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What's the word in Atlanta on Cousins? Risky!
Atlanta Journal-Constitution sports columnist questions the Falcons' landing Kirk Cousins because of the QB's health and age, and questions that high price tag.
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Chiefs, All-Pro DT Chris Jones finalize 5-year, $158.75M deal with $95M guaranteed
The Kansas City Chiefs finalized a five-year, $158.75 million contract with Chris Jones on Monday, keeping the All-Pro tackle in the middle of their defensive line as they chase a record-setting third consecutive Super Bowl title.
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Kirk Cousins free agency news is all about leverage
Even before the "legal tampering" period opened Monday, there were small pieces of information that arguably benefitted or hurt certain teams -- or even Kirk Cousins himself.
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Mayfield staying with Bucs after agreeing to 3-year deal worth up to $115 million, AP source says
Baker Mayfield is staying with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after agreeing to a three-year contract worth up to $115 million, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Sunday.
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Vikings need cornerback help after rough 2023
Every cornerback from last year's Vikings remains under contract, but that doesn't mean they're going to run it back with the same players.
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Attention, Kmart shoppers! Bridge quarterbacks available in Aisle 3
A bridge to (the quarterback of) the future isn't necessarily a bad Plan B if the Vikings don't want to overpay for Kirk Cousins.
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Will Vikings turn to Cousins or someone else at quarterback?
If Kirk Cousins leaves as a free agent next week, the Vikings would likely scour the free agent market for a short-term starter. Here are some available options.
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Who are the Vikings' free agents and when can they sign?
Kirk Cousins and Danielle Hunter are the biggest names among the Vikings' pending free agents, who can negotiate with other teams starting Monday.
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Some fans at frigid Chiefs playoff game underwent amputations, hospital confirms
Some of the people who attended the near-record cold Kansas City Chiefs playoff game in January had to undergo amputations after suffering frostbite, a Missouri hospital said Friday.
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Vikings agree to terms with tight end Johnny Mundt on new contract
Tight end Johnny Mundt, who was set to become a free agent next week, could play a larger role in the offense with T.J. Hockenson recovering from knee surgery.
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What will Vikings do if Danielle Hunter leaves?
The Vikings head into 2024 with a major need for pass rush help. Three pass rushers are set to become free agents, including Hunter, who had a career-high 16 1/2 sacks last season.
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Will Vikings make big splash to improve running game?
There's a star-studded group of running backs available in NFL free agency, which opens next week. If the Vikings want a new lead back, here are some options.
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Fixing the defensive line. Six free agents Vikings could consider.
The Vikings' interior defensive line left a lot to be desired last season. The first opportunity to fix that comes next week through free agency. Read the first of our position previews.
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Outcome of Cousins decision to determine who feels pressure with Vikings
In one week, we will know whether Kirk Cousins is staying with the Vikings or leaving in free agency. How that plays out will add pressure to either GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah or head coach Kevin O'Connell.
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Star Tribune sports staff earns five Top 10 honors from APSE
The Star Tribune staff, outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson, NFL writer Mark Craig and photographer Jerry Holt were recognized by Associated Press Sports Editors judges for writing and photography in 2023.
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Vikings re-sign tight end Muse ahead of free agency
Tight end Nick Muse, a 2022 seventh-round pick, will return to the Vikings, who are wrapping up some lower-level moves ahead of the opening of NFL free agency next week.
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Seahawks' makeover begins as Jamal Adams, Quandre Diggs and Will Dissly are released
The Seattle Seahawks' remodel under new coach Mike Macdonald started Tuesday as the team released safeties Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs, and tight end Will Dissly in moves that will give the team a boost of salary cap space ahead of the start of the new league year.
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What will Vikings do at quarterback? Two teams to watch for clues.
Kirk Cousins is set to be a free agent next week. If Atlanta goes all in on signing him, would the Vikings pivot to Russell Wilson, who is no longer wanted by Denver?
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Falcons writer: Cousins is Atlanta's top quarterback target
A veteran writer who covers the Falcons came away from the NFL scouting combine convinced that the team will make Kirk Cousins its No. 1 QB option if he reaches free agency.
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What will Vikings do if they don't draft a QB in the first round?
Prevailing wisdom has the Vikings centered on finding a young QB as their top priority. But the team also needs quality and quantity in another area.
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