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Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ers

September 15, 2024

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Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches 97-yard touchdown pass. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The struggles Sam Darnold endured through his first five years in the NFL relegated him to backup duty last season with San Francisco, yet another prospect failing to perform like a premium draft pick. He’s been quickly regaining his status in Minnesota. Darnold…

Darnold throws 2 TD passes and Van Ginkel scores on a 1-handed INT as Vikings easily top Giants 28-6

September 8, 2024

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(AP Photo/Adam Hunger)EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ (AP/KVRR) – Sam Darnold had one of those super performances at MetLife Stadium that New York Jets fans hoped to see weekly after he was drafted No. 3 overall in 2018. Six years later as a member of the Minnesota Vikings, he did it against, of all teams, the Giants on his old home turf….

Vikings and CB Stephon Gilmore agree to 1-year deal

THE DEAL PROVIDES DEPTH TO A VIKES CB ROOM THAT HAS DEALT WITH INJURIES DURING TRAINING CAMP.

August 18, 2024

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EAGAN, Minn. (KVRR)–The Minnesota Vikings have dealt with injuries throughout training camp in their cornerback room. Sunday, the Vikings added some experience in their secondary. On Monday, August 12, Minnesota brought in veteran CB Stephon Gilmore for a visit, but the two sides did not agree to a contract, but evidently stayed in touch. According to ESPN sources, Minnesota and…

Vikings rookie QB J.J. McCarthy to miss entire season

August 14, 2024

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J.J. McCarthyBEREA, Ohio (AP) — Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy will miss the season after undergoing surgery on his right knee. McCarthy had an operation on Wednesday to repair a torn meniscus suffered at some point during his preseason debut last weekend against Las Vegas. The former Michigan standout had a solid training camp and had been expected to…

Former Bison Jabril Cox signs with Minnesota Vikings

July 25, 2024

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EAGAN, Minn. (KVRR) – Former NDSU Bison player, Jabril Cox, has signed with the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings made the announcement on social media on Thursday. Cox is heading into the fourth season of his professional career. The linebacker spent the first two years with the Dallas Cowboys before playing last year with the Washington Commanders. In his career with…

Minnesota Vikings agree to contract extension with Christian Darrisaw

July 23, 2024

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(Minnesota Vikings)EAGAN, Minn. (KVRR) – The Minnesota Vikings announced on Tuesday that they have agreed to a contract extension with offensive tackle, Christian Darrisaw. It is a four-year extension that would keep the 25-year-old under contract through the 2029 season. Darrisaw was the 23rd overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and has since started 39 of 41 games he…

Vikings receiver Jordan Addison arrested in California on suspicion of DUI

July 15, 2024

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LOS ANGELES (AP/KVRR) – Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison has been arrested in California on suspicion of driving under the influence, the second straight year he has found trouble behind the wheel right before the beginning of training camp. The Vikings said Monday they’re aware of the incident and gathering more information but had no further comment. According to the California…

Minnesota Vikings 4th round rookie Khyree Jackson dead after crash in Maryland

July 6, 2024

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MARYLAND (KVRR) – According to the Dr. Henry A. Wise Athletic Dept. in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, Khyree Jackson has died. Jackson was a fourth round pick for the Minnesota Vikings in the 2024 NFL Draft. The Minnesota Vikings posted on X about the passing of Jackson in an overnight car crash. The athletic dept. acknowledged that two other former players,…

Vikings Finish OTAs: Darnold Named QB1; McCarthy Ready to Work

UPDATES FROM THE FINAL WEEK OF VIKINGS VOLUNTARY ORGANIZED TEAM ACTIVITIES.

June 14, 2024

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EAGAN, Minn. (KVRR)–The Minnesota Vikings held their mandatory minicamp last week and wrapped up their voluntary Organized Team Activities this week. The biggest news out of OTA’s this week was the announcement that Sam Darnold will be the starting quarterback entering training camp. Darnold, the number-3 overall pick in 2018 by the New York Jets is entering his 7th year…

Atlanta Falcons forfeit fifth-round pick, fined for tampering with Kirk Cousins

June 13, 2024

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(AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)ATLANTA (AP/KVRR) – The Atlanta Falcons were stripped of a fifth-round pick in next year’s draft on Thursday for violating the NFL’s anti-tampering rules prior to signing quarterback Kirk Cousins, wide receiver Darnell Mooney and tight end Charlie Woerner in free agency in March. The NFL also fined the team $250,000, while general manager Terry Fontenot has been…