Bears Bears’ recently hired HC Ben Johnson said his message to the team is to be focused on winning “now.” “Our mission starting this spring is to win and to win now. I get goosebumps right now just thinking about being the head coach of the Chicago Bears. I know exactly what this role and… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Vikings
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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
2025 NFL Mock Draft: NFC North edition 5.0
The 2025 NFL Draft will be here sooner rather than later, and we want to ensure that Vikings fans are the best in the world when it comes to knowing their opponents. To achieve that, we will publish an NFC North mock draft every Friday until draft week. We plan to show you, the fans,… Continue reading 2025 NFL Mock Draft: NFC North edition 5.0
Vikings Tight End Picked Up by NFC Rival for Possible Playoff Activation
Credit: Andrew Nelles / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK The Minnesota Vikings started the 2024 season without starting tight end T.J. Hockenson. He was still recovering from a knee injury after a dirty hit by Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph. Kevin O’Connell was forced to piece the position together until he was active. Josh… Continue reading Vikings Tight End Picked Up by NFC Rival for Possible Playoff Activation
NFC Notes: Jared Goff, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears The presence of Bears president Kevin Warren turned some quality candidates away from Chicago, but new Bears HC Ben Johnson went into the meeting with him and owner George McCaskey with an open mind and eventually decided that the situation was good enough for him to leave Detroit. “Second, there was the presence of… Continue reading NFC Notes: Jared Goff, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Former Vikings draft pick leaves Minnesota to sign with bitter NFC rival
After spending the last three seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, tight end Nick Muse signed a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles on Wednesday to join their practice squad. Muse was originally selected by the Vikings in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft after he spent his college career at South Carolina. During his… Continue reading Former Vikings draft pick leaves Minnesota to sign with bitter NFC rival
Neal: From first to worst, NFC North disappoints in postseason – Star Tribune
Neal: From first to worst, NFC North disappoints in postseason Star Tribune Inbox: There are exceptions, but that’s definitely the rule Packers.com NFC Hierarchy/Obituary: Conference Championship Round edition PhillyVoice.com Lions, Vikings, Packers went from dominant to duds outside NFC North Yahoo Sports Lions, Vikings and Packers combine for ugly playoff collapse that NFL hasn’t seen from a division in… Continue reading Neal: From first to worst, NFC North disappoints in postseason – Star Tribune
NFC Notes: Lions Coordinators, Jeff Hafley, J.J. McCarthy, Packers, Vikings
Lions While cleaning out their lockers on Sunday, several Lions players noted that while they feel their title window is still open, there is no telling what the future can hold during the upcoming offseason. “I feel like it happens to teams every year,” DT Alim McNeill said, via The Detroit News. “Players move in and out.… Continue reading NFC Notes: Lions Coordinators, Jeff Hafley, J.J. McCarthy, Packers, Vikings
Lions, Vikings, Packers went from dominant to duds outside NFC North
After the regular-season finale in Detroit, Lions coach Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, “See you in two weeks.” Less than two weeks later, both teams had said “see ya” to the postseason. The playoff collapse of three NFC North juggernauts — the Lions, Vikings, and Packers — stands in stark contrast to… Continue reading Lions, Vikings, Packers went from dominant to duds outside NFC North
NFC Notes: Kevin O’Connell, Adam Stenavich, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions Lions OT Dan Skipper has gained popularity among Detroit’s fanbase for occasionally lining up as an eligible receiver, recording a nine-yard touchdown on his only reception this season. OL coach Hank Fraley has been taken aback by Skipper becoming a fan-favorite. “It’s just funny to hear a fan base chant an O-lineman’s name, Dan… Continue reading NFC Notes: Kevin O’Connell, Adam Stenavich, Lions, Packers, Vikings