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Vikings
November 30, 2022
Injured Vikings defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson watched Thursday’s game against the Patriots from the sidelines.

Tomlinson nearing a welcome return to the Vikings defense

Defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson, who has missed the past four games, practiced fully on Wednesday for the first time since sustaining a calf injury.
Vikings
November 30, 2022
Podcast: On Vikings' chase for NFC's top seed and Jefferson's case for MVP

Podcast: On Vikings' chase for NFC's top seed and Jefferson's case for MVP

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game against the Jets and its importance in the Vikings' pursuit of the NFC's top seed.
Sports
November 29, 2022
It’s been a stunning year in the NFC North.

Bigger surprise: Vikings or Packers? + KAT's injury, Rossi's demotion

Michael Rand is joined by Vikings writer Andrew Krammer on Tuesday's Daily Delivery podcast.
Vikings
November 29, 2022
Defensive end Nick Bosa talked to reporters after the 49ers beat the Saints on Sunday.

Joint practices gave Vikings an early look at 49ers' potential

Mark Craig's On the NFL: San Francisco has won four in a row and hasn't allowed a point in six quarters, a second-half point in four games and just blanked the Saints 13-0.
Sports
November 29, 2022
Quarterback Jaran Roste leads Bethel on the field, and stays quite busy off of it.

A big delay, then a big win; former Gophers QB leads another winner

Football Across Minnesota: Bethel's surprising playoff victory came 30 hours after landing in Oregon. Bryan Cupito has found a new football love in Minneapolis: the Phelps Falcons. More on P.J. Fleck's "you all" comment, Justin Jefferson's greatness and more.
Vikings
November 29, 2022
Mike White’s two-point conversion Sunday was a highlight of the Jets’ victory over the Bears.

NFL Week 13: Jalen Hurts is up and so is ... Mike White?

The Eagles and Jets quarterbacks are on a roll after strong performances Sunday.
Vikings
November 29, 2022
Danielle Hunter of the Vikings sacked Patriots quarterback Mac Jones during Thursday’s game at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Should the seldom-blitzing Vikings defense turn up the heat?

There are many things the Vikings' 31st-ranked defense needs to do better, including more consistent pressure.
Vikings
November 28, 2022
Andrew Booth Jr. of the Vikings held on to the right leg of Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott when the teams met two weeks ago.

Vikings cornerback Booth undergoes knee surgery

The rookie second-round pick suffered a meniscus injury against the Cowboys and underwent a procedure Monday.
Vikings
November 28, 2022
Dalvin Tomlinson of the Vikings celebrated a fumble recovery in the season opener against the Packers.

Vikings focused on Jets, can clinch share of NFC North title Sunday

The team got back to practice Monday with some good news, Dalvin Tomlinson could return to action against the Jets at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Vikings
November 28, 2022
Vikings fans doing the Skol chant as U.S. Bank Stadium.

Fans: Tell us about your favorite Vikings games

We want to hear from you about your favorite Vikings games, the moments and performances you'll never forget. Your response may be used in a future story.
Randball
November 28, 2022
Za'Darius Smith (55) celebrates after a fourth down stop in the second quarter Sunday, September 11, 2022, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn.

Season-to-date for Vikings, Packers is an all-time shocker

The Vikings have a six game lead in the loss column over the Packers. Not even the most optimistic fan of the purple could have predicted what has transpired.
Sports
November 28, 2022
Minnesota quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis (8) celebrates with the Paul Bunyan's Axe trophy Saturday.

Patrick Reusse on P.J. Fleck's sensitivity + Vikings, Wolves and Gophers volleyball

On Monday's Daily Delivery podcast, Reusse and host Michael Rand discussed the big Gophers win over Wisconsin and Fleck's choice of words after the game.
Vikings
November 26, 2022
Justin Jefferson could win NFL MVP.

Souhan: Jefferson is a leading NFL MVP candidate, and for good reason

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson is a star. Only one name shines brighter at this point this season.
Vikings
November 26, 2022
Picking Aaron Rodgers to beat the Eagles doesn’t make sense, but ...

Mark Craig's Week 12 NFL picks against the spread

Too much turkey? Our NFL insider is picking the Packers over the Eagles.
Vikings
November 26, 2022
Adam Thielen celebrated his fourth quarter touchdown for the Vikings on Thursday.

Thielen is still so dangerous, as Belichick knows well

Yet another reminder came Thursday night: Adam Thielen is one of the best second options through the air in the NFL.
Vikings
November 25, 2022
Kirk Cousins and the Vikings improved to 9-2 with a victory on Thursday night against the Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium.

With encouragement from O'Connell and teammates, Cousins a prime-time hit

The night game with a national audience has become the kind of stage on which teams expect highly-paid quarterbacks to shine. That hasn't been the case for Kirk Cousins.
Vikings
November 25, 2022
Kene Nwangwu returned a kickoff 97 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter.

Vikings-Patriots recap: Game balls, numbers to know, what's next

A look at some numbers and some of the highlights from Thursday night, as well as a look ahead at the Vikings' next opponent.
Vikings
November 25, 2022
Podcast: Vikings topple Patriots in surprising Thanksgiving shootout

Podcast: Vikings topple Patriots in surprising Thanksgiving shootout

Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer recap what they saw and heard at U.S. Bank Stadium after the Vikings' 33-26 win over the Patriots on Thursday night.
Vikings
November 25, 2022
Adam Thielen (19) of the Minnesota Vikings catches a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Vikings' wild, weird win over Patriots moves them close to NFC North title

The Vikings rediscovered their offense Thursday night and the defense came through when needed to take a 33-26 victory over the Patriots in a game of lead changes and big plays.
Vikings
November 25, 2022
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick in the second quarter.

Five extra points: He's the G.O.A.T., but Belichick was off his game

Patriots coach Bill Belichick made some odd decisions that contributed to the Patriots losing to the Vikings and to his former third-string quarterback Kevin O'Connell.