INDIANAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings’ decision-makers did not waste time at the NFL Scouting Combine. They met with agents, interviewed players and set the table for what is certain to be a busy next couple of weeks. By Tuesday, the team must decide whether to place a tag on quarterback Sam Darnold. Deadlines late in… Continue reading What I heard about the Vikings at the NFL combine: Expect a flurry of moves in free agency
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Vikings Considering Re-Signing Daniel Jones; Colts In Play For QB?
Lost in the shuffle among this year’s free agent quarterback crop, Daniel Jones still looms as a potential bridge option for a team. After Geno Smith, Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold rejuvenated their careers on one-year deals in recent years, Jones could be in play for a team eyeing a similar rebound for a once-highly… Continue reading Vikings Considering Re-Signing Daniel Jones; Colts In Play For QB?
Kevin O’Connell holds the crown in the Vikings QB room in one area
Athletes at the NFL Combine get bigger, faster, and stronger every year. But Kevin O’Connell, who participated in the 2008 Combine and was a third-round pick by the New England Patriots in that draft, can hold bragging rights over the Minnesota Vikings quarterback room. O’Connell joined Rich Eisen and Daniel Jeremiah in the NFL Network… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell holds the crown in the Vikings QB room in one area
Vikings Eye Greg Newsome II in Trade amid Secondary Rebuild
The Minnesota Vikings are considering a trade for Browns cornerback Greg Newsome in response to pressing issues in their secondary ahead of the 2025 offseason. Newsome, selected 26th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, has faced challenges, including a disappointing 2024 season where he recorded career lows. With the Browns facing significant salary cap issues,… Continue reading Vikings Eye Greg Newsome II in Trade amid Secondary Rebuild
Report: Raiders Interested in Acquiring Sam Darnold from Vikings
The deadline for teams to place franchise or transition player tags on pending free agents is this coming Tuesday at 3:00 PM Central time. While the Minnesota Vikings have not made any public indication that they might use the tag on quarterback Sam Darnold, there is a team out there that is reportedly interested in… Continue reading Report: Raiders Interested in Acquiring Sam Darnold from Vikings
Your daily Vikings trivia game, Saturday edition
Hey Vikings fans! We’re back for another day of the Daily Norseman in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form. Today’s Daily Norseman in-5 game If you can’t see the game due… Continue reading Your daily Vikings trivia game, Saturday edition
Hendo Appreciation Day, Vikings free agency and the NSIC Tourney
Eric Henderson just won a 20th game for the fifth time in his six seasons at SDSU, and still has a shot at a fifth regular season Summit League title, as well. With a Jackrabbit squad that will have a decent shot at winning his third Summit League Tournament title next week — and therefore… Continue reading Hendo Appreciation Day, Vikings free agency and the NSIC Tourney
Insider suggests Vikings will look to extend coordinators this spring
The Minnesota Vikings completed the first of their offseason priorities when they signed coach Kevin O’Connell to a multiyear contract extension. One of the next orders of business will be keeping O’Connell’s coaching staff with him. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores and offensive coordinator Wes Phillips both have contracts that expire after the 2025 season, and… Continue reading Insider suggests Vikings will look to extend coordinators this spring
Which NFL Draft prospects tested as Vikings at Day 1 of the NFL Combine?
The NFL Draft Scouting Combine is in full swing, with player interviews continuing and on-field testing entering its second day. Day one saw testing completed by the defensive linemen, linebackers, and edge rushers. One of those positions is a need for the Vikings as they look to solidify their defensive front alongside Harrison Phillips. One… Continue reading Which NFL Draft prospects tested as Vikings at Day 1 of the NFL Combine?
Minnesota Vikings Rumors from the NFL Combine with Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune
The NFL Combine is happening right now, and all 32 teams, including the Minnesota Vikings, are in the thick of discussing their own free agents and those from other teams. It’s a crucial time for teams to decide who stays and who goes for the upcoming season. Andrew Krammer from the Star Tribune is reporting… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings Rumors from the NFL Combine with Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune