While everyone speculates about what the Minnesota Vikings will do with quarterback Sam Darnold as free agency approaches, we should also ponder the question of what happens if Darnold does, in fact, leave. Who would serve as the backup and/or possible “bridge” quarterback to young J.J. McCarthy? There are a few options out there, but… Continue reading CBS Sports Quarterback Carousel Projects a New Face to Minnesota
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Vikings Face Key 2025 Decisions
In this episode of Two Old Bloggers on Vikings 1st & SKOL, Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano delve into key decisions the Minnesota Vikings are facing as they plan for a successful 2025 season. The dynamic duo discuss important player performances, coaching changes, and speculate on the future of the quarterback position. Sprinkled with engaging… Continue reading Vikings Face Key 2025 Decisions
Aaron Jones, Cam Akers face offseason uncertainty with the Vikings
Cam Akers played 12 games with the Vikings this season after being traded from the Texans. (Carlos Gonzalez/The Minnesota Star Tribune) The Vikings have some revamping to do in their run game after a season where they struggled to create consistency in their rushing attack. They finished in the bottom half of the league in… Continue reading Aaron Jones, Cam Akers face offseason uncertainty with the Vikings
Rams dominate Vikings, will face Eagles in divisional round
GLENDALE, Ariz. — In a playoff game that was moved from SoFi Stadium because of the wildfires in Southern California, the Los Angeles Rams beat the Minnesota Vikings 27-9 on Monday night to advance to the divisional round. It was an impressive performance for a young defense that has taken a giant step forward since… Continue reading Rams dominate Vikings, will face Eagles in divisional round
Who would Rams face next if they beat Vikings?
No one is looking past the Minnesota Vikings, who have the most wins ever by a wild-card team, but the Los Angeles Rams will head into tonight’s game knowing which team they’ll face in the next round if they win. With the Lions and Commanders set to square off as one of the two NFC… Continue reading Who would Rams face next if they beat Vikings?
Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game | Sports
The Detroit Lions have a short week to prepare for a pivotal matchup against Minnesota, and they will not complain about that fact. The winner will earn the NFC North title and home-field advantage until the Super Bowl. The loser will start the playoffs on the road as a fifth-seeded wild card. “You couldn’t write… Continue reading Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game | Sports
Packers vs. Vikings score: Minnesota survives late Green Bay rally, will face Lions for NFC’s top seed
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings got a big lead on the rival Green Bay Packers back in September, going up 28-0 before nearly coughing up the advantage entirely. Three months later, they offered up a sequel for the U.S. Bank Stadium crowd, nearly surrendering a 27-10 fourth-quarter lead before outlasting their NFC North rivals for… Continue reading Packers vs. Vikings score: Minnesota survives late Green Bay rally, will face Lions for NFC’s top seed
QB Sam Darnold and Vikings face Packers in massive NFC North game
Darnold gets to add to his new legacy this week as he prepares for the 129th meeting between the Vikings and Packers. It won’t be just another chapter in the storied rivalry. This is one of the more consequential late-season meetings in Vikings-Packers history. There have been a few in past seasons. On Jan. 2,… Continue reading QB Sam Darnold and Vikings face Packers in massive NFC North game
Sam Darnold’s career season means the Minnesota Vikings face a tough decision | Minnesota Vikings
Before this season, Sam Darnold’s strongest contribution to the NFL canon was “seeing ghosts”. Darnold was one of several quarterbacks selected early in the first round to wash out with the New York Jets. After leaving Florham Park, he bounced between backup and bridge-starter roles in Carolina and San Francisco before winding up in Minnesota.… Continue reading Sam Darnold’s career season means the Minnesota Vikings face a tough decision | Minnesota Vikings
D’Andre Swift listed as questionable to face Vikings
The Bears got running back D’Andre Swift back on the practice field Saturday, but his status for Monday night’s game against the Vikings is uncertain. Swift has been listed as questionable to play because of a groin injury. Swift was questionable last week due to a quad injury, but was able to play in Chicago’s… Continue reading D’Andre Swift listed as questionable to face Vikings