In this episode of ‘Two Old Bloggers,’ Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano delve into the Minnesota Vikings’ 2024 season, highlighting the unexpected standout performances of players like Jerry Tillery, Byron Murphy Jr., Josh Oliver, and Blake Cashman. They discuss why these players have exceeded expectations and contributed to the team’s strong 10-2 record. The hosts… Continue reading Aaron Jones With Fumblitis? Falcons vs Vikings Preview
Category: Minnesota Vikings News
Vikings Rookie Is Set to Make His NFL Debut on Sunday
Feb 29, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UCLA linebacker Gabriel Murphy (LB22) works out during the 2024 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The Minnesota Vikings left the NFL draft with a rather exciting group of players, securing quarterback J.J. McCarthy and pass rusher Dallas Turner, both in the first… Continue reading Vikings Rookie Is Set to Make His NFL Debut on Sunday
Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Are The Vikings Are Serious Contenders?
We have been hashing out the game all week. Obviously, it is important and there is some sentiment due to Kirk Cousins returning. While that is interesting it should not prevent the Vikings to continue to prove that they are, indeed, a serious contending team this year. I expect it to be a tight game… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Are The Vikings Are Serious Contenders?
Vikings activate K Will Reichard off IR
The Vikings will have their rookie kicker back for Week 14. Minnesota has activated Will Reichard and long snapper Andrew DePaola on Saturday, the team announced. Reichard has made 14-of-16 field goals this season. He was sidelined by a right quad injury. The Vikings have waived kicker Parker Romo as a corresponding move. Minnesota has… Continue reading Vikings activate K Will Reichard off IR
Vikings Activate Andrew DePaola & Will Reichard from Injured Reserve for Week 14
EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings (10-2) on Saturday activated veteran long snapper Andrew DePaola and rookie kicker Will Reichard ahead of hosting the Atlanta Falcons (6-6) in Week 14. To make room for Reichard, Minnesota waived kicker Parker Romo. The Vikings also announced the elevation of undrafted rookie outside linebacker Gabriel Murphy from their… Continue reading Vikings Activate Andrew DePaola & Will Reichard from Injured Reserve for Week 14
Minnesota Vikings reportedly had interest in star Super Bowl-winning QB before signing Sam Darnold
Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images This past offseason was filled with difficult decisions for a Minnesota Vikings front office led by GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O’Connell. Their Pro Bowl quarterback had suffered an Achilles tear and was headed into his age-36 season. Minnesota had interest in retaining Cousins, but once the QB received a… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings reportedly had interest in star Super Bowl-winning QB before signing Sam Darnold
Vikings ‘monitored’ Matthew Stafford’s situation before signing Darnold
We’re 12 games into the Sam Darnold era with the Vikings and with a 10-2 record, it’s safe to say that it has been a smashing success, but how close was Minnesota to going in a different direction at QB last offseason? According to a recent article from The Athletic’s Dianna Russini, the Vikings looked… Continue reading Vikings ‘monitored’ Matthew Stafford’s situation before signing Darnold
Vikings CB fed up with Lions hype, eager for Week 18 showdown
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. had his eyes on this week’s Thursday Night Football game at Ford Field, and he wasn’t too pleased with the results. The Detroit Lions walked away with a 34-31 win over the Green Bay Packers, improving to 12-1 and extending their win streak to 11 games — both franchise… Continue reading Vikings CB fed up with Lions hype, eager for Week 18 showdown
Darnold’s arm talent is making anything possible with Vikings offense
EAGAN — If you stop the tape when Sam Darnold first brings his arm back to throw the football and then look where Jordan Addison was in his route, it’s mind bending trying to figure out how Darnold knew where he was going to be and how he put the exact right amount of velocity… Continue reading Darnold’s arm talent is making anything possible with Vikings offense
Kyler Murray tells the truth about the penalty in loss to Vikings
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray finally went public Wednesday about the crucial false start flagged against tight end Tip Reiman late in Sunday’s game against the Vikings. Coaches and players usually refrain from criticizing the officiating for two reasons. First, it can sound like an excuse. And second, no one wants to be fined by… Continue reading Kyler Murray tells the truth about the penalty in loss to Vikings