Marcus Foligno has been in a Minnesota Wild sweater for almost eight years and over 500 games. How many of those have been on the top line? Without an exact count, a rough estimate would be “not many.” Foligno has long been the Wild’s “identity” player, the example which GM Bill Guerin wants his team… Continue reading Marcus Foligno Is On Top Of the World On the Top Line – Minnesota Wild
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Will Fries, Ryan Kelly add edge to offensive line
The Vikings shoved a combined $43 million guaranteed last week to acquire two offensive linemen from the Indianapolis Colts. With guard Ed Ingram and center Garrett Bradbury gone, Fries and Kelly are locked into the starting right guard and center spots for next season. Below is a look at what the Vikings are getting in… Continue reading Will Fries, Ryan Kelly add edge to offensive line
Minnesota Vikings seek to improve offensive line
“I’m in the very initial stages of getting to know this year’s group,” O’Connell said, “but I can tell you there’s a lot of versatility.” Jeremiah said Zabel, the Bison tackle who projects as an NFL guard, is a first-round option for a team like the Vikings at No. 24 overall. Missouri’s Armand Membou, Texas’… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings seek to improve offensive line
Three Staff Changes for Bison Football; Chmura Hired as Offensive Line Coach
Zachary Lucy Football 2/27/2025 1:15:00 PM Story Links FARGO, N.D. – North Dakota State University head football coach Tim Polasek announced three changes to the Bison coaching staff on Thursday, Feb. 27. The moves follow the departure of… Continue reading Three Staff Changes for Bison Football; Chmura Hired as Offensive Line Coach
The Wild Should Recreate Pittsburgh’s HBK Line – Minnesota Wild
I know what you’re thinking. Marat Khusnutdinov is who he is, and he isn’t going to improve his offensive production dramatically. He’s worse than Connor Dewar. Khusnutdinov has been a replacement-level player. However, the Minnesota Wild should acknowledge why keeping Khusnutdinov in the fold is important. Hunter Haight has better pure skill than Khusnutdinov. People… Continue reading The Wild Should Recreate Pittsburgh’s HBK Line – Minnesota Wild
Minnesota’s Fourth Line Has Developed An Identity – Minnesota Wild
As February commences, teams are gearing up for their playoff runs. The Minnesota Wild sit third in the Central Division and are still 7 points clear of the Calgary Flames for the second wild-card spot. While Minnesota’s playoff spot is relatively secure, it’s undoubtedly more precarious than earlier in the season. Injuries to stars like… Continue reading Minnesota’s Fourth Line Has Developed An Identity – Minnesota Wild
Will the Vikings Pull Off the Greatest Line Overhaul?
Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images. The Minnesota Vikings have more than a few areas to address this offseason. They have a boatload of impending free agents, and for a team that hasn’t drafted well, they’ll need to supplement the roster. Will the Vikings Pull Off the Greatest Line Overhaul? Two of the most problematic areas on Minnesota’s… Continue reading Will the Vikings Pull Off the Greatest Line Overhaul?
Vikings address defensive line, pass-protection issues
Ohio State’s Tyleik Williams in Round 1: Drafting Williams would go a long way toward improving a run defense that looked outmatched against Detroit in 2024, as Williams graded positively on 27.1% of run plays last season, a top-five rate in the nation. Help for the offensive line: Georgia’s Ratledge specializes in pass protection. He gave… Continue reading Vikings address defensive line, pass-protection issues
Eagles’ NFC title game win shows importance of RB position, offensive line
The Philadelphia Eagles romped over the Washington Commanders in the NFC championship game on Sunday, winning 55-23 to secure their second trip to the Super Bowl in the last three years. If there’s one lesson for the Vikings and other teams to take from the Eagles’ success this season, it’s how valuable an effective and… Continue reading Eagles’ NFC title game win shows importance of RB position, offensive line
2024 Vikings Position Recap: Offensive Line
2 Pressing Questions for 2025 1. How will the Vikings address interior Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell said following the Wild Card loss there’s “no question” the interior pass rush was a problem throughout the 2024 campaign and will need to be addressed. He also noted, however, there are multiple ways to improve in that… Continue reading 2024 Vikings Position Recap: Offensive Line