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Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after throwing for a touchdown during the first quarter in the game against the Seattle Seahawks at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings runs off the field after a 31-17 win over the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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NFL Graphic Shows A Startling Reality For The Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings had a successful season in 2022, finishing the year with a 13-4 record. Even though they had a great regular season, they ultimately fell to the New York Giants in the Wild Card round of the playoffs. This has been an unfortunate historic trend for the Vikin

Andrew Elmquist • 9 hours ago

A Minnesota Vikings helmet is displayed before the start of a press conference to introduce Head coach Kevin O'Connell at TCO Performance Center on February 17, 2022 in Eagan, Minnesota.

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NFL Fans React To The Passing Of Vikings Legend

The Minnesota Vikings are mourning the loss of their longtime head coach Bud Grant. Grant coached the Vikings for 18 seasons and he had a career record of 158-96-5. He coached them to the NFL championship in 1969. He also led the Vikings to four NFC Championships during his te

Jarrett Prendergast • 2 weeks ago

General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah of the Minnesota Vikings speaks to the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on February 28, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Vikings GM Releases A Statement After Today's Adam Thielen News

The Minnesota Vikings made a tough decision regarding their roster on Friday. After nine seasons with the team, wide receiver Adam Thielen was released. He has been a very good receiver throughout his career. In those nine years, he had 534 receptions for 6,682 yards and 55 to

Jarrett Prendergast • 2 weeks ago

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NFL Fans React To Today's News About Adam Thielen

Adam Thielen #19 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on January 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

Ernesto Cova • 2 weeks ago Adam Thielen is no longer a part of the Minnesota Vikings. The team had to come to this difficult decision for salary-cap purposes, continuing what they claim to be a 'competitive rebuild.' https://twitter.com/TomPelissero/status/1634204525136433159 Thielen was born in Detroit

A detailed view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet during warmups prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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The Vikings Reportedly Have A Trade Offer For A Notable Player

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NFL Fans React To Today's Surprising Vikings News

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A detailed view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet during warmups prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Vikings Receiver Had A Heroic Act For Victim Of Car Crash

Ernesto Cova • 2 weeks ago

Minnesota Vikings helmets on the field before a practice at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 07, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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NFL Fans React To Today's Minnesota Vikings News

Ernesto Cova • 2 weeks ago

A detailed view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet during warmups prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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The Vikings Are Releasing A Former All-Pro Linebacker

Andrew Elmquist • 2 weeks ago

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The Vikings Are Releasing A Former All-Pro Linebacker

A detailed view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet during warmups prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Andrew Elmquist • 2 weeks ago The Minnesota Vikings were one of the NFL's most intriguing teams in 2022. While they had a potent offense, they also had one of the league's worst defenses. This resulted in the Vikings playing in over ten one-score games throughout the season. The Vikings did end up winning

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to the NFC Wild Card playoff game against the New York Giants at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Vikings HC Comments On Future Plans With Justin Jefferson

Andrew Elmquist • 3 weeks ago

Dalvin Tomlinson #94 of the Minnesota Vikings tackles Saquon Barkley #26 of the New York Giants for a loss during the third quarter in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota

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NFL Insider Gives The Latest Update On Vikings' Negotiations With Dalvin Tomlinson

Andrew Elmquist • 4 weeks ago

A detailed view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet during warmups prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Vikings Highlight Career Of Their Veteran Star Receiver

Andrew Elmquist • 1 month ago

Fans gather prior to the NFC Wild Card playoff game between the New York Giants and the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Vikings Fan Sums Up A Great Year For The New Front Office

Jarrett Prendergast • 1 month ago

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Vikings Fan Sums Up A Great Year For The New Front Office

Fans gather prior to the NFC Wild Card playoff game between the New York Giants and the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Jarrett Prendergast • 1 month ago The Minnesota Vikings are coming off a disappointing finish to their 22-23 season. Despite going 13-4, the Vikings lost a home playoff game in the first round to the New York Giants. But, how they got to 13-4, is a credit to the job done by the first-year General Manager Kwesi Ad

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NFL Fans React To Brian Flores' New Job

Former Head Coach Brian Flores of the Miami Dolphins on the field prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Hard Rock Stadium on October 23, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Robert Marvi • 1 month ago The Minnesota Vikings, who had a disappointing showing in the NFL playoffs this year, will have a new defensive coordinator, as Brian Flores has just been hired to take on that role. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1622726236266168320 Vikings fans seem pretty happy about

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings takes the field before the start of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Justin Jefferson Looks To Break The MVP Tradition

Matthew Willis • 2 months ago

Dalvin Cook #4 of the Minnesota Vikings walks out prior to the NFC Wild Card playoff game against the New York Giants at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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NFL Insider Reveals Exciting Dalvin Cook Update

Jarrett Prendergast • 2 months ago

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Vikings, Dolphins Request Interview With Seahawks Assistant

Matthew Willis • 2 months ago

A detailed view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet during warmups prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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The Vikings Make A Change After An Early Exit

Andrew Elmquist • 2 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings participates in warmups prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on January 01, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Vikings 41-17.

