Parker Romo in July, during his first stint with the Vikings. (Craig Lassig/The Associated Press) The competition on Nov. 5, a Tuesday off day for the Vikings: Tanner Brown, 24, who has spent time on the Rams practice squad; Andre Szmyt, 26, a former UFLer who has spent time on the Bears practice squad; Tristan… Continue reading How Parker Romo went from working at a golf course to the NFL
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Tony Pollard Only a Flex Option vs. Vikings Shut-Down Run Defense – NFL News
Tony Pollard Only A Flex Option Vs. Vikings Shut-Down Run Defense Share: Link copied to clipboard! 6 mins agoTennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (foot) was cleared from the final injury report this week and will take on the Minnesota Vikings and their stout run defense this upcoming Sunday. With Tyjae Spears returning to the… Continue reading Tony Pollard Only a Flex Option vs. Vikings Shut-Down Run Defense – NFL News
NFL midseason grades: Vikings are surprise, Lions are class of a super-competitive NFC North
Here’s how the NFL is shaping up at midseason in 2024. (Gregory Hodge/Yahoo Sports) Other divisions: AFC East | AFC North | AFC South | AFC West | NFC East | NFC South | NFC West (Grant Thomas/Yahoo Sports) Record: 7-1 (first in NFC North) Top fantasy performer: RB Jahmyr Gibbs, 140.10 points MVP: QB… Continue reading NFL midseason grades: Vikings are surprise, Lions are class of a super-competitive NFC North
NFL Week 11 bold predictions: Titans stun Vikings; Lamar Jackson, Ravens go off vs. No. 2 Steelers defense
For just the fifth time in NFL history and only the third in the Super Bowl era (since 1966), there will be at least three games in Week 11 or later featuring teams with a 70% win percentage or better. One already went down on “Thursday Night Football” with the Philadelphia Eagles improving to 8-2… Continue reading NFL Week 11 bold predictions: Titans stun Vikings; Lamar Jackson, Ravens go off vs. No. 2 Steelers defense
Brian Flores talks Dolphins, reveals if he wants to be an NFL head coach again
Miami Dolphins fans can be disgusted all they want with Brian Flores, but as the current Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator, he has been showing why he will likely be a head coaching candidate again in 2025. In the NFL, it takes a lot to burn bridges. The Vikings’ defense is one of the more physical… Continue reading Brian Flores talks Dolphins, reveals if he wants to be an NFL head coach again
Vikings Coach Calls Out NFL for Treatment of Sam Darnold
Getty Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell It’s happened twice in as many weeks where Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has seen the same protections that quarterbacks around the NFL are afforded. In Week 8, Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young wasn’t flagged for a facemask that allowed him to sack Darnold in the end zone to… Continue reading Vikings Coach Calls Out NFL for Treatment of Sam Darnold
NFL teams with the most deceiving records: 49ers primed to contend; Vikings in trouble?
Ten weeks of the 2024 NFL season are nearly in the books, which means we’re more than halfway through the fall schedule. It also means the playoff picture will be taking shape before you know it. Not every team’s record is a crystal-clear indication of their status, however. Wins are wins, and in the end,… Continue reading NFL teams with the most deceiving records: 49ers primed to contend; Vikings in trouble?
Vikings add underwhelming QB in recent re-do of 2024 NFL Draft
Last April, the Minnesota Vikings made the decision to trade up in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft and select former Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy with the hopes that he can help lead the franchise to its first-ever Super Bowl win. A few months later, some already believe the Vikings picked the wrong… Continue reading Vikings add underwhelming QB in recent re-do of 2024 NFL Draft
NFL Week 10 overreactions: Sam Darnold a problem for Vikings? Chiefs not best in AFC? Cowboys next to fire HC?
Week 10 of the NFL tried to pull off some significant upsets, making the start of the second half of the 2024 regular season even more pivotal for the contenders. The Denver Broncos had the Kansas City Chiefs on the ropes, while the Jacksonville Jaguars did their best to beat the highly favored Minnesota Vikings.… Continue reading NFL Week 10 overreactions: Sam Darnold a problem for Vikings? Chiefs not best in AFC? Cowboys next to fire HC?
