Minneapolis continues to ‘express interest’ in hosting NFL combine

For the 37th consecutive year, the NFL Scouting Combine will take place in Indianapolis this week — but that could be changing soon. The current contract for the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium to host the event runs through next year, and in 2021, the NFL began allowing other cities to bid on… Continue reading Minneapolis continues to ‘express interest’ in hosting NFL combine

Vikings Eye Cooper Kupp: Interest in All-Pro Amid Trade Talks

The Minnesota Vikings are contemplating the potential acquisition of Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp, who is expected to be traded after a recent announcement from the Rams. Although the Vikings already boast talent at receiver, including Pro Bowler Justin Jefferson and rising star Jordan Addison, Kupp’s previous relationship with Vikings head coach Kevin… Continue reading Vikings Eye Cooper Kupp: Interest in All-Pro Amid Trade Talks

Vikings DC Brian Flores Clarifies Interest in Patriots’ Head-Coaching Job

Because of the Minnesota Vikings’ prodigious success in 2024, defensive coordinator Brian Flores has a playoff game to get ready for. However, the Vikings’ looming wild-card matchup with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday hasn’t stopped Flores from addressing coaching-carousel rumors. On Tuesday, Flores candidly discussed his prospects as a coaching candidate with reporters. According… Continue reading Vikings DC Brian Flores Clarifies Interest in Patriots’ Head-Coaching Job

Russini’s what I’m hearing: Cousins’ past and future, Belichick’s interest in college is real

Here we go — it’s December, Christmas is less than three weeks away, the regular season is winding down, and the playoff race is heating up. My apologies, I’m not trying to rush things; blame the three teams that have already punched their tickets to the postseason: the Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills and Detroit… Continue reading Russini’s what I’m hearing: Cousins’ past and future, Belichick’s interest in college is real

Minnesota Vikings reportedly had interest in star Super Bowl-winning QB before signing Sam Darnold

Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images This past offseason was filled with difficult decisions for a Minnesota Vikings front office led by GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O’Connell. Their Pro Bowl quarterback had suffered an Achilles tear and was headed into his age-36 season. Minnesota had interest in retaining Cousins, but once the QB received a… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings reportedly had interest in star Super Bowl-winning QB before signing Sam Darnold

Vikings Urged to Revisit Interest in $98 Million All-Pro for Playoff Push

Getty Head coach Kevin O’Connell of the Minnesota Vikings. The absence of Minnesota Vikings inside linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. was clear when faced with the dual threat of Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray. Without an ideal spy linebacker covering Murray, the Cardinals quarterback extended several plays with his feet behind and ahead of the line… Continue reading Vikings Urged to Revisit Interest in $98 Million All-Pro for Playoff Push

Kevin O’Connell praises Daniel Jones but declines to say whether Vikings have interest

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell revived the career of one quarterback who flamed out in New York. Might he do it with another? Daniel Jones, who was cut by the Giants on Saturday, became a free agent Monday after clearing waivers. The Vikings reportedly are one of several contenders interested in signing Jones. “I’m not really… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell praises Daniel Jones but declines to say whether Vikings have interest