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Vikings predicted to land major gift from NFL, courtesy of former QB Kirk Cousins

Ryan O’Leary has spent his entire professional career in sports multimedia, working as journalist, editor, podcaster, and in live events as a content manager and show emcee. His career highlights include working as a podcast host and audio editor for USA TODAY Sports Media Group, where he led a series of NFL podcasts for the… Continue reading Vikings predicted to land major gift from NFL, courtesy of former QB Kirk Cousins

From Wilson’s downfall to a potential Viking ascent: Steelers’ relentless search for a new leading knight on their gridiron battlefield

From Wilson’s Downfall to a Potential Viking Ascent: Steelers’ Quest for a New Leading Quarterback The Steelers’ quarterbacks saw a decline towards the end of the season, sparking the necessity for a replacement amidst uncertainties in their quarterback room. The offseason saw significant changes as Kenny Pickett was let go, Russell Wilson and Justin Fields… Continue reading From Wilson’s downfall to a potential Viking ascent: Steelers’ relentless search for a new leading knight on their gridiron battlefield

Lions, Vikings, Packers went from dominant to duds outside NFC North

After the regular-season finale in Detroit, Lions coach Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, “See you in two weeks.” Less than two weeks later, both teams had said “see ya” to the postseason. The playoff collapse of three NFC North juggernauts — the Lions, Vikings, and Packers — stands in stark contrast to… Continue reading Lions, Vikings, Packers went from dominant to duds outside NFC North

Lions, Vikings and Packers combine for ugly playoff collapse that NFL hasn’t seen from a division in 42 years

The NFC North pulled off a historical regular season in 2024, but surprisingly, that didn’t translate to any wins in the playoffs.  The four teams in the division combined to go 45-23 in the regular season, which gave the NFC North the highest winning percentage (.662) by any division since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970,… Continue reading Lions, Vikings and Packers combine for ugly playoff collapse that NFL hasn’t seen from a division in 42 years

Vikings want ‘consistency’ from refs after defense’s TD is overturned

“Of course, us players, we’re gonna be a little biased, so we have our opinions,” Cashman said. “I guess it was replay assist or something, so usually those guys get it right, and I’ll keep my opinion to myself.” Since the fumble was overturned to an incomplete pass, Greenard’s sack – which would’ve been a… Continue reading Vikings want ‘consistency’ from refs after defense’s TD is overturned

2025 NFL playoffs overreactions: Vikings to move on from Sam Darnold? Eagles to rush for 200 yards vs. Rams?

Wild Card Weekend in the NFL playoffs certainly had its moments, starting with the Washington Commanders’ thrilling upset victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Washington was the lone road team to win this weekend, setting up a showdown with the Detroit Lions next week.  The Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills took care of business at… Continue reading 2025 NFL playoffs overreactions: Vikings to move on from Sam Darnold? Eagles to rush for 200 yards vs. Rams?

Vikings vs. Rams odds, spread, line, time: 2025 NFL Wild Card picks, prediction from model on 31-14 run

The No. 5 seed Minnesota Vikings will visit the No. 4 seed Los Angeles Rams in an NFC showdown on Monday Night Football as part of the 2025 NFL Wild Card schedule. The Vikings didn’t win their division despite going 14-3 during the regular season. In Week 18, they lost to the Detroit Lions, 31-9,… Continue reading Vikings vs. Rams odds, spread, line, time: 2025 NFL Wild Card picks, prediction from model on 31-14 run

Vikings Pro Bowler predicted to leave Minnesota, land ‘a lot of money’ from Steelers

Before Brian Flores accepted the defensive coordinator job with the Minnesota Vikings, he spent time with Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh, serving as a senior defensive assistant and linebackers coach for the Steelers during the 2022 season. There’s little doubt that Flores gained some influence from Pittsburgh’s notoriously tough, physical and ball-hawking style on defense. He’s… Continue reading Vikings Pro Bowler predicted to leave Minnesota, land ‘a lot of money’ from Steelers

Nick Swardson celebrates his Minnesota roots with help from a Vikings starter and a local rock star

Nick Swardson sported a Beastie Boys t-shirt on stage Friday instead of Vikings gear, his usual choice for local shows. But he found other ways to remind the packed State Theatre audience that he was a die-hard Minnesotan. He opened by razzing the Packers and showing off a new Vikings tattoo. He shut down a… Continue reading Nick Swardson celebrates his Minnesota roots with help from a Vikings starter and a local rock star