Photographers' picks: The Star Tribune's favorite Vikings photos

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson's 3-year-old daughter, Parker, looks up as Justin Jefferson greets people before an NFL wild card playoff game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Elizabeth Flores, Star Tribune

Justin Jefferson ran out during Minnesota Vikings introductions on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Justin Jefferson (18) of the Minnesota Vikings scored on a 36-yard play against the Green Bay Packers in the second quarter on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown went airborne over Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson, picking up a first down at the 2-yard line on Sept. September 25, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Vikings fan Lincoln Gustafson, 8, of Denver, Iowa — was known as "Lil Kirko Chainz" — posed for a photo doing Kirk Cousin's viral dance on Dec. 4.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph celebrates with teammates after kicking the game-winner in overtime against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (4) celebrates after scoring the tying touchdown late in the fourth quarter of an NFL game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Ed Donatell watches from the sidelines in the second quarter of an NFL game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis

Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) threw a pass against the Detroit Lions in the third quarter on Sunday December 11, 2022 In Detroit.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (4) fumbled the ball late in the second quarter, with the Lions recovering, on Sunday December 11, 2022 in Detroit.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) runs the ball in for a touchdown off pass from quarterback Kirk Cousins in the first quarter of the Minnesota Vikings season opener against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune

Vikings wide receiver K.J. Osborn (17) celebrates after Justin Jefferson scored a touchdown in the first quarter as Vikings take on the Washington Commanders at FedEx Field, in Landover, Maryland, on Sunday, November 6, 2022.

Elizabeth Flores, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell celebrates the win following the Minnesota Vikings season opener against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is sacked by Za'Darius Smith (55) of the Minnesota Vikings in the first quarter Sunday, October 30, 2022, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Vikings linebacker Za'Darius Smith (55) along with the defensive line celebrates his sack during the first quarter as the Vikings take on the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2022.

Elizabeth Flores, Star Tribune

Chicago Bears' Darnell Mooney beat Minnesota Vikings' Chandon Sullivan with a one-handed grab in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022.

Elizabeth Flores, Star Tribune

Washington Commanders wide receiver Curtis Samuel (10) comes down with a catch as Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum (24) trips over the referee in the third quarter at FedEx Field, in Landover, Maryland on Sunday, November 6, 2022.

Elizabeth Flores, Star Tribune

A Vikings fan wearing a purple wig was surrounded by Lions fans holding third down signs In Detroit on Sunday December 11, 2022.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Kolby Clarine, left, yawns while he and his friend Carver Clough, both 10, both of Brainerd, wait for autographs as the Vikings held training camp Saturday, July 30, 2022 at the TCO Performance Center in Eagan, Minn.

Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune

A Philadelphia Eagles took a drink during pregame warmups on Monday, September 19, 2022, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings' Patrick Peterson (7) reacts after a play against the Miami Dolphins on October 16, 2022, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches a deep pass in overtime of an NFL football game against Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis (39) in Orchard Park., N.Y., Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) got to the one-yard line as New York Giants cornerback Adoree' Jackson (22) played defense in the first quarter during a NFL wild card playoff game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants on Sunday, Jan.15.2023 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Eli Solano, 12, of St. Cloud, is comforted by his mother, Tiffany Solano, after the Vikings 31-24 loss during a NFL wild card playoff game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants on Sunday, Jan.15.2023 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Jerry Holt, Star Tribune

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) walks off the field at the end of an NFL wild card playoff game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune