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Boone hopes to stand out in a deep Vikings backfield
Backfield depth is a welcome sight for a Vikings offense desperately trying to re-establish its rushing attack, and exceptional special-teams work might be Mike Boone's path to playing.
Vikings let Vedvik do a bit of everything in kicking game
Kaare Vedvik, acquired last week via trade with the Ravens, handled kickoffs, booted away three punts and made one extra point.
Vikings' Stephen Weatherly, Hercules Mata'afa look to create interior pass rush
The defensive tackles need to demonstrate that they can apply pressure against mobile QBs.
Vikings day at camp: Buxton pays Diggs a visit
Byron Buxton was among the visitors to camp; it was a rough day for Dan Bailey.
Focus on running game means more Ham for Vikings
Starting fullback C.J. Ham didn't see much playing time last season, but he's thrilled that fullbacks will be getting more work in the Vikings' revamped offense.
Vikings hire baseball executive as new chief operating officer
Kevin Warren is leaving the team to become commissioner of the Big Ten, and his spot will be taken by former Toronto Blue Jays vice president Andrew Miller.
Special teams shake-up: Vikings trade for Ravens kicker Vedvik
Kaare Vedvik, a second-year pro from Norway, could end up handling both the kicking and punting duties for the Vikings, whose special teams remain in flux.
Vikings tackles Stephen, Joseph create a 638-pound barrier
They may not be the "Williams Wall," the tackles that anchored the Vikings defense a decade ago, but Shamar Stephen and Linval Joseph are expected to provide a formidable presence in 2019.
Tackle O'Neill injures arm, won't be out 'too long,' Zimmer says
For the fourth consecutive August, the Vikings' starting five offensive linemen likely won't be together for the preseason opener.
Vikings rookie tight end's versatility meets NFL's steep learning curve
Irv Smith Jr., the strong and speedy son of a former Saints tight end, has lofty goals — including surpassing his father's NFL statistics.
Ex-Viking Loadholt ramps up post-playing career
Phil Loadholt is taking a break from his day job helping coach the University of Central Florida's offensive line
Bouncer among bullies: O'Neill looks to beef up Vikings offensive line
Second-year tackle Brian O'Neill is putting on weight and muscle after an up-and-down rookie season. His goal: Pushing the Vikings and their beleaguered offensive line to more wins.
Vikings looking for business-oriented replacement for Warren
Kevin Warren, 55, will become the first black commissioner of a Power Five conference in September when he takes over for longtime Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany.
Experience gives Mannion edge in back-up quarterback battle
Complexity of the quarterback's job is why veteran Sean Mannion is the frontrunner for the No. 2 spot behind Kirk Cousins.
Cousins, Stefanski working together to rebuild Vikings offense
Having been around each other for a year, quarterback Kirk Cousins and offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski speak a similar football language.
Vikings rookie center Bradbury gathers tips at linemen summit
Garrett Bradbury was one of 40-plus NFL offensive linemen who gathered to watch film, share notes and talk shop at a Texas training facility outside the Dallas Cowboys' headquarters.
Will offensive line be better? That's still biggest question with Vikings
A North Score Sunday debate: The most pressing question facing Vikings in training camp is ...
Son of former Bills receiver makes own mark during minicamp
Offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski says second-year receiver Chad Beebe has been "making a name for himself" in spring practices.
Cousins knows he's been a .500 QB, that he'll be judged by winning
The Vikings are looking for ways to move Kirk Cousins, in the second season of his three-year, $84 million deal, to "the next level," which means leading the team to multiple playoff victories.
Zimmer expects Weatherly to play 'much larger role' on defense
Defensive end Stephen Weatherly proved himself to Vikings coaches last season, which is expected to lead to more playing time in 2019.
Vikings cornerback Hughes to remain sidelined until July
More than seven months removed from ACL surgery, Mike Hughes hasn't practiced with the Vikings and won't until at least training camp in late July, according to coach Mike Zimmer.
Which Vikings player has the most on the line in the new season?
