead of season opener

The Minnesota Vikings were quite busy over the offseason working out many new contract extensions for several of their core pieces to the roster to keep a steady roster for the long haul. However, this has yet to see Pro Bowl outside linebacker Anthony Barr work out another contract as he’s currently in the fifth-year […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr 'absolutely' wants to remain with Minnesota

The Minnesota Vikings and Anthony Barr haven’t agreed on an extension yet, and it’s not clear if the two sides are even close but there is one thing that is clear, he wants to stay in Minnesota. “Absolutely,” Barr said Tuesday when asked if he wanted to stay with the Vikings via The Pioneer Press. […]

Minnesota VikingsMike Zimmer makes it clear Vikings LB Anthony Barr won't be traded

The Minnesota Vikings spent much of the offseason solidifying the roster on both sides of the ball by adding more proven talent while locking in key players to long-term lucrative deals. However, this has notably left Pro Bowl outside linebacker Anthony Barr out of the mix, as he’s still currently in the fifth-year option of his […]

Green Bay PackersAnthony Barr's hit on Packers QB Aaron Rodgers would be a penalty in 2018

Last year, Anthony Barr crushing hit on Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers came with some controversy if it was clean or illegal. The NFL came out after the hit and said it was legal and Barr wasn’t fined for his role in breaking Rodgers’ collarbone. According to NFL referee Pete Morelli, with the new rule […]

Green Bay PackersPackers QB Aaron Rodgers says it's time to move on from Anthony Barr hit

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr became public enemy No. 1 in Green Bay after his hit on Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers last season. As if the season-ending broken collarbone Rodgers sustained on the hit wasn’t enough, Rodgers claimed Barr also added some insults to injury after the fact. But after a couple months have passed, Rodgers […]

NFLVikings GM says team wants to keep Stefon Diggs and Anthony Barr

The Minnesota Vikings crossed off an important item on their offseason to-do list as they locked up defensive end Danielle Hunter to a long-term extension. But they still have to take care of two more important players in linebacker Anthony Barr and wide receiver Stefon Diggs. Vikings GM Rick Spielman was asked about how the […]

Seattle SeahawksVikings' Anthony Barr believes Russell Wilson should've won MVP last year

The 2018 season saw New England Patriots star quarterback Tom Brady continue to prove that he’s an ageless wonder behind another impressive campaign that earned him the MVP award over Los Angeles Rams Pro Bowl running back Todd Gurley. However, Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl linebacker Anthony Barr voiced in an interview with Nick Shook of NFL.com […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr says contract discussions are 'on the organization' to get done

Linebacker Anthony Barr and the Minnesota Vikings have talked about a contract extension but so far they haven’t been able to reach a number. Barr has voiced wanting to get an extension done, and he told Nick Shook of NFL Media that the next move is on the Vikings, and he has done everything in […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings LB Anthony Barr returns after missing first week of OTAs

After missing the start of organized team activities last week, Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr returned to practice with his teammates during Tuesday’s session, per the Star Tribune’s Ben Goessling. Barr was seen in a video of the practice the Vikings sent via their official Twitter account. Back to business.#MinnesOTAs pic.twitter.com/U8VHMTbJdH — Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) […]

NFLVikings LB Anthony Barr staying away from OTAs, eyeing possible extension

In the last few seasons, the Minnesota Vikings have put together one of the league’s most stout defensive units. It’s led to much success that’s included an NFC Championship Game appearance a year ago. A significant part of that puzzle on that side of the ball has been star outside linebacker Anthony Barr, who is […]

Minnesota VikingsVikings hope to extend contracts of Stefon Diggs, Anthony Barr, and Danielle Hunter

The Minnesota Vikings are coming off one of their most successful seasons in recent memory. The team led by a stout defense and a resurgent veteran quarterback was able to defy the odds and reach the NFC Championship Game. Unfortunately, the team fell short to the eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, but the future is […]

Minnesota VikingsContract extension on Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr's mind

In the brief time since the Minnesota Vikings fell a win short of reaching the Super Bowl, the franchise’s attention has shifted toward the major roster decisions that must be made this offseason. One of those is locking up Pro Bowl outside linebacker Anthony Barr to a new, long-term deal. According to Chris Tomasson of the […]

NFLVikings LB Anthony Barr not concerned with angry fans

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr has become public enemy No. 1 in Green Bay after his hit on Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers back in Week 6’s 23-10 win. Barr suffered a concussion following that collision with Rodgers, but the latter also landed on the injured reserve list, missing eight weeks of action, because […]

Green Bay PackersVikings LB Anthony Barr responds to bold allegations from Aaron Rodgers

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers recently claimed Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr did him dirty. According to the now injured gunslinger, Anthony Barr taunted him as he was on the ground after a hit some humans consider dirty. Barr has now responded, and he’s apparently no fan of Aaron Rodgers. Via his Twitter  with […]

NFLAaron Rodgers claims Anthony Barr gave him the finger, “suck it” sign

Here is to hoping you like some pro wrestling mixed with your National Football League excitement. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers claims Minnesota Vikings defensive talent Anthony Barr gave him the finger and “suck it” sign. In an appearance on the Conan O’Brien show, Aaron Rodgers told the host about the insertion of 13 screws to […]

Minnesota VikingsAnthony Barr says he's 'not a dirty player' for hit on Aaron Rodgers

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr has gotten a lot of heat from fans for his hit on Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who broke his collarbone last Sunday courtesy Barr’s arguably late tackle and will likely miss the remainder of the regular season. Speaking to the press on Friday (via ESPN’s Courney Cronin), Barr […]

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