Getty QB Sam Darnold, formerly of the Minnesota Vikings. The Minnesota Vikings were essentially a perfect fit for quarterback Sam Darnold in 2024, and that led to the best year of his career and a $100.5 million contract from the Seattle Seahawks earlier this offseason. However, Darnold is unlikely to recreate that success in Seattle… Continue reading Sam Darnold Expected to Take Big Step Back After Leaving Vikings
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Minnesota Vikings nearly triple spending on undrafted rookies
Money doesn’t guarantee much beyond getting talent in the door. Coach Kevin O’Connell said recently that he tells tryout players about success stories like fullback C.J. Ham, who made the team on a tryout with nothing guaranteed, or a more recent example: edge rusher Bo Richter, who carved out a special teams role last year… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings nearly triple spending on undrafted rookies
Your daily Vikings trivia game, Thursday edition
Hey Minnesota 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… Continue reading Your daily Vikings trivia game, Thursday edition
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Makes Life-Changing Announcement – Athlon Sports
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Makes Life-Changing Announcement Athlon Sports J.J. McCarthy and his fiancee announce they’re expecting first child this fall Sports Illustrated Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy, Fiancee Katya Announce They’re Expecting Baby Boy in IG Photo Bleacher Report Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Makes Life-Changing Announcement Before OTAs BVM Sports J.J. McCarthy’s surprise offseason update has Vikings fans beaming The Viking… Continue reading Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Makes Life-Changing Announcement – Athlon Sports
‘Some’ NFL Teams Reportedly Still Wonder if Aaron Rodgers is Waiting on Vikings
“Some” NFL teams wonder if free agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has been without a team since the New York Jets released him in March, is waiting on the Minnesota Vikings to potentially offer him a job, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler on the Dan Patrick Show on Wednesday (10-minute mark). “There’s some teams I’ve talked… Continue reading ‘Some’ NFL Teams Reportedly Still Wonder if Aaron Rodgers is Waiting on Vikings
Justin Jefferson is setup for a lot of tough matchups in 2025
Justin Jefferson prides himself on being able to hit several statistical achievements each year. He knows he is the benchmark for the Vikings offense at time, so if he is doing well, most often the entire team is. Jefferson averages just under 100 yards per game, as he gets about 96 yards per game on… Continue reading Justin Jefferson is setup for a lot of tough matchups in 2025
Popular Ex-Viking Faces Daunting Career Outlook
Dec 4, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A detailed view of the cleats worn by Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (2) before the game against the New York Jets at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports. Former Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison hasn’t reached an age anywhere near “over the hill.”… Continue reading Popular Ex-Viking Faces Daunting Career Outlook
Vikings’ Jefferson on playing flag football at 2028 Olympics: ‘It’s a dream’
NFL owners have unanimously approved a resolution allowing the league’s players to participate in flag football when the sport makes its debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. The vote took place at the Spring League Meeting in Eagan, MN, and passed 32-0. This sets into motion a process that will involve the NFL,… Continue reading Vikings’ Jefferson on playing flag football at 2028 Olympics: ‘It’s a dream’
The Crystal Ball Says… – Daily Norseman
In my inaugural article for the DN, I discussed reasons for optimism in 2025. The first was key free agency additions, particularly in the trenches. This builds on the greatest free agent class the team has ever had in 2024. The second was an unwavering faith that J.J. McCarthy is the real deal. Our Montana.… Continue reading The Crystal Ball Says… – Daily Norseman
Vikings will host Patriots for joint practices in training camp
The Vikings will welcome the New England Patriots for joint practices during training camp at TCO Performance Center in August. The two teams — and their young quarterbacks — are scheduled to play a preseason game at noon on Saturday, Aug. 16, at U.S. Bank Stadium. A full schedule for Vikings training camp, including ticket… Continue reading Vikings will host Patriots for joint practices in training camp