Vikings mailbag: Cousins' future? Mond's fit? Second-year breakouts?
This week, readers asked about the future of Vikings' quarterback situation, the player primed for a Year 2 breakout and the possible starting secondary.
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Podcast: Hunter, Richardson contracts end Vikings' spring with a bang
Danielle Hunter and Sheldon Richardson are back, and the prospects for the 2021 Vikings defense are looking up. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand discuss on the latest Access Vikings podcast.
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Vikings minicamp: Eric Kendricks shines on Day 2
The linebacker intercepted Kirk Cousins during an 11-on-11 drill, and broke up a Kellen Mond pass in 7-on-7. Here are five observations from today's workouts.
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Vikings minicamp: Zimmer ends practice early after barrage of touchdown passes
Kirk Cousins, Jake Browning, and Kellen Mond threw touchdowns on their final passes during the first of three minicamp practices. Here are nine observations from the workout.
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Mailbag: What's up with Vikings pass rush? Who's the next free-agent signing?
There could be a connection between the new veteran cornerbacks and Danielle Hunter's future. Andrew Krammer explains that and more in response to your questions.
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Podcast: Cousins' security, defense under construction and a mailbag
The Access Vikings crew discusses Cousins' first comments since the Vikings drafted Kellen Mond, a work-in-progress defense, and your questions about free agents, Aaron Rodgers, and more.
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Vikings OTA observations: Cousins connections boost two-minute drill
Under a scorching sun, quarterback Kirk Cousins and the Vikings passing game were equally hot Wednesday against a secondary that's a work in progress.
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Vikings guaranteed $345,000 to 2021 undrafted free agents
The total amount of guaranteed money is substantially less than the team gave to its undefeated rookies last year.
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Vikings sign former Titans cornerback Tye Smith
Smith, who has seven career starts and one interception, has primarily been a reserve but started three games last season for Tennessee.
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Podcast: What have we learned about Vikings rookies, including a pitcher-turned-punter?
Andrew Krammer is joined by Purple Insider's Matthew Coller to discuss spring storylines. Plus, punter Zach Von Rosenberg shares his journey from MLB pitcher to undrafted signee.
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Sloppy day for Vikings offense leads to four interceptions at practice
Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw two interceptions as the passing game struggled to connect in the non-padded OTA session.
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Vikings will host Broncos in joint practices, with plans for fans at training camp
Some familiar sights — like fans in attendance and quarterback Teddy Bridgewater on the field — are expected at Vikings training camp this summer.
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Vikings' salary cap space is about to increase to $14 million
Tight end Kyle Rudolph was the first in a wave of Vikings cost-cutting moves in March, but the team designated him a "post-June 1" release. Here's what that means.
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Podcast: OTA observations, Hunter's absence and ex-Vikings lineman Sirles visits
Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer recap the first full Vikings practice open to reporters and discuss Danielle Hunter's absence. Krammer is also joined by ex-Vikings lineman Jeremiah Sirles.
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Cleveland switching sides among 8 things to know about Vikings' OTAs
During Wednesday's practice — the Vikings' third organized team activity this week — only two of five offensive line spots were the exact same as at the end of the 2020 season.
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Vikings claim center Cohl Cabral off waivers from Texans
Cabral, a second-year pro, spent his rookie season on the Rams and Texans practice squads after going undrafted out of Arizona State.
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Podcast: Evaluating the Vikings roster as offseason workouts begin
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand take a broad look at the Vikings' 90-man roster, discuss the start of offseason workouts and take your questions.
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Sources: Vikings expected to sign two players after tryouts
Tackle Evin Ksiezarczyk and cornerback Amari Henderson were among five tryout players at this weekend's rookie minicamp.
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Vikings have deals with at least five draft picks
The list includes first-round pick Christian Darrisaw, who agreed to his rookie deal on Friday.
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Podcast: Breaking down Vikings' 2021 schedule; chatting with ex-St. John's QB Jackson Erdmann
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand have opinions about the Vikings' 2021 slate. Plus, former St. John's QB Jackson Erdmann joins to discuss his well-traveled year chasing pro football dreams in a pandemic.
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More Vikings schedule dates: Dallas for Halloween, Packers at Lambeau in January
Pieces of the 2021 Vikings schedule are falling into place, with the official released scheduled for 7 p.m. They'll open at Cincinnati, face a tough November and visit Green Bay on a Sunday night.
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