Murphy finished with eight tackles (five solo), including two tackles for losses, in Sunday’s 30-27 win over the Bears. The slot cornerback also played on 99 percent of the defensive snaps, the eighth game in a row in which he’s played on more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps. Murphy has 53 tackles (42… Continue reading Vikings’ Byron Murphy: Records eight stops in win
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Vikings snap counts, PFF grades vs. Bears: T.J. Hockenson’s role grows
The Vikings blew a late 11-point lead and managed to hold on for a rollercoaster overtime victory over the Bears at Soldier Field on Sunday. It didn’t exactly go to plan, but four wins in a row is four wins in a row. Minnesota needed everyone in this game, from Sam Darnold to non-Justin Jefferson… Continue reading Vikings snap counts, PFF grades vs. Bears: T.J. Hockenson’s role grows
These aren’t the same old Vikings
Late in the third quarter of the Vikings’ game Sunday at Soldier Field, the Fox broadcast mentioned a statistic so absurd that it would have held up as the most memorable part of the game if not for, well, the rest of the game. The Vikings were near the Bears goal line, and it was… Continue reading These aren’t the same old Vikings
Panthers claim cornerback off waivers
CHARLOTTE — The Panthers added another cornerback with size to the mix on Monday. The team added former Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans off waivers. The 2022 fourth-rounder has played in seven games this year but started 15 for the Vikings last season. The 6-foot-2, 198-pound Evans has only played three snaps on defense this season… Continue reading Panthers claim cornerback off waivers
Nick Muse waived by Vikings on his birthday, just as brother Tanner was 3 years ago
Tight end Nick Muse was waived by the Minnesota Vikings on his birthday, just as his older brother, Tanner, was three years ago. (Photo by Bailey Hillesheim/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) In the view of Nick Muse, there is no bad NFL history. There is only NFL history, which Muse and his older brother, Tanner,… Continue reading Nick Muse waived by Vikings on his birthday, just as brother Tanner was 3 years ago
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
Cardinals/Vikings Opening Odds: Minnesota Favored in Return Home
The Minnesota Vikings are set to make their return to U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday afternoon when they host the Arizona Cardinals in Week 13 of this 2024 NFL season. Riding a four-game winning streak, including winning away from home in each of the last three weeks, the Vikings are the early favorites to get… Continue reading Cardinals/Vikings Opening Odds: Minnesota Favored in Return Home
Sam Darnold can take the Vikings as far as they want to go
The duality of veteran quarterback Sam Darnold is something that has come to define the Vikings at different points of this season. He has the arm talent to make some throws that completely defy logic. He also has the irrational confidence to take some risks that probably shouldn’t be taken. If he’s able to strike… Continue reading Sam Darnold can take the Vikings as far as they want to go
Panthers awarded claim on former Vikings CB Akayleb Evans
The Carolina Panthers are looking to make an addition to their secondary. As first reported by NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport on Monday, the team has been awarded their waiver claim cornerback Akayleb Evans. The 25-year-old was waived by the Minnesota Vikings this past Saturday. Evans, who split his college ball between the University of… Continue reading Panthers awarded claim on former Vikings CB Akayleb Evans
Vikings waive TE Nick Muse
The Vikings designated tight end Nick Muse to return Wednesday, opening his 21-day practice window. The team announced Monday that it has waived Muse. Muse was placed on injured reserve Sept. 18 after he fractured his hand. The injury occurred in Minnesota’s Week 2 win over San Francisco. Muse stayed in the game and successfully… Continue reading Vikings waive TE Nick Muse