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Next coach up: Stefanski asked to salvage Vikings' season
Kevin Stefanski becomes the team's fourth offensive coordinator in three seasons. The 36-year-old has led quarterbacks for the past two seasons.
Blocked field goal leaves Vikings crying foul
Seattle's Bobby Wagner hurdled the line by putting his hands on teammates.The referee explained why a penalty wasn't called.
Diggs, Thielen again left out of major action
Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen combined for only nine catches Monday night against Seattle.
Elite Seattle defense gone; Vikings face challenge to stay together
Erosion happens. Stars get older. Young overachievers leave, trying to maximize paychecks in free agency. Injuries ruin plans. Can the Vikings navigate those traps?
Hammer time: Vikings fans stuffing Pro Bowl ballot box for fullback Ham
The young fullback plays a behind-the-scenes role, but gets appreciation from teammates.
Despite struggles, Vikings still control their playoff fate
To maintain control, the Vikings need to do something they haven't done this season.
Vikings again underuse run game, at least in Zimmer's eyes
Mike Zimmer has the same idea for how the Vikings offense can improve after putting up 10 points Sunday.
Tracking Cousins: He dinked, dunked and has been much better
We will track quarterback Kirk Cousins all year long in his inaugural season as the Vikings' signal caller.
Waynes suffered concussion that forced him out vs. Patriots
The Vikings secondary suffered a key loss, and Xavier Rhodes was already hampered.
Vikings might be shorthanded at cornerback against Patriots
Two of the Vikings' three primary cornerbacks are listed as questionable to play Sunday in New England, leaving the secondary possibly shorthanded against Patriots quarterback
Strength on strength: Patriots run game a good test for Vikings
The Vikings rank third in the NFL by allowing just 3.7 yards per carry, and on Sunday face a New England team that is coming off a 215-yard rushing game against the Jets.
Vikings safety Sendejo out for rest of season with groin injury
Safety Andrew Sendejo's season came to an official end Tuesday when the Vikings put the veteran safety on injured reserve.
Zimmer: Rhodes' injury isn't serious despite what 'TV doctors' said
Coach Mike Zimmer referred to speculation that spread online from former a NFL team doctor, who watched Rhodes limp off the field and opined on Twitter
Vikings use of Cook vs. Packers revitalizes screen passes
Better screen plays has been a focus of Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer since the approach fell flat in the first 10 games of the season.
Vikings safety Harris uses instincts to be a ballhawk
Starting because of an injury to Andrew Sendejo, Anthony Harris had two interceptions against the Bears.
Vikings' Barr says he will play this week against the Packers
Barr has missing the past three games because of a lingering hamstring injury.
Could less be more with Vikings offense?
On Monday, coach Mike Zimmer wondered aloud if the offensive playbook has "a little bit too much volume" under first-year coordinator John DeFilippo.
Bears' rushing success puts Vikings in bad situations
After the Bears put up 148 yards on the ground Sunday night, the Vikings are 0-4 this season when allowing more than 100 rushing yards.
Season of giving: Vikings didn't have answer for Bears defense
Sunday against the Bears was the third straight game in which the Vikings offense has committed at least two turnovers.
Vikings could have offensive line intact against Bears
Tom Compton and Mike Remmers are possibilities to return to the unit for Sunday night's game.
Talk the talk, block the block: Vikings' rookie O'Neill holds his own
Vikings rookie tackle Brian O'Neill is willing to mix it up, physically and verbally, on the field. "He talks more stuff than any human being I know," his high school coach said.
Lawsuit details surgery that ended ex-Viking Floyd's career
Floyd arrived at the Andrews Institute in Pensacola, Fla., in September 2016 surprised he'd been scheduled for surgery on his right knee.
'Excited' Abdullah looking for a fresh start with the Vikings
The Vikings claimed former Detroit running back Ameer Abdullah off waivers Nov. 8, and he comes to the Vikings hoping to reboot his career.
Spielman: Everson Griffen in 'good spot now'
Vikings' veteran defensive end Everson Griffen is back in the lineup after a five-week absence to address a mental health issue.
Former Vikings defensive tackle Sharrif Floyd to file $180 million lawsuit
Sharrif Floyd's suit alleges he suffered permanent nerve and muscle damage as a result of arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in 2016 in an operation performed by renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews.
Adjustments help Vikings climb in defensive rankings
Many of those changes, coach Mike Zimmer said, were made through a five-game stretch (4-1) in which the defense has allowed 16 points per game.
Filling in for Diggs, Chad Beebe makes impression in NFL debut
Beebe, the undrafted rookie out of Northern Illinois, had been standing out to the Vikings defense long before he made his NFL debut Sunday.
Bring on the bye: Injured Vikings need recuperating time
The Vikings’ upcoming Week 10 bye is welcomed after four starters were held out of Sunday’s 24-9 victory against the Lions. Two more contributors —…
Vikings secondary knows the fear of being benched
The defensive backs know a mental error might put them on the sidelines next to Mike Zimmer.
Despite improved health, running back Cook wary of more setbacks
Dalvin Cook said his hamstring is "feeling great," but that he's wary of setbacks like what appeared to happen in the Sept. 27 loss in Los Angeles
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Griffen feels the love in his return to the field
"It does feel good, to see that people care," Everson Griffen said about his return from a five-game absence for mental-health treatment. "I really appreciate that."
Should NFL teams go for two-point conversions more often?
Given the new rules that seem to favor offenses and the not-so-sure-thing of a 33-yard extra point, should teams be going for two even more regardless of the score?
Hamstring injury will end Barr's streak at 44 games played
Anthony Barr, who had started 44 consecutive games, has been ruled out of Sunday's game vs. the Saints because of a hamstring injury
'What if?' Vikings think back on their time with Teddy Bridgewater
Vikings running back Dalvin Cook wonders about their dream they shared, the one where two Miami-born kids take the NFL by storm together.
Zimmer: Saints will have 'chip on their shoulder'
The teams meet Sunday night after last year's dramatic "Minneapolis Miracle" playoff victory by the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Vikings defense confuses rookie Darnold into interceptions
Pressure and mixed coverages on Sunday by the Vikings confused Jets rookie Sam Darnold into interceptions by Harrison Smith, Holton Hill and Trae Waynes
Another blast of injuries hits three Vikings in Sunday's win
Vikings' guard Tom Compton, linebacker Anthony Barr and cornerback Xavier Rhodes were injured Sunday at the Jets and did not return.
Film study pays off as Harris nabs first interception
The Cardinals were stopped on all 10 of their third down tries on Sunday, and Anthony Harris' pick was one of the big plays.
Hughes to have MRI today as Vikings fear he's done for season
Mike Hughes, the Vikings' first-round pick, went down in the fourth quarter on a play when he was covering Larry Fitzgerald Jr.
What rushing problem? Murray piles up the yards in victory
With Dalvin Cook ruled out after a pregame workout, Latavius Murray had the team's best rushing day since the Adrian Peterson era.
Vikings safety George Iloka likely to start against Arizona on Sunday
The veteran has played only seven snaps on defense since joining the team in August.
Larry Fitzgerald Jr. still calls on life lessons learned from Vikings
While spending 15 years in Arizona and becoming one of the NFL's top wide receivers, Larry Fitzgerald Jr. knows how much he gained by being around the Vikings while growing up.
Vikings' quarterback Kirk Cousins a hit despite getting hit
The Vikings offense has a lot going for it. Quarterback Kirk Cousins is playing arguably the best football of his career. Receivers Adam Thielen and…
Guarding the investment: Vikings line wants to protect Cousins better
Kirk Cousins was hit on 10 of his 37 passes in Philadelphia, including some game-defining completions that led to the victory. The offensive line wants to do better by its quarterback.
'Why we brought him here': Bailey atones for misses with big kick late
Vikings kicker Dan Bailey said his confidence was not shaken after missing attempts from 28 yards and 45 yards in the first half before he was asked to seal the game late.
Glue guy: Everything ends up in Thielen's hands in win over Eagles
Before he sealed the result with an onside kick recovery, Adam Thielen made became the first receiver in the Super Bowl-era with at least 100 receiving yards in five consecutive games to open a season.
Vikings DB Rhodes set to 'man up' covering Eagles' Jeffery
"We been going at each other for a while now," Vikings defensive back Xavier Rhodes said of his Sunday tilt with Philadelphia's Alshon Jeffery.
Cook still battling hamstring injury suffered vs. Packers
The injury limited Cook during last week's loss in Los Angeles, where he had 10 carries for 20 yards for the Vikings' lackluster rushing attack.
'Got to be concerned': Rams make Barr their victim
Two of Jared Goff's four first-half TDs were thrown over Anthony Barr's helmet in apparent mismatches created by the scheme of Rams coach Sean McVay
Vikings' Griffen vows to return as 'improved player and person'
Vikings veteran defensive end Everson Griffen was involved in police action on Saturday and was in treatment for mental health issues.