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Justin Jefferson Had A Season To Remember In 2023

Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago

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Justin Jefferson Had A Season To Remember In 2023

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings participates in warmups prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on January 01, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Vikings 41-17.

Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago The Minnesota Vikings struck gold with Justin Jefferson. It's crazy to think that he was the 22nd overall pick, but it's crazier to realize that he was actually the fifth receiver taken in his class. Jefferson has done nothing but shatter records in his brief career, even topping

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings looks onward during pregame against the New York Giants at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Justin Jefferson Is Joining Elite Company In 2022

Robert Marvi • 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates on the field after defeating the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Are The Minnesota Vikings Overrated?

Jarrett Prendergast • 3 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts after a play against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Stat Shows How Explosive Justin Jefferson Has Been This Year

Matthew Willis • 3 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings takes the field before the start of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Justin Jefferson Is In A Class By Himself Since 2020

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

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Justin Jefferson Is In A Class By Himself Since 2020

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings takes the field before the start of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago Justin Jefferson is showing why the Minnesota Vikings were wise to draft him with the 22nd overall pick in 2020. Since coming into the NFL back in 2020, he's been proving he's an elite receiver. With him going into his third season in the NFL, he's making some history. This hi

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Justin Jefferson Leads A Star-Studded NFL Race

he Minnesota Vikings celebrates on the field after defeating the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 24, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Andrew Elmquist • 4 months ago Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, continues to make his case as one of the best young players in the NFL. And it's not just Vikings fans that think so. https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1597363456470142977 As it currently sits, Jefferson has garnered the highest

Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings walks off the field after losing to the Dallas Cowboys at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Kirk Cousins Has Been Clutch For Vikings This Season

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings runs off the field after a 31-17 win over the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Should Kirk Cousins Be Considered An Elite QB?

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates a reception for a first down during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 30, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Video Shows Justin Jefferson Looking Ready To Go

Andrew Elmquist • 4 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings plays against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 05, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Justin Jefferson Already Finds Himself In The Hall Of Fame

Andrew Elmquist • 4 months ago

Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates with Ed Ingram #67 and Garrett Bradbury #56 after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver Justin Jefferson #18 in the second quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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2 Reasons Why The Vikings Are Winning In 2022

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

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2 Reasons Why The Vikings Are Winning In 2022

Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates with Ed Ingram #67 and Garrett Bradbury #56 after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver Justin Jefferson #18 in the second quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago As the NFL heads into Week 11, the Minnesota Vikings are finding themselves with an amazing 8-1 record. This record now ties them in the NFC with the Philadelphia Eagles, who lost their first game of 2022 on Monday night. While many thought the Green Bay Packers were going to be

Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after the Wikings defeated the Washington Commanders 20-17 at FedExField on November 06, 2022 in Landover, Maryland.

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Do The Vikings Deserve To Be No. 1 In The Power Rankings

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings catches a pass in front of Cam Lewis #39 of the Buffalo Bills during the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium on November 13, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York.

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Where Does Justin Jefferson's Catch Rank All-Time?

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings catches a pass in front of Cam Lewis #39 of the Buffalo Bills during the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium on November 13, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York.

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Is Justin Jefferson The Best WR In The NFL?

Robert Marvi • 4 months ago

Duke Shelley #20 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after knocking a pass away in the end zone during overtime against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on November 13, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York.

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Are The Vikings Now The NFL's Best Team?

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago

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Are The Vikings Now The NFL's Best Team?

Duke Shelley #20 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after knocking a pass away in the end zone during overtime against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on November 13, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York.

Matthew Willis • 4 months ago The Minnesota Vikings put on a wonderful show for NFL fans on Sunday, defeating the Buffalo Bills in overtime. With the win, some fans are calling the Vikings one of the best teams in the NFL. However, are they the best after getting that monumental win in Buffalo? The