NFL insider predicts Vikings lose $10 million breakout star to Titans
The 2024 season hasn’t gone the Tennessee Titans’ way, as Brian Callahan’s squad is 2-7 and near the bottom of the AFC South. The team suffered its seventh defeat of the campaign to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 10 and has lost four of its last five games. One of the primary reasons for… Continue reading NFL insider predicts Vikings lose $10 million breakout star to Titans
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson is the most selfless superstar in the NFL
As he reflected on how the Vikings were defended by the Jacksonville Jaguars this past weekend, star receiver Justin Jefferson provided some insight that perfectly encapsulates how he approaches a particular game plan on a weekly basis. “It doesn’t really matter how defenses play other teams,” Jefferson said. “When we step foot on that field,… Continue reading Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson is the most selfless superstar in the NFL
Vikings predicted to make shocking move on Day 1 of 2025 NFL Draft
When it comes to the NFL Draft, no one tends to agree on anything, especially when it comes to the backend of the first round. You can take this to the bank, however: Any team that drafts a running back on Day 1 will get ripped, ridiculed and graded poorly in real-time by any so-called… Continue reading Vikings predicted to make shocking move on Day 1 of 2025 NFL Draft
Draftkings NFL Showdown Picks: Vikings vs. Titans 11/17/24
Minnesota Vikings vs. Tennessee TitansNovember 17, 2024 1:00 pm EDT The NFL presents Draftkings football fans with a matchup between the Tennessee Titans and the Minnesota Vikings. Let’s take a look at this game from a Draftkings perspective. Before we dive into the Tennessee Titans vs. Minnesota Vikings game let’s review the rules for the… Continue reading Draftkings NFL Showdown Picks: Vikings vs. Titans 11/17/24
Ranking Top 5 enigmas of 2024 NFL season: Vikings’ Sam Darnold, Chiefs’ Travis Kelce offering mixed results
Some NFL players are enjoying career production in 2024. Think Lamar Jackson, who’s on his way to a second straight MVP award. Or Saquon Barkley, who’s revived his rushing game with a new team. Others are undeniably struggling to meet expectations. No. 1 draft pick Caleb Williams is one example, as is the recently benched… Continue reading Ranking Top 5 enigmas of 2024 NFL season: Vikings’ Sam Darnold, Chiefs’ Travis Kelce offering mixed results
Top 20 most-hyped draft prospects ever: Rankings across NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA
Uncertainty and intrigue often surround the No. 1 overall pick heading into a draft. In some years, however, one prospect emerges from the field, and the only uncertainty is whether that player will live up to the massive hype. Enter Victor Wembanyama, the 7-foot-4, 19-year-old out of France, who is universally projected to go No.… Continue reading Top 20 most-hyped draft prospects ever: Rankings across NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA
Chiefs CRUSH Bears & Is Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift a serious relationship? | NFL on FOX Pod
Video Details Dave Helman brings on Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen to react to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs’ win over Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears. Afterwards, Helman gives his personal analysis on how great Kansas City looked and whether the Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift relationship is for real. SEPTEMBER 25, 2023・the… Continue reading Chiefs CRUSH Bears & Is Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift a serious relationship? | NFL on FOX Pod
NFL Legend Donnell Thompson Dies at 65: From Colts Star to Community Leader
Donnell Thompson, a former defensive end for the Indianapolis Colts and later a successful business owner, passed away at 65. Born in Lumberton, North Carolina, Thompson excelled as a defensive tackle at North Carolina before being drafted in the first round by the Baltimore Colts in 1981. He made an immediate impact, earning All-Rookie honors… Continue reading NFL Legend Donnell Thompson Dies at 65: From Colts Star to Community Leader
NFL Legend Joe Schmidt, Hall of Fame Linebacker and Former Lions Coach, Passes Away
The football world mourns the loss of Joe Schmidt, an NFL legend and former Detroit Lions linebacker and head coach, whose extraordinary career left an indelible mark on the sport. Schmidt, a 10-time Pro Bowl selection, was known for his fierce tackling and leadership on the field, helping the Lions secure championships in 1953 and… Continue reading NFL Legend Joe Schmidt, Hall of Fame Linebacker and Former Lions Coach, Passes Away
NFL Super Bowl Champion and High School Coach Allen Aldridge Passes Away at 52
Allen Aldridge, an NFL linebacker and Super Bowl XXXII champion with the Denver Broncos, leaves behind an impactful legacy both on and off the field. Born in Houston, Aldridge played college football for the University of Houston Cougars before being drafted by the Denver Broncos in 1994. His crowning achievement came in 1998 when he… Continue reading NFL Super Bowl Champion and High School Coach Allen Aldridge Passes Away at 52
NFL Legend Jacoby Jones, Hero of Super Bowl XLVII, Dies at 40
Jacoby Jones, former NFL receiver and Super Bowl hero, has died at the age of 40. Jones, who passed away suddenly on Sunday at his home in New Orleans, was renowned for his record-breaking 108-yard kickoff return touchdown during Super Bowl XLVII, which remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history. Jones was drafted by… Continue reading NFL Legend Jacoby Jones, Hero of Super Bowl XLVII, Dies at 40
🏈 Legendary Coach Monte Kiffin Passes Away at 84
Monte Kiffin, the legendary defensive mind and father of Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin, has passed away at the age of 84. Known for his innovative “Tampa 2” defense, Kiffin left an indelible mark on both the NFL and college football. Kiffin’s career began as a player at the University of Nebraska, where he… Continue reading 🏈 Legendary Coach Monte Kiffin Passes Away at 84