Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports. You might be down bad if the 2-8 Las Vegas Raiders no longer need your services. Raiders Say Goodbye to Former Vikings Defender That’s the story for former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Lynch, who Las Vegas dropped on Tuesday. Lynch could still return to the practice squad, a verdict that will… Continue reading Raiders Say Goodbye to Former Vikings Defender
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Bears reunite with old weapon in under-the-radar move before Vikings clash
The Chicago Bears have bolstered their defense ahead of a Week 12 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears held workouts for various secondary players on Tuesday, and they have re-signed veteran safety Adrian Colbert, per Tom Pelissero on X, formerly Twitter. Colbert appeared in two games for Chicago in 2022, and he spent time… Continue reading Bears reunite with old weapon in under-the-radar move before Vikings clash
Vikings, Rams, Commanders lead Defense (D/ST) Start Em / Sit Em for Week 12 | Rotoworld | NFL on NBC
Rotoworld’s Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) breaks down his top defenses (D/ST) fantasy football managers should consider starting in NFL Week 11 (Vikings, Rams, Commanders) and one they should consider sitting (Dolphins). #NFL #defense #fantasyfootball #dst Read Eric’s full Defense (D/ST) Rankings and Streamers column: https://www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/football/news/fantasy-football-week-12-defense-dst-rankings-and-streamers » Watch SNF on Peacock: https://peacocktv.smart.link/v82e9dl56 » Subscribe to NFL on… Continue reading Vikings, Rams, Commanders lead Defense (D/ST) Start Em / Sit Em for Week 12 | Rotoworld | NFL on NBC
How will the Vikings defend Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams?
As the Vikings prepare for the Chicago Bears this weekend, defensive coordinator Brian Flores has already spent countless hours in the lab trying to figure out how to stop rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. That could be easier said than done. He was the No. 1 pick in the 2024 draft for good reason. There is… Continue reading How will the Vikings defend Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams?
How Minnesota’s Pass Rush and Coverage Combined To Sack Will Levis Five Times
The Minnesota Vikings’ defense had another dominant day on Sunday against Will Levis and the Tennessee Titans en route to a 23-13 victory and an 8-2 record. The defense has pulled the Vikings through three consecutive games with up-and-down offensive performances. Even including the gaffe that led to a 98-yard TD, Minnesota’s defense dominated the… Continue reading How Minnesota’s Pass Rush and Coverage Combined To Sack Will Levis Five Times
Stage set for Aaron Rodgers to pull a Favre and join Vikings next year?
The New York Jets fired general manager Joe Douglas on Tuesday, six weeks after they fired head coach Robert Saleh. They’ll have a completely new regime in place in 2025, which likely means Aaron Rodgers won’t be back as their quarterback. If Rodgers wants to keep playing, and if he and the Jets mutually decide… Continue reading Stage set for Aaron Rodgers to pull a Favre and join Vikings next year?
Vikings & Polaris Host Salute to Service Baby Shower, V.A. Hospital Visits & More
MINNEAPOLIS – It was a morning filled with bonding and gratitude. The Vikings joined forces last week with Polaris and United Service Organizations (U.S.O.) to host a Salute to Service baby shower celebrating 10 military mothers who are expecting new arrivals in the coming weeks and months. Several members of the Vikings Home Team (spouses… Continue reading Vikings & Polaris Host Salute to Service Baby Shower, V.A. Hospital Visits & More
Viking View: Blitz obsessed | Sports
Vikings 23, Titans 13 by Patrick P. Marek They say that the blitz giveth, and the blitz taketh away. When it is at its best, a well-timed blitz can open multiple paths to the quarterback and destroy the best laid plans of offensive coordinators and NFL quarterbacks. When the blitzing defenders get home… Continue reading Viking View: Blitz obsessed | Sports
Vikings’ Pat Jones II is setting himself up for massive payday in 2025
The Vikings’ defense has played a major role in their success in 2024. Brian Flores’s schemes for packages and pressure have him being considered for a head coaching job in 2025, but he isn’t the only one who may get a chance elsewhere. If the Vikings decide they cannot afford him, edge rusher Pat Jones… Continue reading Vikings’ Pat Jones II is setting himself up for massive payday in 2025
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