The Minnesota Vikings’ defense made significant strides in 2024, ranking third in EPA per play and fifth in points allowed. They also led the league with 33 takeaways, 24 of which were interceptions. Much of the success could be attributed to edge defenders Andrew Van Ginkel and Jonathan Greenard, key free-agent signings last March. Greenard… Continue reading Which Vikings earned Defensive Player of the Year…
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Which Vikings earned Defensive Player Of the Year votes?
The Minnesota Vikings’ defense made significant strides in 2024, ranking third in EPA per play and fifth in points allowed. They also led the league with 33 takeaways, 24 of which were interceptions. Much of the success could be attributed to edge defenders Andrew Van Ginkel and Jonathan Greenard, key free-agent signings last March. Greenard… Continue reading Which Vikings earned Defensive Player Of the Year votes?
Dunford Named Summit League Player to Watch
Story Links SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – North Dakota State softball sophomore pitcher Kaitlyn Dunford has been named a Player to Watch by the Summit League ahead of the 2025 season, announced the league office Wednesday morning. Dunford is coming off of an Honorable Mention All-Summit League campaign as a freshman. The… Continue reading Dunford Named Summit League Player to Watch
Minnesota Vikings named as potential suitor for former Defensive Player of the Year winner valued at over $100 million
Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings are fresh off a 14-win season that was one of their most successful in franchise history. While the year was an overwhelming success in that they greatly surpassed all expectations, it was also greatly disappointing due to being eliminated in the Wild Card Round by the Los… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings named as potential suitor for former Defensive Player of the Year winner valued at over $100 million
Vikings Encounter a Difficult Balance with Key Special Teams Player
Sep 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings place kicker Will Reichard (16) celebrates his field goal against the Houston Texans in the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images Sinking a pick into a kicker means that there’s a high level of belief in that specialist’s ability to succeed. The… Continue reading Vikings Encounter a Difficult Balance with Key Special Teams Player
PFF makes obvious choice for most improved Vikings player in 2024
Pro Football Focus recently announced its most improved player from each team during the 2024 NFL season. Most selections were young players who made jumps during their rookie contracts. However, this wasn’t the case for the Minnesota Vikings, whose selection was not only a veteran but was also the league’s most-improved player. According to the… Continue reading PFF makes obvious choice for most improved Vikings player in 2024
PFF tabs a Vikings player on offense to breakout in 2025
Every season is filled with players who come out of nowhere to have stellar seasons and become “breakout” stars. This season, one of those players was none other than Minnesota Vikings‘ quarterback Sam Darnold. Darnold came from draft bust and relegated backup to having a career season and leading the Vikings to the playoffs. Every… Continue reading PFF tabs a Vikings player on offense to breakout in 2025
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
Darnold wins ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’
Darnold led the Vikings to 14 victories and set career highs in several passing categories in his first season with the team. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was named the 2024 NFL Most Improved Player of the Year by the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA). Darnold led the Vikings to 14 victories… Continue reading Darnold wins ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’
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