Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has had a lot to smile about recently. (AP Photo/Stacy … [+] Bengs) Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. Two of the NFL’s most competitive divisions — the NFC North and the NFC West — will be featured on prime time in Week 15. The Minnesota Vikings and… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings, Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers Featured In Week 15 Prime Time
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Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase, Vikings QB Sam Darnold highlight Players of the Week
The Chiefs wrapped up the AFC West title on Sunday night thanks in no small effort to Wright’s stuff, specifically a perfect 4-for-4 evening on field goals, including a clang for the crown, as his game-winning 31-yarder hit the left upright and was good for a 19-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. Wright is… Continue reading Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase, Vikings QB Sam Darnold highlight Players of the Week
Vikings QB Sam Darnold named NFC offensive player of the week
After becoming the first Vikings quarterback in 20 years to throw for five touchdowns in a game, Sam Darnold became the first Vikings player this season to take home NFC offensive player of the week honors. Darnold was recognized on Wednesday after setting career highs in touchdowns and yards (with 347) in the Vikings’ 42-21… Continue reading Vikings QB Sam Darnold named NFC offensive player of the week
Vikings playoff clinching scenarios and seeding outlook in Week 15
There are three different ways the 11-2 Vikings can officially clinch a playoff spot this week. If the Rams lose to the 49ers on Thursday night, the Vikings are in. If the Rams win but the Seahawks lose to the Packers on Sunday night, the Vikings are in. If the Rams and Seahawks win, the… Continue reading Vikings playoff clinching scenarios and seeding outlook in Week 15
Minnesota Vikings in the Power Rankings — Entering Week 15
The Minnesota Vikings didn’t just spoil Kirk Cousins’ return to Minneapolis; they gave his Atlanta Falcons an outright paddlin’. So where does this leave the Vikings in the power rankings this week? I’m glad you asked — here is the consensus look at this week’s power rankings. If you have any other rankings you think… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings in the Power Rankings — Entering Week 15
Texans, Steelers, Packers and Vikings can clinch playoff berths this week
Four teams have already clinched playoff berths and four more teams could join them in Week 15. The NFL has released this week’s playoff scenarios and it shows that the Texans, Steelers, Packers and Vikings can all book spots in the tournament. Houston’s path to the playoffs is to beat the Dolphins on Sunday while… Continue reading Texans, Steelers, Packers and Vikings can clinch playoff berths this week
NFL Power Rankings Week 15: Vikings, Seahawks move up, plus breakout player for every team
The NFL Power Rankings hate to tell you this, but the season is nearing its end. The playoff picture is coming into focus. Fans of the seven teams officially eliminated from the playoffs (the Jets, Browns, Patriots, Titans, Jaguars, Raiders and Giants) are digging into Dane Brugler’s NFL Draft content. Fans of the six teams… Continue reading NFL Power Rankings Week 15: Vikings, Seahawks move up, plus breakout player for every team
NFL Week 15 Power Rankings: Sam Darnold and the Vikings are here to stay; surging Seahawks round out top 10
When will Sam Darnold turn back into Sam Darnold? Just admit it, you’ve asked yourself that question this season as the Minnesota Vikings, led by the resurgence of Darnold, have surged to an 11-2 record to establish themselves as legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Yes, the uber-aggressive defense, led by madman-coordinator Brian Flores, has done some… Continue reading NFL Week 15 Power Rankings: Sam Darnold and the Vikings are here to stay; surging Seahawks round out top 10
Pair of Vikings Rookies Made their NFL Debut in the Week 14 Win over the Falcons
Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) looks to throw against the Minnesota Vikings defender Gabriel Murphy (59) during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images Prior to the game, the word about Gabriel Murphy emerged. The pass rusher, fresh off getting activated from the… Continue reading Pair of Vikings Rookies Made their NFL Debut in the Week 14 Win over the Falcons
NFL power rankings: Bills, Eagles fall from top tier; Steelers, Rams, Vikings move up for Week 15
Week 14 in the NFL had a lot of big matchups, and many featured either a lot of scoring or tense, close finishes. Some gave us both. That’s what you get when the December stretch run arrives and that pre-playoff feel is in the air. The NFC and AFC contenders are tuning up ahead of… Continue reading NFL power rankings: Bills, Eagles fall from top tier; Steelers, Rams, Vikings move up for Week 15