As a Minnesota Vikings fan, Sunday’s matchup may include the two teams you least wanted to watch in Super Bowl LIX. We’re happy not to see the coronation of a division rival, but many of us have at least as much disdain for the Philadelphia Eagles as we do for the Detroit Lions. If you… Continue reading Minnesota’s Defensive Tackle Solution Might Be Playing In the Super Bowl
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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?
Vikings trade prediction sends 2-time All-Pro QB to Minnesota as J.J. McCarthy’s mentor
The debate rages on over what the Minnesota Vikings should do at the quarterback position entering the new league year. Bring back starter Sam Darnold on the franchise tag or a new multi-year contract? Or move on from Darnold and hand the reins to 22-year-old phenom prospect J.J. McCarthy? While you could make an argument… Continue reading Vikings trade prediction sends 2-time All-Pro QB to Minnesota as J.J. McCarthy’s mentor
Top 5 running back targets for Vikings early in 2025 NFL draft
With the NFL’s pre-draft process heating up, it’s a good time to get familiar with some of the players the Minnesota Vikings could target with their first pick in April. Here at Vikings On SI, we’re taking a look at five players at positions of need who the Vikings should be looking at, whether with… Continue reading Top 5 running back targets for Vikings early in 2025 NFL draft
Dolphins predicted to replace Tua Tagovailoa with star Vikings quarterback prospect
The new NFL league year will kick-off in early March with the start of 2025 free agency, and all eyes will be on the Minnesota Vikings and quarterback Sam Darnold. If Darnold leaves Minnesota for a lucrative, multi-year contract — the Las Vegas Raiders have been a popular landing spot — the Vikings will likely… Continue reading Dolphins predicted to replace Tua Tagovailoa with star Vikings quarterback prospect
Kevin O’Connell: Brian Flores and I feel we have some unfinished business together
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell changed defensive coordinators after his first season on the job, but he won’t have to make another change before his fourth season. Brian Flores’s work with the Minnesota defense was a big reason why the team went 14-3 and it got him interviews for head coaching jobs last month, but… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell: Brian Flores and I feel we have some unfinished business together
Vikings Face Quarterback Dilemma Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, and the Future of Minnesota’s QB Position – Sports
The Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback situation is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about topics in the NFL this offseason, with several important decisions looming over the franchise’s future. Currently, the Vikings have a trio of quarterbacks vying for roles in 2025: Sam Darnold, who is coming off a career year and a nomination… Continue reading Vikings Face Quarterback Dilemma Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, and the Future of Minnesota’s QB Position – Sports
Viking “Fan of Year” Betsy Fine revels Super Bowl experience
Betsy Fine is going to the Super Bowl. Who is Betsy Fine and why is she off to New Orleans? It’s because she was honored with the trip by the Minnesota Vikings because she is the team’s 2024 Fan of the Year. As part of the honor as the Minnesota Vikings Fan of the Year,… Continue reading Viking “Fan of Year” Betsy Fine revels Super Bowl experience
Vikings Coaches: The NFL Carousel Update
Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator Brian Flores addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center on July 25th, 2024. Flores was hired in February 2023 to take over for Ed Donatell after Minnesota finished 30th in points allowed. The Minnesota Vikings’ 2024 season ended three and a half weeks ago, losing in Round 1 of the… Continue reading Vikings Coaches: The NFL Carousel Update
Could the Vikings be playing the Steelers in Ireland next season?
News broke Friday morning that the Pittsburgh Steelers will be hosting a game in Dublin, Ireland during the 2025 season. Who will they play? Ar Aghaidh Linn 🇮🇪☘️ The NFL is coming to Dublin, Ireland and the @steelers are the designated team! pic.twitter.com/kpAemsOUvc — NFL UK & Ireland (@NFLUKIRE) February 7, 2025 The NFL hasn’t… Continue reading Could the Vikings be playing the Steelers in Ireland next season?