The Green Bay Packers elevated safety Omar Brown from the practice squad to the gameday roster for Week 17. The move was announced Saturday, making Brown available for Matt LaFleur and the Packers for Sunday’s showdown with the Minnesota Vikings. Brown is being elevated for the second straight week. The move is in response to… Continue reading Packers elevate S Omar Brown from practice squad for Week 17 vs. Vikings
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Chicago Bears could steal top assistant coach from Minnesota Vikings
Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles will be busy again this offseason. Last year, the organization was fixated on selecting the next face of the franchise, using the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft to land Caleb Williams. Now that they’ve secured a QB of the future, it’s… Continue reading Chicago Bears could steal top assistant coach from Minnesota Vikings
Dolphins Pondering a Move that Could Fix Vikings Interior DL Problems Immediately
Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings used the offseason and 2024 NFL Draft to address a handful of issues on the defensive side of the ball. Brian Flores was handed a veteran standout at corner to shore up the position just before the year started. A couple of additions have been made along the… Continue reading Dolphins Pondering a Move that Could Fix Vikings Interior DL Problems Immediately
Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings expected to compete for chance to sign All-Pro
Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images Usually, the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings’ battles are restricted to the field, fighting for the chance to take the NFC North Divisional crown. That’s especially true this season, with both teams sharing the same record ahead of their pivotal Week 17 matchups. Both teams still have a chance at securing… Continue reading Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings expected to compete for chance to sign All-Pro
Russini’s what I’m hearing: Vikings want Darnold back in 2025, Watson’s new deal, Brady’s big role
Anyone else losing track of what day it is? Between NFL on Wednesdays and Saturdays, endless food and end-of-year chaos, it’s a complete blur (and somehow I’m also already out of AA batteries for my toddler boys’ new toys). The holidays really do come with a time warp; add in all the unsolicited life advice… Continue reading Russini’s what I’m hearing: Vikings want Darnold back in 2025, Watson’s new deal, Brady’s big role
Packers vs. Vikings Prediction, Picks & Best Bets: NFL Week 17
The Week 17 matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings will go a long way in determining the winner of the NFC North, and we make our best Packers vs. Vikings prediction for this matchup of two playoff-bound teams. If Minnesota wins, then its game against Detroit next week could be for the… Continue reading Packers vs. Vikings Prediction, Picks & Best Bets: NFL Week 17
Vikings fans remember Greg Gumbel with connection to Adrian Peterson
On Friday, the sports world suffered a tremendous loss in the form of broadcaster Greg Gumbel, who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. He was just 78 years old but left sports fans with a lifetime’s worth of memories, including several with ties to the Minnesota Vikings. On one of the biggest days… Continue reading Vikings fans remember Greg Gumbel with connection to Adrian Peterson
Why Isn’t T.J. Hockenson More Involved In the Vikings Offense?
T.J. Hockenson’s four-year, $66 million extension reset the tight end market, signaling his value to the Minnesota Vikings. They had traded a 2023 second-round pick and a 2024 third-rounder for Hockenson and fourth-round picks in 2023 and 2024. Extending him was the final step. They had Justin Jefferson, their No. 1 receiver, and took Jordan… Continue reading Why Isn’t T.J. Hockenson More Involved In the Vikings Offense?
3 Exciting CB Options for New England Patriots in NFL Free Agency
The New England Patriots have seen their defense slide quite a bit this season, and while a lack of a pass rush is one of the biggest issues, they also have another budding problem. Cornerback depth. Outside of rising star Christian Gonzalez, the Patriots don’t have a whole lot at the cornerback position, and long-time… Continue reading 3 Exciting CB Options for New England Patriots in NFL Free Agency
Packers leaving door open for WR Christian Watson to play vs. Vikings
Green Bay Packers receiver Christian Watson injured his knee on Monday night and didn’t practice all week, but coach Matt LaFleur said the window remains “open” for Watson to play Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. The Packers listed Watson as questionable to play on the final injury report released Friday. “It’s still open,” LaFleur said.… Continue reading Packers leaving door open for WR Christian Watson to play vs. Vikings