Sunday did not represent a classic showing for Falcons QB Kirk Cousins, who continued his sour form with a four-interception outburst against his former employers, the Vikings. The subpar outing proved too much for Atlanta to overcome. The Falcons fell 42-21 to Minnesota, outdone by the likes of Sam Darnold, Jordan Addison, and, most notably,… Continue reading Kirk Cousins-Justin Jefferson postgame: Falcons QB, Vikings star WR share heartwarming embrace after Minnesota win
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Kirk Cousins-Justin Jefferson postgame: Falcons QB, Vikings star WR share heartwarming embrace after Minnesota win
Sunday did not represent a classic showing for Falcons QB Kirk Cousins, who continued his sour form with a four-interception outburst against his former employers, the Vikings. The subpar outing proved too much for Atlanta to overcome. The Falcons fell 42-21 to Minnesota, outdone by the likes of Sam Darnold, Jordan Addison, and, most notably,… Continue reading Kirk Cousins-Justin Jefferson postgame: Falcons QB, Vikings star WR share heartwarming embrace after Minnesota win
Mics Caught Kirk Cousins’s Message to Justin Jefferson After Vikings Beat Falcons
After a six-year stint quarterbacking the Minnesota Vikings from 2018 to ’23, Kirk Cousins signed a massive four-year, $180 million contract this offseason to head southeast and join the Atlanta Falcons. While money certainly talks, the 36-year-old did have to make a tough decision in leaving behind his go-to wide receiver in Justin Jefferson. The… Continue reading Mics Caught Kirk Cousins’s Message to Justin Jefferson After Vikings Beat Falcons
‘Very frustrating’ for Vikings run defense hampered by loss of Ivan Pace
The Vikings defense still ranks fourth in the NFL allowing just 3.9 yards per run, but they’re trending in the wrong direction. Linebacker Blake Cashman said he did not see quarterback Sam Darnold’s 52-yard touchdown pass Sunday to receiver Justin Jefferson, because of how Falcons running backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier were gashing them.… Continue reading ‘Very frustrating’ for Vikings run defense hampered by loss of Ivan Pace
What we learned in NFL Week 14: Chiefs continue close-game magic, Vikings pass another test
Did the Chiefs just doink their way to a division title? Sort of. Did they strengthen their lead in the race for the AFC’s top seed? Absolutely. No matter how Matthew Wright’s 31-yard field goal found its way through the goal posts late Sunday night at Arrowhead, the Chiefs’ ridiculous stretch of success in one-score… Continue reading What we learned in NFL Week 14: Chiefs continue close-game magic, Vikings pass another test
The Vikings Quietly Re-Signed an Old Friend
Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports. Over the weekend, it was one man out, and another in for the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings Quietly Re-Signed an Old Friend Practice squad offensive guard Henry Byd hit injured reserve, on tap to miss at least the next four games and perhaps longer. Jacksonville Jaguars offensive lineman Coy Cronk (64)… Continue reading The Vikings Quietly Re-Signed an Old Friend
Vikings to debut all-new ‘Winter Warrior’ alternate uniforms in Week 15 vs. Bears
Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings announced themselves as NFC contenders with a 42-21 throttling of Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, their sixth straight win. Now, they’re set to debut all-new “Winter Warrior” uniforms for their Week 15 matchup with the Chicago Bears. The Vikings have hosted “whiteout” games for years,… Continue reading Vikings to debut all-new ‘Winter Warrior’ alternate uniforms in Week 15 vs. Bears
NFL power rankings Week 15: Experts finally concede on Vikings as legit SB contenders
NFL experts have spent the past month trying to talk themselves into the Minnesota Vikings (11-2) as an actual Super Bowl contender. After six consecutive wins, the most recent featuring a Sam Darnold breakout performance, the Vikings have taken any argument to the contrary completely off the table. Minnesota is for real, and Sunday’s 42-21… Continue reading NFL power rankings Week 15: Experts finally concede on Vikings as legit SB contenders
NFL News: Vikings’ Jordan Addison recalls warning about Sam Darnold on Draft Day
As the NFL regular season progresses, the Minnesota Vikings continue their postseason push with another impressive victory, this time over Atlanta. With standout performances across the board, the Vikings are relying on Sam Darnold’s stellar season, along with contributions from players like Jordan Addison, who, following the game, reflected on his comments during the 2024… Continue reading NFL News: Vikings’ Jordan Addison recalls warning about Sam Darnold on Draft Day
Why the “Sam Darnold Problem” Doesn’t Actually Exist
With his five-touchdown performance on Sunday afternoon against the Atlanta Falcons, Sam Darnold has cemented himself as the best story in the National Football League this season. He’s now got 28 touchdown passes, good for third in the National Football League behind Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson, and he’s led a Minnesota Vikings team that… Continue reading Why the “Sam Darnold Problem” Doesn’t Actually Exist