Short-week challenge: Straggling, struggling Vikings vs. high-flying Rams
The Vikings on Thursday head into the monstrous Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum to face the Rams coming off one of the worst, and most unexpected, losses in franchise history.
Elflein regains starting job as Vikings center
Elflein has not started since he broke his ankle during January's NFC Championship Game loss at Philadelphia.
'Good chance' Vikings' Cook will play against Rams
Running back Dalvin Cook said his hamstring "feels great at this point" after he was held out of practice last week and missed Sunday's loss to the Bills.
'You like that?' Cousins mocked by Bills cornerback after loss
Not many things went Kirk Cousins' way in the loss to the Bills, and one of the Bills rubbed it in during the moments after Sunday's loss to Buffalo.
Vikings vs. Bills: As upsets go, this one was a whopper
The previous four upsets of 16 ½-point favorites all came by one score, so the Vikings' 21-point loss is by far the biggest drubbing of a heavy favorite since 1978.
Elflein won't start vs. Bills but Vikings 'have a role for him'
Pat Elflein, after offseason shoulder and ankle surgeries, hasn't seen live action since last season.
While kickers, punters come and go, Vikings' long snapper remains a fixture
In his fourth season with the Vikings, Kevin McDermott has worked with five different kickers and four punters -- and is known for his constant enthusiasm.
Cousins doesn't have to boast because teammates do it for him
Kirk Cousins eclipsed 400 passing yards against the Packers and threw four touchdowns, the first to accomplish that double feat since 2004.
Vikings began revamping roster within hours after tie vs. Packers
First came the emotions. Then came the phone calls. A Vikings roster that began the season as the NFC's youngest soon had three veteran reinforcements
Tom Johnson returns to Vikings after being cut by Seahawks
Defensive line depth would appear to be the least of the Vikings' concerns, but they're taking advantage of the opportunity to bring back a veteran who started 15 games for them in 2017.
Vikings reach into Cousins' past, sign receiver Aldrick Robinson
The 29-year-old speedster, who played in Washington with Kirk Cousins, joins a Vikings receiving corps shaken by Laquon Treadwell's costly drops.
Treadwell 'owning up to' dropped ball that led to Packers interception
Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins continued to go to Laquon Treadwell, even after he dropped a critical pass against the Packers.
Cook, Hill injuries not considered serious after both exited Sunday's game
Right tackle Rashod Hill and running back Dalvin Cook both missed time in the second half vs. the Packers but escaped serious injury.
Treadwell is building chemistry with Cousins, too
Kirk Cousins communicates with his receivers in ways that allow him to see things through his eyes.
Iloka adjusting to a limited role on Vikings roster
George Iloka didn't play a single defensive snap for the Vikings, but as one of the team's newest acquisitions, he's not discouraged.
Rhodes knows Rodgers can end Vikings' run of success vs. Green Bay
Star cornerback Xavier Rhodes has experienced both highs and lows against the Packers and star quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Vikings' Smith shows up when you're watching — and when you're not
Sometimes, Vikings safety Harrison Smith said, his best games happen when you don't notice him at all.
Fumble aside, Cook's comeback made complete in effort vs. 49ers
Dalvin Cook made his comeback vs. the 49ers with his uncle, a football player at Florida International now hospitalized, on his mind.
Vikings' Richardson ready to bolster an already-strong defensive line
The biggest improvement on the Vikings' defense could be provided by tackle Sheldon Richardson.
Opportunity knocking: Hughes may jump right in as slot corner
Ready or not, Vikings rookie cornerback Mike Hughes' NFL debut is sizing up to be an active one Sunday against the 49ers.
Big-time dream: Small-town Minnesota friends reunite as Vikings receiver, scout
The Zylstra and Essler families have long been intertwined through their children and sports at New London-Spicer High School. Now, the achievements of receiver Brandon Zylstra and scout Jake Essler have brought their community even closer.
Will Robison continue to play? Griffen thinks so
Everson Griffen is betting on 35-year-old Brian Robison returning to the NFL on another team to continue his 12th NFL season — which Robison had said would be his last.
Vikings change punters, sign journeyman Wile
Matt Wile, 26, was waived by Pittsburgh and joins his sixth NFL team in the Vikings since he went undrafted out of Michigan in 2015. Punter Ryan Quigley was released on Sunday to make room for Wile.
Pressure builds for a Diggs, Thielen repeat as NFL's best deep-threat tandem
Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs stand out, but the Vikings' line play will matter this season, too, in how far the duo threat can go.
Vikings' Brian Robison gets released after 11 seasons with team
Run of 11 seasons was one of longest in team history.
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