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Cook, who had seven runs that went for at least seven yards, said Minnesota's rushing total should have been higher than it was. "I'm hot about that, I'm mad about that," Cook said. "I just couldn't find my – it's different playing on this grass after playing on turf for three weeks and trying...

The Buccaneers seized momentum with a 20-yard pass and 48-yard touchdown throw by Tom Brady, taking a 7-6 lead with 7:41 left in the second quarter. Minnesota appeared ready to answer, gaining 15 on a completion to Tyler Conklin, 14 on a run by Cook and 15 on a pass to Irv Smith, Jr., moving...

The Vikings have released the list of players that will not dress on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium. Kyle Rudolph, who has started 93 consecutive games, is officially out after being listed as doubtful on Friday. His streak of consecutive games that leads all active NFL tight ends has been...

Consensus grew that the Metrodome — the world's only venue to host a Super Bowl, World Series, MLB All-Star Game and NCAA Men's Final Four — had served its intention and was past its prime. Bagley: "At the time of the roof collapse, we were in the middle of a long-term stadium debate, and our...

The Buccaneers have a handful of standout defenders, but there's a rookie whose name will be quite familiar to Vikings fans. What kind of impact has Antoine Winfield, Jr., made in his first season? CP: That guy is incredible. It doesn't feel like he's a rookie at all. Coaches have been singing...

Getting hot and bringing the pressure | By @LindseyMNSports The Vikings defensive line is finding its rhythm at just the right time. After the departure of Everson Griffen and Linval Joseph in free agency, Michael Pierce opting out due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Danielle Hunter landing on...

As for clinching scenarios, this is what can happen this week: Already clinched playoff spot: New Orleans What can happen in Week 14? Green Bay (9-3) at Detroit (5-7) | 3:25 p.m. (CT) Sunday The Packers can clinch the NFC North with: 1. A Green Bay win and a Minnesota loss/tie OR 2...

Eagan, Minn. (December 10, 2020) – The Minnesota Vikings announce the following roster move: SIGNED TO ACTIVE ROSTER FROM INDIANAPOLIS COLTS PRACTICE SQUAD/EXEMPT: NO...... PLAYER.............................. POS…EXP................. COLLEGE 87…….Hale Hentges...

The move adds depth to the Vikings position group that recently added Brandon Dillon to Injured Reserve and has been without Kyle Rudolph at practice this week due to a foot injury. Smith has been sidelined for the past two games but returned as a limited participant to Thursday's practice...

"They've had some flux with some of their receivers a little bit," Zimmer said. "They've got Antonio Brown in there now, and I think they're just getting more comfortable with each other. "Gronkowski always looks like he's real comfortable with him anyway, but Mike Evans is a terrific receiver...

Kendricks was announced by the NFL on Thursday morning as the Vikings nominee for the 2020 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. Vikings Owner/President Mark Wilf and General Manager Rick Spielman explained the tremendous pride they have in Kendricks during a session with media members...

On the field, Kendricks is known as one of the game's best linebackers. He can flow sideline to sideline, tracking down running backs or hanging in coverage with some of the league's top pass catchers. "He's been tremendous. I think he's playing even better than he did last year," Vikings...

"It's just difficult because, you know, offenses take so good care of the football that it doesn't happen that much," Zimmer said of takeaways. "In order to do that, typically you're getting pressure on the quarterback and he's making poor decisions or there's tipped balls or some kind of ball...

Patterson on early impressions of Brailford: The Vikings signed defensive end Jordan Brailford, a 2019 seventh-round draft pick, off Washington's practice squad in October, but he didn't play his first NFL game until last week. Brailford played just 11 snaps for Minnesota but made them...

EAGAN, Minn. — Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (foot) was among four players not practicing Wednesday. The 10-year pro has started 93 consecutive games, which leads all active tight ends by 49 (Travis Kelce, 44) or more games. The streak is the 20th longest by a Viking at any position and one...

"It was like clockwork," Smith said. "He was always making a pick or a sack or a big hit. And it was cool because – I'm sure getting compared to your dad gets old, and he's his own player, he does his own thing – but you can see [similarities]. The way his dad played, he wasn't the biggest guy...

Vikings-Buccaneers Connections Buccaneers rookie safety Antoine Winfield, Jr., is the son of Vikings Legend Antoine Winfield, who locked down the nickel position for the Vikings from 2004-12 and earned three consecutive trips to the Pro Bowl (2008-10). Vikings receivers coach Andrew Janocko...

The 6-6 Vikings hold the No. 7 NFC Wild Card spot as they head into Tampa Bay this weekend hoping to keep their name in the postseason field. After starting out 1-5, Minnesota has bounced back and continued to fight. The upswing is in part thanks to the Vikings offense finding its groove and...

Considering the expected learning curve of a new team and locker room, coupled with the 2020 offseason altered by the COVID-19 pandemic, Brady has transitioned well and progressed throughout the season. Zimmer pointed out that Brady's personnel has changed some since Week 1. "They've had...

Special Teams: Minnesota's roller-coaster ride on special teams continued Sunday. Rookie K.J. Osborn had three punt returns for 21 yards, including a career-best on an 8-yard return, but he also fumbled once (he recovered the ball). Minnesota also relied on punter Britton Colquitt and gunner...