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FILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) hands off to running back Melvin Gordon (25) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Denver. The Broncos take on the New York Giants on Sunday. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Broncos' expectations high for '21, hopes for Giants dimmer

By Tom Canavan Sep. 09, 2021 04:46 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Healthy again, Burrow leads Bengals against Vikings

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 09, 2021 02:20 PM EDT

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

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

Judgement II: Giants' expectations higher with new signings

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 04:19 PM EDT
NEW YORK GIANTS (6-10) New faces: WR Kenny Golladay, WR Kadarius Toney, WR John Ross, TE Kyle Rudolph, CB Adoree Jackson, RB Devontae...

Pressure's on Zimmer, Vikings, looking to lean on restored D

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 03:45 PM EDT
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (7-9) New faces: DT Dalvin Tomlinson, DT Michael Pierce, CB Patrick Peterson, CB Bashaud Breeland, TE Chris Herndon, K...

Slimmer Pat Graham looking for more from Giants' defense

By Tom Canavan Aug. 05, 2021 05:39 PM EDT
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — While Pat Graham isn't a big fan of playbooks, the slimmed-down New York Giants defensive coordinator did let his mind wander...

Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer, left, listens to wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) during NFL football training camp Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Buoyed by experienced 'D,' Zimmer exudes unfamiliar optimism

By Dave Campbell Jul. 29, 2021 07:28 PM EDT

Zimmer, Vikings aim for rebound with restocked defense

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:28 AM EDT
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (7-9) CAMP SITE: Eagan, Minnesota LAST YEAR: After a badly deteriorated defense and a rash of...

Big season for Judge, Jones, Barkley and restocked Giants

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:20 AM EDT
NEW YORK GIANTS (6-10) CAMP SITE: East Rutherford, New Jersey LAST YEAR: Despite the devastating injury to RB Saquon...

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter runs through a drill during NFL football minicamp practice Wednesday, June 16, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Back from neck injury, grateful Hunter excited about Vikes D

By Dave Campbell Jun. 16, 2021 06:26 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter (99) watches during NFL football minicamp practice Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. Hunter just signed a re-worked contract. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Vikes further bolster front by signing DT Sheldon Richardson

By Dave Campbell Jun. 15, 2021 11:56 AM EDT

File-This Oct. 31, 2020, file photo shows Michigan defensive lineman Kwity Paye (19) rushing the quarterback during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State in Ann Arbor, Mich. Paye is one of the top edge rushers in this year’s draft who could entice the Vikings with the No. 14 overall pick. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
With needs on both lines, Vikes have draft-pick limitations

By Dave Campbell Apr. 23, 2021 04:27 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) carries the ball in for a touchdown after a reception in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn in Auburn, Ala. The New York Giants spent the two months leading up to the draft in a somewhat unexpected dip into the free agency market that filled holes at wide receiver and cornerback, and narrowed their positional needs. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Despite free agent pickups, Giants have lots of draft needs

By Tom Canavan Apr. 23, 2021 03:52 PM EDT

Free agency sets up Giants, Judge for NFL draft at No. 11

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:37 PM EDT
11. NEW YORK GIANTS (6-10) LAST SEASON: Despite an 0-5 start and the loss of Saquon Barkley to a knee injury in the second game, Joe Judge...

With No. 14 pick, Vikings could use boost on both lines

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:32 PM EDT
14. MINNESOTA VIKINGS (7-9) LAST SEASON: Minnesota stumbled to a 1-5 start due largely to a deteriorated defense coach Mike Zimmer declared...

NY Giants grab another free agent, sign DT Danny Shelton

Mar. 29, 2021 05:52 PM EDT
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have signed veteran defensive tackle Danny Shelton. A first-round draft choice with...

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, file photo, New York Giants nose tackle Dalvin Tomlinson looks on against the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL football game, in Seattle. In a deal announced late Monday, March 15, 2021, the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a contract with former New York Giants defensive tackle Tomlinson. (AP Photo/Larry Maurer, File)
'Our big prize': Vikes laud Tomlinson's size, skill, smarts

By Dave Campbell Mar. 18, 2021 06:00 PM EDT

FILE - New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) is shown in action during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. Leonard Williams got everything he wanted in a three-year, $63 million contract with the New York Giants before the start of free agency. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Giants' Williams says he got what he wanted in free agency

By Tom Canavan Mar. 18, 2021 03:12 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020 file photo, Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson (21) reacts to a play during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Glendale, Ariz. The Minnesota Vikings agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $10 million with eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback Patrick Peterson on Wednesday March 17, 2021 according to a person with knowledge of the negotiations.(AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
AP source: Vikings agree to deal with CB Patrick Peterson

By Dave Campbell Mar. 17, 2021 10:30 PM EDT