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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates his touchdown pass to running back Alexander Mattison (25) in the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Vikings debut new offense in 34-25 preseason win over Saints

By Brett Martel Aug. 09, 2019 11:30 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 23, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. takes part in an NFL football team training camp in Eagan, Minn. The Vikings have thrust their second-round draft pick into their tight end-heavy offense, carefully evaluating Irv Smith Jr. in training camp to see what he'll be capable of handling during a rookie season that always comes with a steep learning curve.(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)
Immersing Irv: Vikings have big plans for rookie tight end

By Dave Campbell Aug. 06, 2019 06:23 PM EDT