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FILE - Baltimore Ravens tight end Josh Oliver looks on before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Jan. 8, 2023, in Cincinnati. The Minnesota Vikings ramped up their run blocking on Monday, March 13, 2023, by agreeing to terms with Oliver on a three-year, $21 million contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn, File)
AP source: Vikings convert Cousins bonus, clear $16M off cap

By Dave Campbell Mar. 14, 2023 03:53 PM EDT

FILE - Minnesota Vikings special teams coach Matt Daniels walks along the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 27-24. Daniels has made a strong impact on the Vikings in his first season as special teams coordinator, overseeing some noticeable improvement by the kicking game units and developing a deep sense of camaraderie among the group of unsung players. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Vikings special teams have bonded, blossomed behind Daniels

By Dave Campbell Jan. 13, 2023 07:25 PM EST

FILE - Movers sorts boxes for packing at the Los Angeles Chargers' facility after NFL football minicamp, Thursday, June 15, 2017, in San Diego. Finding a home on and off the field can be an overwhelming chore for many NFL players. Especially in a topsy-turvy league where job security is far from guaranteed. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy, File)
NFL players tackle housing issues when joining teams

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 27, 2022 03:34 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore warms up before the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Minnesota Vikings at Carolina Panthers 10/17/2021

Oct. 17, 2021 11:57 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws under pressure from Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton (98) during the first half of an NFL football game Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Vikings TE Smith likely done for season after knee surgery

By Dave Campbell Sep. 01, 2021 01:46 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts tight end Farrod Green, center, is tackled by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chazz Surratt, left, and cornerback Camryn Bynum, right, after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Early returns: Rookie Smith-Marsette gives Vikings a spark

By Dave Campbell Aug. 24, 2021 08:36 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) talks with Detroit Lions running back Adrian Peterson (28) during pregame of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 12:48 PM EST

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. ...

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

Raiders place RB Doug Martin on IR, sign DT Corey Liuget

Aug. 25, 2019 03:01 PM EDT
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — The Oakland Raiders have placed running back Doug Martin on injured reserve and signed former Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Corey...