North Score: This is a "prove-it" year for the Vikings — one that could either reinforce the direction in which they are heading or lead to sweeping changes.
Upgrading Vikings kicking game challenge for new coach Kaeding
Former NFL kicker Nate Kaeding sold the Vikings on his commitment to work specifically with Dan Bailey and a field-goal operation that ranked last in the NFL in 2018.
Diggs skips OTAs; Rookie Bradbury plays center, Elflein moves to guard
Pat Elflein, entering his third NFL season, is making the transition back to guard after 30 games as the Vikings center.
Robison runs the gamut as he retires from Vikings
The defensive end, who spent all of his 11 NFL seasons with the team, shared laughs and tears with former teammates and coaches Wednesday.
Vikings sign top draft pick Bradbury after contract tweak for Kendricks
Still lingering is the uncertain status of tight end Kyle Rudolph, who said this week he'd like a resolution "sooner rather than later" to his contract situation.
Rudolph wants contract situation settled 'sooner rather than later'
Kyle Rudolph reiterated his desire to stay with the Vikings and coach Mike Zimmer said he'd like the tight end to stay "but sometimes business gets in the way."
Vikings draft pick Udoh is a mobile mountain on the offensive line
Oli Udoh's commitment to football helped him overcome the odds of making it to the NFL — and so did his size.
Vikings went the extra step to sign quarterback Browning
Jake Browning sounds awfully happy for a guy who set national high school and major college passing records only to be criticized for a…
Tunnels of light: Rookies hope to find path to Vikings at minicamp
Look beyond a freshly spackled offensive line, new tight end and running back, and you can see some more openings to compete for Week 1 roles.
Diggs' brother, Pac-12 quarterback among Vikings undrafted free agents
The Vikings reunited two sets of brothers while signing a crop of undrafted free agents over the weekend. They also invited two state university players to the upcoming rookie minicamp.
'Perfect fit': Vikings take Alabama tight end Smith in second round
The Vikings traded the 81st overall pick to Detroit for the 88th pick and a sixth-rounder. They then picked up the Crimson Tide's single season record-holder for tight ends with seven touchdowns in 2018.
Lots of options for Vikings on second day of draft
The Vikings' top need — offensive line — was addressed Thursday night. Now, the team can turn to the rest of the needs, defensive line and tight end, or maybe back to the offensive line.
Former Gophers linebacker Cashman climbs the NFL draft board
Blake Cashman's standout performance at the NFL scouting combine, where he proved to be among the most athletic linebackers in the 2019 class, led scouts and analysts alike to reconsider pre-draft rankings.
Park Center's best ever: Amani Hooker ready for NFL draft call
Ambitious goals were set by the Hooker bothers and their friends in Brooklyn Park. They vowed to grow and out their hometown "on the map."
In final year of contract, Kyle Rudolph says he's entering 'prime of my career'
Veteran tight end Kyle Rudolph reported to the Vikings' offseason program at the TCO Performance Center wearing a sweatshirt that read "Lots of game left."
Griffen focused on becoming 'better man' after taking pay cut to stay
Three-time Pro Bowl player Everson Griffen missed five games last season when two September police incidents led to mental health treatment.
Vikings sign free-agent right guard Kline
Josh Kline, a seven-year veteran, has played for the Patriots and the Titans. He received a three-year deal from the Vikings.
Vikings re-sign Abdullah; Sendejo and Compton headed to new teams
Ameer Abdullah, who turns 26 in June, will provide depth in the backfield and on special teams after signing a new contract on Monday, the team announced.
Zimmer defends Barr's worth: 'A guy that every team we play game-plans for'
When asked about Anthony Barr's role in Minnesota, Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer defended the system and Barr.
Zimmer hints reacquired DT Stephen should slide into starting spot
The 6-5, 309-pound Shamar Stephen, a 2014 seventh-round pick by the Vikings, re-signed with the team on a three-year deal this week after spending last season in Seattle.
