Vikings in QB shortage, with Cousins out for COVID protocols
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have started their second week of training camp with a severe shortage of quarterbacks, with Kirk Cousins and two of his backups sidelined under COVID-19 protocols. Cousins, Kellen Mond and Nate Stanley were placed on the NFL’s reserve list for COVID-19 on Sunday. The trio was first held […]
O’Neill, now leader of Vikes line, on track for big new deal
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Starting just his fourth NFL season, Brian O’Neill has suddenly found himself as one of the senior members of Minnesota’s oft-fluctuating offensive line. Soon he might be paid like it, too. Entering the final year of his rookie contract, O’Neill is likely the next player on the roster in line for […]
Buoyed by experienced ‘D,’ Zimmer exudes unfamiliar optimism
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — For all his decades in football as a decidedly no-nonsense coach, Mike Zimmer has long defended his ability and willingness to adapt strategies to match shifts in styles and trends around the NFL. The 65-year-old Zimmer has made it look at the start of training camp as if he’s evolving into […]
‘Built to last’: In 10th year, Cousins relishes durability
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — When his assumed replacement was drafted this spring, Kirk Cousins found himself facing a likely end date for his time with the Minnesota Vikings. Being finished playing football will probably be a different story. Even though he’s entering his 10th year in the NFL, in some ways Cousins is just getting […]
Vikings reassign unvaccinated coach Dennison to advisor role
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings and assistant coach Rick Dennison have found a solution for him to remain with the club despite his unvaccinated status prohibiting from interacting with players, agreeing to contract terms with the 63-year-old to take a role as senior offensive advisor. The Vikings announced the reassignment on Tuesday, the […]
Vikings sign receiver/returner Dede Westbrook, agency says
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings signed former Jacksonville wide receiver Dede Westbrook on Sunday, adding some needed depth at the position and another option for a punt returner. Westbrook’s agency announced the news on Twitter. The product of Oklahoma, who was a fourth-round draft pick by the Jaguars in 2017, caught only one pass […]
Zimmer, Vikings aim for rebound with restocked defense
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (7-9) CAMP SITE: Eagan, Minnesota LAST YEAR: After a badly deteriorated defense and a rash of turnovers by QB Kirk Cousins left the Vikings at 1-5 entering their bye week, the brilliance of rookie WR Justin Jefferson and workhorse RB Dalvin Cook helped them finish on a better note. Cousins recovered from the […]
Vikings-owning Wilfs finalize MLS purchase of Orlando City
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The owners of the Minnesota Vikings have finalized the acquisition of Orlando City, giving the Wilf family control of the MLS franchise. The Lions announced Wednesday that brothers Mark Wilf and Zygi Wilf and their cousin, Lenny Wilf, will be managing partners. Mark Wilf will serve as chairman and governor. The […]
Vikings rookie Jaylen Twyman recovering from gunshot wounds
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Vikings rookie defensive tackle Jaylen Twyman is recovering from four gunshot wounds that caused scary but superficial injuries after bullets hit a vehicle he was riding in, his agent Drew Rosenhaus said Monday night. Twyman does not need surgery and is expected to make a full recovery from the exit wounds […]
Back from neck injury, grateful Hunter excited about Vikes D
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Neck injuries are no joke for an NFL player, and Danielle Hunter’s was serious enough to sideline him for the entire 2020 season. Wincing while the Minnesota Vikings struggled badly without their two-time Pro Bowl defensive end, who became the youngest player in league history to reach 50 career sacks, Hunter […]