Getty Head coach Kevin O’Connell of the Minnesota Vikings looks on versus the Los Angeles Rams. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans was claimed by the Carolina Panthers on Monday, November 25, effectively ending his time in Minnesota. The Vikings waived Evans on Saturday, November 23 to make roster room for tight end Nick Muse, who… Continue reading Vikings Lose $4 Million Former Starter to NFC Foe
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NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears The Bears came up short in Week 12 but showed more offensive promise under interim OC Thomas Brown. Chicago QB Caleb Williams explained how Brown has helped him feel more comfortable during the game specifically with communication. “He has a certain aura to him that he just allows you to play free,” Williams said,… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Jameson Williams, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions Lions WR Jameson Williams trails only Colts WR Alec Pierce in yards per catch 22.4 to 22.7, respectively. Williams isn’t worried about chasing stats and doesn’t pay attention to yards per catch. “Nah, that stat don’t really matter to me,” Williams said, via Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk. “I just look at… Continue reading NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Jameson Williams, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Playoff model predicts Vikings finish with third-best record in NFC
Maybe Joe Nelson, who predicted the Vikings to go 12-5 this season, really is a genius? Yes, it is me, Joe Nelson, writing this article, but I can’t help but notice how smart I look after making the bold prediction way back in early September. Here I am now, scanning the internet and finding myself… Continue reading Playoff model predicts Vikings finish with third-best record in NFC
NFC Notes: Jake Bates, Sam Darnold, Jared Goff, Lions, Vikings
Lions Lions K Jake Bates drilled a pair of 50-plus yard field goals including a 58-yarder to help seal Detroit’s improbable comeback in Houston. Bates reflected on his crazy rookie season to this point and being the hero on Sunday Night Football. “I think it almost feels too scripted, it’s too good to be true,”… Continue reading NFC Notes: Jake Bates, Sam Darnold, Jared Goff, Lions, Vikings
NFC Notes: Za’Darius Smith, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears Bears QB Caleb Williams said his chemistry with D.J. Moore isn’t quite where they want and admitted its been frustrating on both of them. “Obviously, it’s not in a place — from the past games — where we would like it,” Williams said, via Courtney Cronin of ESPN. “Both of us. It’s frustrating because… Continue reading NFC Notes: Za’Darius Smith, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings