NFL teams typically select multiple captains from their 52-man roster. While league guidelines suggest a maximum of six, the rule isn’t strictly enforceable, and many teams go beyond that. Captains play a vital role in communication and leadership, and you can never have too many voices guiding the locker room. That’s exactly the approach the… Continue reading Aaron Jones’ Son Couldn’t Believe His Dad Was Chosen Captain Until the Vikings RB “Brought Home the C With a Star”
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Riley Heidt Has To Prove His Unique Game Translates To the Pros – Minnesota Wild
When the Minnesota Wild took Riley Heidt in the second round of the 2023 NHL draft, it was hard to imagine the winger being one of the team’s most-discussed prospects. Second-round picks often struggle to make the NHL, let alone be an impact player. And yet, Heidt continues to be one of the most polarizing… Continue reading Riley Heidt Has To Prove His Unique Game Translates To the Pros – Minnesota Wild
Charlie Stramel May Hit the Apex Of His Long Development Journey This Season – Minnesota Wild
Charlie Stramel enters the most pivotal year of his development next season. It feels like we’ve been saying that for the last three years now. Stramel’s journey to become the senior leader for Michigan State has been long and arduous. His first two seasons at Wisconsin were disappointing (20 points in 67 games), but he… Continue reading Charlie Stramel May Hit the Apex Of His Long Development Journey This Season – Minnesota Wild
Myles Price continues to make his case to be the Vikings’ primary returner
The rookie receiver had an 81-yard kick return in Saturday’s preseason game against the Patriots. MINNEAPOLIS — Desperate for a spark, Minnesota Vikings kick returner Myles Price bounced off a tackler and sprinted up the right side. The rookie receiver burst down the sideline before eventually being taken down at New England’s 8-yard line late… Continue reading Myles Price continues to make his case to be the Vikings’ primary returner
J.J. McCarthy has extreme confidence in his accuracy
To be successful, an NFL quarterback needs to have confidence. Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is brimming with it. Asked about his passing skills by reporters on Thursday, McCarthy was blunt. “I think I’m one of the, you know, most accurate guys out there,” McCarthy said, “and just being able to take a day-to-day and, you… Continue reading J.J. McCarthy has extreme confidence in his accuracy
Kyle Sloter claims Vikings told ‘lies’ to hurt his NFL chances
Kyle Sloter is no stranger to making big claims about his stint as a backup quarterback with the Minnesota Vikings. in the past, he’s alleged that former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman and former head coach Mike Zimmer hated each other. He’s also claimed he was instructed to play worse to avoid any public quarterback… Continue reading Kyle Sloter claims Vikings told ‘lies’ to hurt his NFL chances
Vikings’ QB J.J. McCarthy reveals his secret weapon
J.J. McCarthy could’ve kept it to himself. The Minnesota Vikings’ second-year quarterback, entering his first year as a starter, had a chance to hold in what he calls his “secret weapon.” But asked about his mobility by reporters on Wednesday, McCarthy chose to be honest. Here’s what he had to say, via ESPN: “I almost… Continue reading Vikings’ QB J.J. McCarthy reveals his secret weapon
Will Kaprizov’s Injury History Turn His New Contract Into An Albatross? – Minnesota Wild
Minnesota Wild fans should check their stockings because Christmas is finally coming. The Wild are reportedly offering Kirill Kaprizov a record-breaking 8-year, $120 million contract extension. If both sides agree to the contract, Kaprizov will have the highest-ever AAV for a winger at $15 million, which is a significant increase from his current $9 million… Continue reading Will Kaprizov’s Injury History Turn His New Contract Into An Albatross? – Minnesota Wild
Struggling Vikings veteran is playing for his job in preseason opener
The Minnesota Vikings kick off their 2025 NFL campaign by hosting the Houston Texans on Saturday, Aug. 9, at U.S. Bank Stadium. Of course, Skol Nation will primarily be focused on second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy. But second, third and even fourth-stringers will dominate most of the snaps as they jostle to make their respective 53-man… Continue reading Struggling Vikings veteran is playing for his job in preseason opener
Jeff Okudah, the ex-Lions top pick, trying to resurrect his NFL career with Vikings
“In this league, you get guys that are soft-shoed; they press, but not really,” Hockenson said. “He’s going to go up there and jam you. He wants to get his hands on you and play within his bubble, which can be hard for some receivers.” Okudah’s issues have been health and coverage, where he’s been… Continue reading Jeff Okudah, the ex-Lions top pick, trying to resurrect his NFL career with Vikings