Along with Jared Allen finally getting enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Minnesota Vikings got another bit of good news at Thursday night’s NFL Honors ceremony, although this one was a little more expected. Kevin O’Connell was named the 2024 NFL Coach of the Year at tonight’s ceremony, making him the first… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell is the 2024 NFL Coach of the Year
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6 safeties the Minnesota Vikings could target in free agency this year
The Vikings have had one of the best safety rooms in the NFL over the past couple seasons. The trio of Josh Metellus, Camryn Bynum, and Harrison Smith have all complemented each other excellently and fit perfectly into Brian Flores’ scheme. But the continuity of that group is in question this offseason. Bynum is a… Continue reading 6 safeties the Minnesota Vikings could target in free agency this year
Minnesota Vikings named as potential suitor for former Defensive Player of the Year winner valued at over $100 million
Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Minnesota Vikings are fresh off a 14-win season that was one of their most successful in franchise history. While the year was an overwhelming success in that they greatly surpassed all expectations, it was also greatly disappointing due to being eliminated in the Wild Card Round by the Los… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings named as potential suitor for former Defensive Player of the Year winner valued at over $100 million
Vikings Kevin O’Connell named Sporting News Coach of the Year by his peers
Kevin O’Connell of the Vikings is The Sporting News’ 2024 Coach of the Year, and quarterback Sam Darnold is the publication’s Comeback Player of the Year. Both awards are peer-selected. More than 800 players voted this year. O’Connell led the Vikings to a 14-4 finish that included a nine-game win streak in his third season… Continue reading Vikings Kevin O’Connell named Sporting News Coach of the Year by his peers
Darnold wins ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’
Darnold led the Vikings to 14 victories and set career highs in several passing categories in his first season with the team. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was named the 2024 NFL Most Improved Player of the Year by the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA). Darnold led the Vikings to 14 victories… Continue reading Darnold wins ‘Most Improved Player of the Year’
Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year
Although his season ended sourly, Sam Darnold had a great season as the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback. He completed 66.2% of his passes for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns, all career-highs. His performance could land him a postseason accolade. The Associated Press announced its finalists for eight awards on Thursday. Darnold is among five finalists for… Continue reading Vikings QB Sam Darnold named finalist for Comeback Player of the Year
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon is healthy and eager for Year 3
Murphy, who made a career-high six interceptions, said he wants to return, but the Vikings might have to meet his asking price to retain the versatile cornerback. Gilmore, 34, said he’s considering retirement for the first time in his 13-year NFL career. Griffin, 29, had two picks as the No. 3 option under Flores. New… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon is healthy and eager for Year 3
Kevin O’Connell Named PWFA Coach of the Year
The Vikings ranked sixth in passing yards per game (237.8), seventh in passing yards per play (7.38), ninth in points per game (25.4), first in interception rate (3.77 percent), second in rushing yards allowed per game (93.4) and fourth in rushing yards allowed per play (4.05). Wide receiver Justin Jefferson was selected to the PFWA’s… Continue reading Kevin O’Connell Named PWFA Coach of the Year
Vikings’ Jalen Nailor: Puts forth career year
Nailor secured 28 of 42 targets for 414 yards and six touchdowns across 17 regular-season appearances with the Vikings in 2024. He also rushed three times for minus-four yards and lost one fumble. Nailor also secured three of five targets for 33 yards during Minnesota’s wild-card round loss to the Rams. The 2022 sixth-round pick… Continue reading Vikings’ Jalen Nailor: Puts forth career year
Minnesota Vikings News and Links: The Rookie QBs Played Well This Year
The conference championship games are set and the NFC is interesting if Washington beats Philly which they have done once this season. Jayden Daniels success sure does make it hard to not want to see what JJ McCarthy is able to do. It is no wonder there were rumors of Kwesi trying to offer the… Continue reading Minnesota Vikings News and Links: The Rookie QBs Played Well This Year