NFC Notes: Aidan Hutchinson, Jalen Nailor, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears Bears HC Ben Johnson said the team can be flexible when it comes to who they select with their first-round draft pick. “We feel like there are going to be a lot of good players available with that No. 10 pick,” Johnson said, via Lou Canellis. “And honestly, right now, I couldn’t tell you if… Continue reading NFC Notes: Aidan Hutchinson, Jalen Nailor, Bears, Lions, Vikings

The impending Carolina Panthers’ swoop for Minnesota Vikings’ breakout star, Jalen Nailor, a sensational play in the NFL trade game

Carolina Panthers Eyeing Trade for Vikings’ Rising Star, Jalen Nailor The Carolina Panthers are setting their sights on bolstering their offensive arsenal, particularly for quarterback Bryce Young, as they navigate the challenges posed by limited salary cap space in the upcoming offseason. To address their needs, the Panthers are exploring innovative strategies, including potential trades,… Continue reading The impending Carolina Panthers’ swoop for Minnesota Vikings’ breakout star, Jalen Nailor, a sensational play in the NFL trade game

The impending Carolina Panthers’ swoop for Minnesota Vikings’ breakout star, Jalen Nailor, a sensational play in the NFL trade game

Carolina Panthers Eyeing Trade for Vikings’ Rising Star, Jalen Nailor The Carolina Panthers are setting their sights on bolstering their offensive arsenal, particularly for quarterback Bryce Young, as they navigate the challenges posed by limited salary cap space in the upcoming offseason. To address their needs, the Panthers are exploring innovative strategies, including potential trades,… Continue reading The impending Carolina Panthers’ swoop for Minnesota Vikings’ breakout star, Jalen Nailor, a sensational play in the NFL trade game

Vikings’ Jalen Nailor: Puts forth career year

Nailor secured 28 of 42 targets for 414 yards and six touchdowns across 17 regular-season appearances with the Vikings in 2024. He also rushed three times for minus-four yards and lost one fumble. Nailor also secured three of five targets for 33 yards during Minnesota’s wild-card round loss to the Rams. The 2022 sixth-round pick… Continue reading Vikings’ Jalen Nailor: Puts forth career year

Vikings’ Jalen Redmond: Contributes across 13 games

Redmond made 18 tackles (10 solo), including 1.0 sacks, across 13 regular-season appearances with the Vikings in 2024. He also had two passes defensed. Redmond, who missed his rookie season due to injury back in 2023, made his first career NFL appearances with Minnesota in 2024. As a pending exclusive-rights free agent, Redmond won’t be… Continue reading Vikings’ Jalen Redmond: Contributes across 13 games

Vikings Re-Sign Defensive Lineman Jalen Redmond

Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah participated in a radio interview with “Voice of the Vikings” Paul Allen and credited Senior Vice President of Player Personnel Ryan Grigson and the personnel staff for noticing Redmond’s film in late spring. “I remember he called me and said, ‘I like this guy.’ I think it was late May,”… Continue reading Vikings Re-Sign Defensive Lineman Jalen Redmond

Vikings’ Jalen Nailor: Productive in loss to Detroit

Nailor secured three of four targets for 53 yards during Sunday’s 31-9 loss at Detroit. Nailor stepped up his production during Minnesota’s final two regular-season games, a span in which he combined for an 8-134-1 receiving line on nine targets. The 2022 sixth-round pick also had a hot start to the season, but from Week… Continue reading Vikings’ Jalen Nailor: Productive in loss to Detroit

Jalen Redmond’s inspiring journey to the Vikings

As a freshman in college, Jalen Redmond found himself lying in a hospital bed waiting for answers. Now, he’s making plays with one of the NFL’s top defenses. EAGAN, Minn. — In the summer of 2018, freshman defensive lineman Jalen Redmond had high hopes when he first stepped on the University of Oklahoma’s campus.  The… Continue reading Jalen Redmond’s inspiring journey to the Vikings

Jalen Nailor’s First-Quarter Production Opened Up Minnesota’s Offense

Sam Darnold got everyone involved in the Minnesota Vikings’ 27-25 win over the Green Bay Packers. Johnny Mundt had a catch on the first drive of the game, and C.J. Ham got a couple of touches. However, getting Jalen Nailor involved in the first half might have been most important. Minnesota’s offense started out pretty… Continue reading Jalen Nailor’s First-Quarter Production Opened Up Minnesota’s Offense

Vikings’ Sam Darnold finds Jalen Nailor for 31-yard TD pass

Kevin Seifert, ESPN Staff WriterDec 29, 2024, 05:17 PM ET Close Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He… Continue reading Vikings’ Sam Darnold finds Jalen Nailor for 31-yard TD pass