Vikings rookie Dallas Turner focused on getting bigger for Year 2

Edge rusher Dallas Turner emerged from a quiet rookie season with gratitude for being able to participate in a 14-win season that doesn’t come around very often. “There was definitely some adversity for sure,” Turner said Tuesday as players cleaned out their lockers at TCO Performance Center in Eagan. “But I definitely feel like everything… Continue reading Vikings rookie Dallas Turner focused on getting bigger for Year 2

Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson focused on team stakes vs. the Lions

That sentiment does not seem to have morphed into any sort of resentment for Joseph or his former team. Hockenson denied that Sunday’s matchup held any extra weight because of his injury. “Injuries happen in this game and in this league,” Hockenson said. “I’m excited to play ‘em for sure, and I’m excited to be… Continue reading Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson focused on team stakes vs. the Lions

Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Justin Jefferson might be weary of all the safeties shadowing his every route, determined not to let the Minnesota Vikings go deep, but he’s hardly angry. The double and triple coverage he continually faces, after all, is a sign of immense respect for his game-breaking ability. The strategy also simply makes… Continue reading Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production