Right on time: Vikings, Griffen reach last-minute deal to restructure
The move keeps Everson Griffen with the Vikings in 2019 and frees up salary cap space.
Report: Vikings defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson expected to sign with Browns
Defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson is expected to sign with the Cleveland Browns when NFL free agency officially begins at 3 p.m. Wednesday, according to…
Tight end Rudolph: 'No, I'm not leaving Minnesota'
Kyle Rudolph signed a five-year, $36.5 million extension in July 2014 and, along with his agent, said the Vikings have not approached them about a new deal or modifying his current contract.
Vikings running back Thomas faces felony marijuana charge
A search warrant was carried out Jan. 16 around 2:30 p.m. at Thomas' Mendota Heights apartment, where officers said they found more than 143 grams of marijuana.
On their way out? Vikings don't tag Barr or Richardson
Other teams can legally negotiate with linebacker Anthony Barr and defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson starting Monday.
Heisman winner Murray won't throw at combine
But his height and hand measurements might be enough to satisfy scouts until Oklahoma's pro day later this month.
Can Vikings afford Barr, Richardson and Griffen in 2019?
The Vikings face a few expensive decisions with their star-studded defense in the coming weeks.
Spielman sees Kubiak's system as a good fit for Cousins, Vikings
Offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski will call the shots, but Gary Kubiak's influence shouldn't be understated.
Vikings earn three compensatory draft picks
The NFL handed them out as compensation for losing free agents.
No signs that Barr is close to signing with Vikings
The Vikings could take control of the contract of the four-time Pro Bowl player today by using their franchise tag on Anthony Barr, but it appears to be an unlikely solution.
Gary Kubiak joining Vikings as assistant head coach, offensive advisor
The major makeover of the Vikings offensive coaching staff has started with the addition of Gary Kubiak, the winning coach in Super Bowl 50 with Denver, and his son Klint, who will be quarterbacks coach.
Sparano's death sent Vikings into 'downward spiral'
Tony Sparano, the team's offensive line coach, passed away two days before training camp started.
Latavius Murray 'not content' with backup role with Vikings
The running back is one of 13 players on the non-playoff team who are headed for unrestricted free agency.
Vikings' offensive line might undergo big changes
The Bears defense throttled the Vikings twice this season by dominating at the line of scrimmage.
Treadwell could be nearing end of Vikings career
Laquon Treadwell, who has a career-high 34 catches for 295 yards this season, said he'd like to stay in Minnesota, but the Vikings can save more than $650,000 of salary cap space if he's cut after this season.
Vikings linebacker Wilson a real stalking stuffer
The second-year player has stepped in and performed well when filling in for Eric Kendricks or Anthony Barr.
Treadwell sits out in favor of Vikings rookie Chad Beebe
What's clear is Treadwell, the third-year receiver, is becoming even less involved under interim offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski.
Zimmer up for Chicago challenge: 'Win and in. I'm OK with that.'
A Vikings win against the Bears, whom they've beaten six consecutive years at home, is the surest path to the postseason.
Eric Kendricks' ironman streak for Vikings will end
A hamstring injury will sideline the linebacker after he had made 40 starts in a row.
Stepping up: Play by reserves has kept Vikings defense among best
With two games left in the NFL regular season, one number — 22 — reveals how much his fourth-ranked Vikings defense has overcome.
Unblocked Mackensie Alexander a home run blitzer for Vikings
His sack Sunday gave him four, tying the Vikings single-season record for sacks by a defensive back.
Cook tells reporters: 'Y'all probably could've hit them holes'
Dalvin Cook's 20 touches on Sunday were the most since Week 1, and he made them count to the tune of 163 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
'It was close': Sherels was an ankle tackle away from return TD
Marcus Sherels' 116 punt return yards Sunday against the Dolphins trail only his record of 119 set five years ago. He nearly broke free for a touchdown on one return.
Mackensie Alexander's improvement boosts Vikings pass defense
A little lost in the shuffle of the Vikings offense is how well the pass defense has rebounded from early-season issues that saw four quarterbacks…
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
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