Breaking down the Vikings 53-man roster as it stands right now
The current version leaves the team thin at positions like running back and defensive end, and there isn't a long snapper on the roster right now.
Podcast: Vikings head into regular season needing a confidence boost
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss a Vikings team that's coming off a winless preseason and a key injury before a meaningful snap was played.
Final cuts due Tuesday: Our latest 53-man Vikings roster projection
There are position at wide reciver, in the secondary and along both the offensive and defensive lines as the Vikings still need to cut 27 players.
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Vikings mailbag: Sizing up a tough stretch? Griffen's re-emergence? Corner options?
In the latest Vikings mailbag, Andrew Krammer answers reader questions about the upcoming schedule and who is the most overrated and underrated player on the roster.
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Building him up: Breaking down Christian Darrisaw's starting debut
A deeper look at Darrisaw's first NFL start revealed an impressive combination of strength and athleticism that has been elusive for this Vikings offensive line.
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Podcast: Vikings keep living on the edge during overtime win in Carolina
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Chip Scoggins recap a rollercoaster afternoon from Bank of America Stadium, where the Vikings needed nearly 600 yards and overtime to dispatch the Panthers.
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Inactives: Vikings offense near full strength for Sunday in Carolina
The Vikings' top weapons — Dalvin Cook, Justin Jefferson, and Adam Thielen — are active against the Panthers despite dealing with injuries, and first-round tackle Christian Darrisaw will make his first start.
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Receivers Jefferson, Thielen held out of Vikings practice
The Vikings are a little banged up after five games as Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen were among six injured players sidelined at Wednesday's practice.
Check out our weekly Vikings podcast, featuring Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand.
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Podcast: Vikings offense still adjusting before facing a fast Panthers defense
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand discuss coordinator Klint Kubiak's offense, the left tackle rotation with Rashod Hill and Christian Darrisaw, and more.
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Why does the Vikings run defense keep springing leaks?
The Vikings defense is starting to come together, but there remains a major flaw that should be of added concern because of the team's next three opponents.
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Podcast: Confidence in offense a topic after Cousins leads comeback win
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Jim Souhan discuss the confidence in the Vikings offense, or perhaps lack thereof from the coaching staff, from U.S. Bank Stadium after the narrow 19-17 win over Detroit.
All the latest updates, including schedules, stats, scores, game reports and more from the National Football League.
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Vikings inactives: Dalvin Cook to miss second game due to ankle injury
Running back Alexander Mattison will get his second start of the year for Cook, who was listed questionable for the third straight week due to a sprained right ankle.
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Vikings mailbag: New contract for Hunter? Trade buzz? Fit for Barr?
Send questions to @Andrew_Krammer on Twitter or andrew.krammer@startribune.com. Listen for answers on the weekly Access Vikings podcast or find them here on Friday mornings.
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Podcast: Winless Lions come to town at just the right time for Vikings
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand preview Sunday's game against the winless Lions, losers of eight straight going back to last season.
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Even Vikings best blockers were no match for Browns. Here's why
A deeper look at how the Browns bulldozed the Vikings' offensive line, throwing off its timing and creases in the run game while affecting Kirk Cousins' ability to find open targets.
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Podcast: Vikings in a 1-3 hole after dropping another close game to Browns
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and LaVelle E. Neal discuss the Vikings' 14-7 loss to the Browns, and coach Mike Zimmer's reaction, in the latest Access Vikings podcast.
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Vikings inactives: Dalvin Cook returns; Anthony Barr remains sidelined
Cook returns from a one-game absence due to a sprained right ankle, while the Vikings defense will still be without linebacker Anthony Barr because of a knee injury.
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Vikings mailbag: Does Herndon have role? Does Stefanski have advantage? A Cook question, too
Send questions to @Andrew_Krammer on Twitter or andrew.krammer@startribune.com. Listen for answers on the weekly Access Vikings podcast or find them here on Fridays.
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Podcast: Kevin Stefanski's return tops Vikings-Browns storylines
Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss Browns coach Kevin Stefanski's return, Kirk Cousins, and more on the latest Access Vikings podcast.
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What's behind improved play of the Vikings offensive line? Here's a good look
The Vikings offensive line deserves credit for more consistent play, but it's a group effort that's getting more out of the blockers up front.
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Podcast: Despite Cook's absence, Cousins keeps rolling vs. Seahawks
The Vikings finally beat the Seahawks, and quarterback Kirk Cousins was a big reason why. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Chip Scoggins recap the 30-17 win.
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Vikings-Seahawks inactives: Cook will sit against Seattle
Dalvin Cook is officially out for the Vikings' home opener against the Seahawks due to a sprained ankle suffered last week in Arizona.
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Vikings add Ameer Abdullah back to active roster
But the team did not call A.J. Rose up from the practice squad, which could be a good sign for Dalvin Cook.
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