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Atlanta is 0-5 so far. What is the biggest reason the Falcons have yet to record so a win so far in 2020? KC: Two things: The Falcons have really struggled to generate a pass rush. When the Falcons signed Dante Fowler in free agency, the team hoped he'd give the group a boost. He hasn't...

Be prepared for anything and everything | By @pcraigers What will the Falcons do under new leadership? Rather than a late-season takeover, Morris has roughly two-thirds of a season — albeit a weird and unprecedented one — to establish his identity on the team and effectively interview for...

"I think before this thing's said and done, you're going to see him get an opportunity to produce and be a part of our team. I'm really proud of how far he's come," Kubiak added. "I just walked off the field … and he had a really good practice. … I'm really pleased at how Rico and Phil are...

Let's see who the experts are picking to win the game: Vikings 34, Falcons 24 — Gregg Rosenthal, NFL.com The Vikings are the opposite of the suspect 4-1 Bears, one of the better 1-4 teams in recent memory. While Mike Zimmer's defense is slowly improving, Gary Kubiak's offense is a dangerous...

Patterson on Ngakoue's impact in the run game There was no question when the Vikings traded for defensive end Yannick Ngakoue that he was a talented pass rusher, but how has he been against the run for Minnesota? Patterson said he's been pleased with Ngakoue's performance through his first...

Vikings defensive end Ifeadi Odenigbo received 13.8 percent of the votes, while linebacker Eric Kendricks received 12.6 percent. A category of "other" accounted for 12.3 percent. If Ngakoue does, indeed, take down Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan first, it will mark his sixth sack in Purple and...

Layers of purple helmets and jerseys encircled the safety, mirroring endless rows of starkly empty, purple seats in the background. Anthony Harris' voice carried easily over warmup music, his passionate messaging a pump-up beat of its own. "I'm trying to speak the truth, man. Be yourself,"...

Thielen's six receiving touchdowns are tied with Tampa Bay's Mike Evans for the league's most in 2020. Thielen was ranked behind the following receivers (from 1-12): DeAndre Hopkins (Cardinals), Michael Thomas (Saints), Julio Jones (Falcons), Davante Adams (Packers), Tyreek Hill (Chiefs)...

"Obviously it's something that you, as a running back, the more touches you get, the more you can get in a rhythm," Mattison said. "So it's awesome to have the experience, but now we'll take that into this week as we go on to get Atlanta." Mattison fared well as a rookie in 2019, running for...

Eric Kendricks took over in that game, but coaches shifted the responsibility to Wilson in Week 3. Wilson's prior experience of learning all three linebacker positions has "definitely helped" his transition to the role. "Knowing the little intricacies of the defense, and even if we have new...

Wednesday's Falcons Injury Report: The Falcons also had a Pro Bowler who did not practice Wednesday. Atlanta receiver Julio Jones has been battling a hamstring injury that caused him to miss Weeks 3 and 5. S Jaylinn Hawkins (concussion) and DT Deadrin Senat (rest) also did not participate. LB...

We caught up with Brian this week for a Water Break, presented by Crown Royal. Q: Has your preparation watching film changed at all in recent years, and how does that aspect help you for weekly opponents? A: "That comes with experience. I think anytime you do something over and over again...

PFF: Jefferson shining, Gladney improving in 2020 Analytics website Pro Football Focus released their weekly update on all first-round picks, and had positive reviews for Justin Jefferson and Jeff Gladney. Jefferson, who was the 22nd overall pick in the draft, has a grade of 84.3 through...

EAGAN, Minn. – The Vikings defensive line has undergone changes over the past number of weeks. The unit is still without Pro Bowl defensive end Danielle Hunter, who is on Injured Reserve and has not practiced since Aug. 14. Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer spoke with media members Wednesday and...

The Vikings did just about everything right in Seattle, but couldn't come away with a win against the Seahawks. Minnesota has now turned its full attention to Atlanta, with the 0-5 Falcons coming to town this weekend. Here's a look at where the 1-4 Vikings rank before Week 6: No. 19 (down...

"Looking back on things now, I've come to find joy from things in this past year that I was able to experience with her," Ham said. "To sign that contract, and for her to see me really live out my dream, it's those moments that I really cherish. "I just remember how happy she was, the smiles...

Here's an Early Look at the Vikings Week 6 matchup against the Falcons, presented by Minnesota Eye Consultants, the Proud Ophthalmology Partner of the Minnesota Vikings. Passing: Kirk Cousins had an up-and-down performance in Week 5, as he accounted for multiple touchdowns, but also multiple...

2. Turning heads at the all-star game Brailford impressed during the 2019 East-West Shrine Game, during which he sacked Boise State quarterback Brett Rypien and later recovered a Rypien fumble. At the 2019 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Brailford ran the 40-yard dash in 4.65 seconds...

Eagan, Minn. (October 13, 2020) – The Minnesota Vikings have announced the following roster moves: SIGNED TO ACTIVE ROSTER: NO...... PLAYER............................. POS…EXP................. COLLEGE 67....... Jordan Brailford.................... DE....... 3......... Oklahoma State...

Vikings-Falcons Connections Falcons tight ends coach Ben Steele spent time on the Vikings practice squad/in Minnesota's offseason program in 2003 and 2004. Professional Connections Steele also was a member of the Texans in 2006-07 (did not play) when Vikings Offensive Coordinator Gary...