With the two teams who will face off in the Super Bowl now set in stone, there are going to be some players who had previously been selected for this year’s Pro Bowl Games in Orlando that won’t be making the trip. Those players will need to be replaced, and on Monday a member of… Continue reading Brian O’Neill Named to Second Pro Bowl
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Former Vikings QB signing named one of worst contracts since 2020
When the Minnesota Vikings moved off of Kirk Cousins last off-season, many questioned the move for the team to part ways with Cousins after he was on pace for the best statistical season of his career before tearing his Achilles. Nevertheless, the team decided to turn toward Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy as the future of… Continue reading Former Vikings QB signing named one of worst contracts since 2020
Sam Darnold Named 2024 Most Improved Player by PFWA
He helped the Vikings net their 14th victory of the season against Green Bay in Week 17, becoming the first QB in NFL history to record 14 wins in his first season with a team since at least 1950 when QB starts were tracked. (Peyton Manning and Steve McNair previously had 13 apiece.) Darnold threw… Continue reading Sam Darnold Named 2024 Most Improved Player by PFWA
Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year
Although his season ended sourly, Sam Darnold had a great season as the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback. He completed 66.2% of his passes for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns, all career-highs. His performance could land him a postseason accolade. The Associated Press announced its finalists for eight awards on Thursday. Darnold is among five finalists for… Continue reading Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year
National Champ defensive player named NFL Draft fit for Vikings by PFF
The 2024 season for the Minnesota Vikings was surprisingly successful, even if it ended on a sour note. At the start of the season, most analysts and football fans wouldn’t have predicted a 14-win season and playoff berth for the Vikings. Still, that sour note lets the team and fans know that there’s still a lot… Continue reading National Champ defensive player named NFL Draft fit for Vikings by PFF
Kevin O’Connell Named PWFA Coach of the Year
The Vikings ranked sixth in passing yards per game (237.8), seventh in passing yards per play (7.38), ninth in points per game (25.4), first in interception rate (3.77 percent), second in rushing yards allowed per game (93.4) and fourth in rushing yards allowed per play (4.05). Wide receiver Justin Jefferson was selected to the PFWA’s… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell Named PWFA Coach of the Year
Vikings RB Aaron Jones named ideal fit for new team in 2025
The running game in Minnesota has been lackluster for the past two seasons. Last year, running backs Alexander Mattison and Cam Akers had their moments, but overall failed to fill the shoes left behind by former running back Dalvin Cook. This season, the running game got a little bit better with the introduction of former… Continue reading Vikings RB Aaron Jones named ideal fit for new team in 2025
Vikings Named “Best Landing Spot” for 10-Time Pro Bowler
Harrison Barden-USA TODAY Sports It was probably inevitable that the Minnesota Vikings would be whispered in Aaron Rodgers’ rumor mill, and in mid-January, here we are. Vikings Named “Best Landing Spot” for 10-Time Pro Bowler Rodgers could retire this offseason, rejoin the New York Jets, or sign with a team. Those are his options. And… Continue reading Vikings Named “Best Landing Spot” for 10-Time Pro Bowler
Vikings named potential suitors for Steelers $6 million starting defender
The Minnesota Vikings saw their 2024 season come to an end thanks to a wild-card game loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday. Now, Minnesota will turn its attention to the offseason, where it has some big questions to answer. While the Vikings have the biggest decision to make at quarterback, another major question… Continue reading Vikings named potential suitors for Steelers $6 million starting defender
Saints named potential landing spot for Vikings QB in free agency
Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The New Orleans Saints enter the offseason with a ton of questions to answer. One question, the quarterback, could end up in… Continue reading Saints named potential landing spot for Vikings QB in free agency