QB Geno Smith practices for Seattle

The Vikings and Seahawks enter Sunday afternoon’s game on different ends of the health spectrum. Only two players were nonparticipants in the Vikings’ walk-through Wednesday: cornerback Fabian Moreau (hip) and defensive tackle Jalen Redmond (concussion). Defensive lineman Patrick Jones II (knee), offensive tackle Brian O’Neill (knee), defensive tackle Harrison Phillips (knee), offensive tackle David Quessenberry… Continue reading QB Geno Smith practices for Seattle

Vikings execs look brilliant after Falcons bench Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr.

Score another one for Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and the entire Minnesota Vikings front office. The Vikings decided to let franchise quarterback Kirk Cousins walk in 2024 free agency, opting instead for a rapid succession plan. The team added Sam Darnold on a cheap, one-year deal and doubled down by taking rookie J.J. McCarthy with the 10th… Continue reading Vikings execs look brilliant after Falcons bench Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr.

Vikings’ Jerry Tillery earns a game ball for dirty work vs. the Bears

“I gave Tillery a game ball just because I just felt him, the penetration, getting into the backfield, making the back stop his feet,” O’Connell said. “To get stops in those [fourth-down] situations, they’re essentially turnovers.” They also were essentially the two main reasons the Vikings maintained control over a sloppy first half. “It set… Continue reading Vikings’ Jerry Tillery earns a game ball for dirty work vs. the Bears

Justin Jefferson Had Words of Encouragement for Caleb Williams After Vikings-Bears

The Minnesota Vikings dismantled the Chicago Bears on Monday night to improve to 12–2 on the season. After the game, Justin Jefferson sought out Caleb Williams on the field to offer him some words of encouragement. It was a difficult night for Williams, who took some hard hits throughout the game. Jefferson made sure to… Continue reading Justin Jefferson Had Words of Encouragement for Caleb Williams After Vikings-Bears

NFL Week 15 grades: Vikings earn ‘A-‘ for beating down Bears, Josh Allen leads Bills to ‘A’ in win vs. Lions

Getty Images Welcome to the Week 15 grades! The NFL playoff race is in full swing, and there are several big games on the Week 15 schedule that will have huge playoff implications. One of those games took place in Houston, where the Miami Dolphins wilted under the pressure of playing in a must-win game… Continue reading NFL Week 15 grades: Vikings earn ‘A-‘ for beating down Bears, Josh Allen leads Bills to ‘A’ in win vs. Lions

2024 NFL playoff picture, standings: Vikings tie Lions for NFC North lead, Falcons stay alive in NFC South

The NFL is heading into the home stretch of the season with the conference races heating up. The Philadelphia Eagles have tied the Detroit Lions for the top seed in the NFC, but the Lions currently hold the tiebreaker due to having a better conference record. There are still plenty of games to sort out… Continue reading 2024 NFL playoff picture, standings: Vikings tie Lions for NFC North lead, Falcons stay alive in NFC South

Justin Jefferson, former Vikings Cris Carter and Jake Reed show love for Randy Moss

Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings had a message for Randy Moss after a touchdown on Monday night. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) Randy Moss, Cris Carter and Jake Reed formed one of the more famous receiver trios in NFL history. “Three Deep” put up a lot of yards and highlights for the Minnesota Vikings.… Continue reading Justin Jefferson, former Vikings Cris Carter and Jake Reed show love for Randy Moss

Vikings vs. Bears Inactives for Week 15 of 2024

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings (11-2) announced the following players will be inactive for their Week 15 home game against the Chicago Bears (4-9): Cornerback Stephon Gilmore Quarterback Brett Rypien (third quarterback) Defensive lineman Levi Drake Rodriguez Offensive lineman Dan Feeney Gilmore will miss the second consecutive week due to a hamstring injury that occurred… Continue reading Vikings vs. Bears Inactives for Week 15 of 2024

Injured Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith may not be out for Vikings game

Geno Smith may be available for next week after all. After exiting the Seattle Seahawks’ Sunday Night Football contest vs. the Green Bay Packers with an apparent leg injury, Smith appeared to be done for at least next week, if not the season. However, there was an encouraging sign on Monday from head coach Mike… Continue reading Injured Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith may not be out for Vikings game

NDSU Women’s Basketball Prepared for Husky Classic in Seattle

Story Links THIS WEEK          The North Dakota State (6-4) women’s basketball team travels to Seattle, Wash., for the Husky Classic this week. The Bison will take on Washington (7-4, 0-1 B1G) on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. CT before closing the trip out against Boise State (9-2) on Thursday at 2:00… Continue reading NDSU Women’s Basketball Prepared for Husky Classic in Seattle