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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
After clutch performance, Vikings need Cousins to keep it up

By Dave Campbell Dec. 02, 2020 06:58 PM EST

Vikings cut long snapper Cutting after slump in 2nd season

Dec. 01, 2020 05:26 PM EST
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings waived long snapper Austin Cutting on Tuesday, their latest instance of special teams turnover. ...

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to throw against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Hinton promoted with all 4 Denver QBs out

By The Associated Press Nov. 29, 2020 12:29 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Minneapolis. The Cowboys won 31-28. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Streak stop: Dalton's 3 TDs lift Cowboys past Vikings 31-28

By Dave Campbell Nov. 22, 2020 07:58 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) looks to throw against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Drew Lock gets start at QB for Broncos vs. Dolphins

By The Associated Press Nov. 22, 2020 12:14 PM EST

Detroit Lions Austin Bryant (94) blocks the punt by Minnesota Vikings Britton Colquitt (2) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Minneapolis. (Carlos Gonzalez/Star Tribune via AP)
Special teams giving Vikings plenty of trouble this season

By Dave Campbell Nov. 20, 2020 08:06 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Nick Foles tries to throw under pressure from Minnesota Vikings defensive end Ifeadi Odenigbo (95) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, in Chicago. Foles was injured on the play and left the game. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Cousins steps back to forefront for Vikings with Cook slowed

By Dave Campbell Nov. 17, 2020 06:10 PM EST

Vikings cut Elflein; former starter had slow injury recovery

Nov. 14, 2020 08:18 PM EST
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings waived guard Pat Elflein on Saturday, in the middle of another injury-impacted season for a player who started 43...

NFL announces Salute to Service Award nominees

Nov. 11, 2020 12:01 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — Nominees for the NFL's annual Salute to Service Award for this year include players, coaches, team executives, and even cheerleaders. ...

Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (15) bobbles a catch in the end zone as Minnesota Vikings defensive back Holton Hill (24) defends the play during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Vikings place CB Hill on IR, long snapper on COVID list

Nov. 10, 2020 06:52 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2018, file photo, former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Randy Moss speaks after receiving his Hall of Fame ring during halftime of an NFL football game between the Vikings and the Green Bay Packersin Minneapolis. The Vikings have drafted six Hall of Famers in the first round. None made more of a splash than Randy Moss in 1998.(AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
For Vikes, hard to find bigger 1st-round draft hit than Moss

By Dave Campbell Apr. 21, 2020 06:34 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is about to be sacked by Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter (99) during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
Vikings embrace underdog status in playoffs, prep for Saints

By Dave Campbell Dec. 30, 2019 06:26 PM EST

CORRECTS TO DELETE THE ADJECTIVE, OVERSIZED, TO DESCRIBE THE STAFFED ANIMAL WHICH IS 8 INCHES TALL - Fans place a toy black cat on the rail by end zone seating at an NFL football game between the Minnesota Vikings and Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019. A black cat ran onto the field last week in a game between the Cowboys and the New York Giants. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Minnesota Vikings at Dallas Cowboys 11/10/2019

Nov. 10, 2019 08:34 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns punter Britton Colquitt kicks against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game in Pittsburgh. The Minnesota Vikings have yet another new specialist, veteran punter Britton Colquitt, after making the swap for Matt Wile. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)
With Colquitt, Vikings hope to have found kicking continuity

By Dave Campbell Sep. 02, 2019 06:43 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 9, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Laquon Treadwell (11) walks on the field in the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. Treadwell is likely closing in on the end of his lackluster tenure with the Vikings, three years after they drafted the wide receiver in the first round. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Kicker/punter prospect Vedvik among Vikings cuts

By Dave Campbell Aug. 31, 2019 06:17 PM EDT

Vikings Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:01 PM EDT
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (8-7-1) New faces: C Garrett Bradbury, RG Josh Kline, DT Shamar Stephen, TE Irv Smith Jr., RB Alexander Mattison, P/K Kaare Vedvik,...

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer walks off the field after an NFL preseason football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2019, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 25-19. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
NFL 2019: Buzz is missing, but pressure persists for Vikings

By Dave Campbell Aug. 22, 2019 12:00 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings kicker Dan Bailey takes part in kicking drills during the NFL football team's training camp Monday, July 29, 2019, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Specialist spots still in flux, as Vikings add kicker/punter

By Dave Campbell Aug. 12, 2019 07:45 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Baltimore Ravens kicker Kaare Vedvik (6) boots a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football preseason game in Baltimore. Looking for solutions for their longtime kicking issues, the Minnesota Vikings traded for Vedvik from the Ravens on Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Gail Burton, File)
Vikings get kicker/punter Kaare Vedvik in trade with Ravens

By Brian Hall Aug. 11, 2019 03:28 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings center Garrett Bradbury, left, and tackle Olisaemeka Udoh take part in drills during the NFL football team's training camp which opened with rookies and select veterans Tuesday July 23, 2019, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
As rookies begin camp, Vikings face high expectations

By Dave Campbell Jul. 23, 2019 08:22 PM EDT