DAVE CAMPBELL
Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison runs from Detroit Lions safety Will Harris, left, during a 15-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Half empty: Vikings offense dissects post-halftime problems

By Dave Campbell Oct. 13, 2021 06:03 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The bye week is usually when coaches around the NFL dive

Detroit Lions free safety Tracy Walker III (21) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 19-17. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Lions' Campbell can't hide tears for latest last-second loss

By Dave Campbell Oct. 10, 2021 06:19 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Dan Campbell has tried to soak the Detroit Lions in his

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison runs from Detroit Lions safety Will Harris, left, during a 15-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings survive Lions rally 19-17 on Joseph FG at final gun

By Dave Campbell Oct. 10, 2021 04:38 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Mike Zimmer has seen enough game-deciding kicks in eight

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) passes as he is tackled by Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Malik Jackson (97) and defensive tackle Malik McDowell (58) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. The Browns won 14-7. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings need boost but can't bank on winless Lions as remedy

By Dave Campbell Oct. 07, 2021 01:28 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have found no more reliable remedy

FILE - Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) drops into coverage against the Dallas Cowboys during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, in this Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, file photo. Finally, this appears to be the week the Minnesota Vikings will have Anthony Barr back on the field. Injuries have kept the four-time Pro Bowl linebacker out for the last 18 games. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Vikings' Barr finally back; knee injury brought 'down days'

By Dave Campbell Oct. 06, 2021 07:22 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Anthony Barr has been cleared to rejoin the Minnesota

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (27) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run ahead of Minnesota Vikings free safety Xavier Woods (23) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
On the run: Bulked-up Vikings 'D' still vulnerable on ground

By Dave Campbell Oct. 04, 2021 03:33 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings made a major investment in their

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (27) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run ahead of Minnesota Vikings free safety Xavier Woods (23) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
In Stefanski's return, Browns defense dominates Vikings 14-7

By Dave Campbell Oct. 03, 2021 04:34 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After winning the NFL's Coach of the Year award in his first

FILE - In this Aug. 21, 2021, file photo, Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak watches warmups prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Minneapolis. Three games into his debut as the play caller, Kubiak is clicking with quarterback Kirk Cousins and making a seamless transition from his now-retired father. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs, File)
From one Kubiak to another, Vikings offense staying in sync

By Dave Campbell Sep. 30, 2021 07:24 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The architect of the improvement Minnesota's offense made

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws under pressure from Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) in the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
With extra-confident Cousins, Vikings prep for potent Browns

By Dave Campbell Sep. 30, 2021 06:06 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings have taken a while to

Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) tackles Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (25) in the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Ailing defense puts Seahawks in unfamiliar 'race' to keep up

By Dave Campbell Sep. 26, 2021 10:23 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As more and more time passes from those back-to-back Super

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws under pressure from Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) in the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Cousins, Vikings cruise 30-17, end skid vs. Seahawks

By Dave Campbell Sep. 26, 2021 07:44 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After two narrow losses to start the season, Kirk Cousins

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
For Cousins and winless Vikings, nemesis Seahawks are next

By Dave Campbell Sep. 23, 2021 04:58 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kirk Cousins moved last week into fourth place on Minnesota

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph (1) walks to the sidelines after missing a game-winning field goal attempt against the Arizona Cardinals after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 34-33. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Hexed? Vexed? Vikings try to stay on track after missed kick

By Dave Campbell Sep. 20, 2021 07:03 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings haven't given up on Greg Joseph. He

FILE- In this Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, file photo, Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (7) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. Peterson describes himself as a born leader. That's one of the reasons why the Minnesota Vikings wanted to sign the eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback this year, even if he's past his prime. Peterson and the Vikings have their hands full this week against his former team the Arizona Cardinals. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean, File)
'Born leader' Peterson guides Vikings D, to visit Cards next

By Dave Campbell Sep. 15, 2021 05:31 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — As a free agent for the first time in his career this

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer talks with an official in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Flagged for inauspicious activity: Vikes dogged by penalties

By Dave Campbell Sep. 13, 2021 06:33 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings wore purple jerseys and white pants

FILE - In this Jan. 12, 1975, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Joe Greene (75) defends a pass as Minnesota Viking players Andy Maurer (66), Ed White (62), Mick Tingelhoff (53) and Ron Yary (73) protect quarterback Fran Tarkenton (10) during NFL football's Super Bowl IX at Tulane Stadium New Orleans, La. Tingelhoff, the ultimate ironman who started 240 consecutive games at a bruising position for the Minnesota Vikings and played in four Super Bowls, died, the Vikings and the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. He was 81. (AP Photo/Harry Hall, File)
Vikings ironman and Hall of Famer Mick Tingelhoff dies at 81

By Dave Campbell Sep. 11, 2021 05:57 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Hall of Fame center Mick Tingelhoff, the ultimate ironman

FILE - In this Oct 6, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Brian O'Neill (75) get set during an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. The Vikings have signed O’Neill to a contract extension. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis, File)
Vikings sign RT Brian O'Neill to contract extension

By Dave Campbell Sep. 08, 2021 01:33 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have taken many measures toward

FILE - Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen (97) signals teammates during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Minneapolis, in this Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, file photo. The Minnesota Vikings are bringing back defensive end Everson Griffen, now the fourth player on defense to rejoin the team this year after time away with another team. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Vikings hope family reunion on defense sparks resurgence

By Dave Campbell Sep. 06, 2021 04:05 PM EDT
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have been trying to keep their window

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Rodgers return has Packers aiming higher than NFC North

By Dave Campbell Sep. 02, 2021 12:52 PM EDT
The goal of a division title for Green Bay’s competitors felt in closer reach

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
With last-chance vibe, Vikes aim to overcome early setbacks

By Dave Campbell Sep. 01, 2021 08:29 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — For a franchise that is no stranger to drama, the Minnesota