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    Vikings Announce Termination of David Morgan's Contract

    EAGAN, Minn. — The Vikings on Saturday announced the termination of tight end David Morgan's contract. Morgan, who spent all of the 2019 season on the Physically Unable to Perform list, failed a physical. Originally selected by Minnesota in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, Morgan...
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    Lunchbreak: The Athletic Breaks Down NFC North Ahead of Free Agency

    The NFL canceled its Annual League Meeting due to concerns around the COVID-19 outbreak, but the new league year is still slated to open on March 18, which means free agency is just around the corner. With that in mind, The Athletic asked its NFC North beat writers to "analyze their teams and...
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    Statement From The Minnesota Vikings On Coronavirus

    We continue to closely monitor coronavirus developments and maintain contact with the NFL, health officials and other local professional teams. Consistent with guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we have implemented precautionary procedures to protect staff and...
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    Vikings Terminate Contracts of Joseph and Rhodes; 'Will Remain in Communication' During Free Agency

    EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings on Friday terminated the contracts of veteran defensive tackle Linval Joseph and cornerback Xavier Rhodes. The announcement occurred a few days before the new league year is set to open at 3 p.m. (CT) on March 18 and ahead of the "legal tampering" period...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Safeties

    WHO'S POTENTIALLY OUT THERE: NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling teamed up again this year to rate their top 101 potential free agents. The following safeties are listed in order of their overall rankings: 6. Justin Simmons, 18. Anthony Harris, 29. Devin McCourty, 33. Vonn Bell...
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    E.J. Henderson to be Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame

    Henderson led the team in tackles in 2004, 2006 and 2007. Over nine seasons with the Vikings, he totaled 955 tackles (666 solo) according to coaches' stats, which ranks 12th in team history. He also recorded 15.5 sacks, five interceptions (including one returned 48 yards for a touchdown in...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Cornerbacks

    WHO'S POTENTIALLY OUT THERE: NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling teamed up again this year to rate their top 101 potential free agents. The following cornerbacks are listed in order of their overall rankings, along with their 2019 teams: 8. Byron Jones (DAL), 24. Chris Harris, Jr...
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    Lunchbreak: Onside-Kick Alternative Among NFL's Proposed Rule Changes

    3 Vikings among ESPN's top 100 free agents Free agency is a week away, as the new league year kicks off at 3 p.m. (CT) on March 18. Minnesota is scheduled to have 19 players hit free agency, and Vikings.com has looked at the status of various positions over the past two weeks. A look at...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Defensive Tackles

    With the NFL Scouting Combine in the rearview mirror, 2020 free agency is just around the corner. That period will officially begin at 3 p.m. (CT) on March 18 when the new league year begins. Throughout the week, Eric Smith, Craig Peters and I will continue diving into Minnesota's current...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Linebackers

    SCHEDULED TO BECOME FREE AGENTS: Kentrell Brothers Originally a fifth-round selection in 2016, Brothers has contributed almost solely as a special teamer throughout his four seasons with the Vikings. In 2019, he tied for second on the team with seven special teams tackles. Eric Wilson*...
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    Vikings 2020 Mock Draft Tracker: Version 4.0

    NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah March 2, 2020 The pick: Kristian Fulton, CB, LSU Fulton erased some concerns about his speed at the NFL Scouting Combine, where he ran [the 40-yard dash in] 4.46 [seconds]. He had some rough moments at the end of the year, but his body of work is solid. Click...
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    Vikings Awarded 3 Compensatory Picks in 2020 NFL Draft

    EAGAN, Minn. — The Vikings now will open the 2020 NFL Draft with 10 selections. Minnesota had seven selections entering the offseason, but the Vikings were awarded three compensatory picks, the NFL announced on Tuesday. The Vikings were awarded a third-round comp pick (the 105th overall...
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    Monday Morning Mailbag: Young Players Making the Jump & a Wild (But Unlikely) Trade Scenario

    Do you have a comment or question? Send it to the vikings.com Mailbag! Every Monday we'll post several comments and/or questions as part of the vikings.com Monday Morning Mailbag. Although we can't post every comment or question, we will reply to every question submitted. Click here to submit...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Defensive Ends/Edge Rushers

    With the NFL Scouting Combine in the rearview mirror, 2020 free agency is just around the corner. That period will officially start at 3 p.m. (CT) on March 18 when the new league year begins. Over the next two weeks, Eric Smith, Lindsey Young and I will dive into Minnesota's current roster...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Offensive Line

    POTENTIAL NEED: This unit is always in the spotlight in Minnesota. Zimmer said after the season — and again at the combine — that the unit needs to play better than they did in 2019, particularly in pass protection. Zimmer also mentioned wanting to possibly upgrade the line, which could mean...
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    Vikes Life: NASCAR, Community Connections & a Challenge for Fans

    EAGAN, Minn. – The 2020 NFL Combine is in the rearview mirror, and the Vikings are now turning their attention ahead to free agency, which will open with the new league year on March 18. While Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman, coaches and staff work to make tough roster decisions, players...
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    Lunchbreak: NFL.com Lists Vikings Top 3 Free-Agency Needs

    Thursday's Vikings-centric event featured Heather Lang, Vice President of Marketing at Twin Cities Orthopedics and Revo Health, and five Vikings employees who shared personal experiences and career journeys: Tanya Dreesen, VP of Partnership Activation & Special Projects; Kate Shibilski, VP of...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Tight Ends

    WHO'S POTENTIALLY OUT THERE: NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling teamed up again this year to rate their top 101 potential free agents. The following tight ends are listed in order of their overall rankings: 19. Hunter Henry, 32. Austin Hooper, 62. Eric Ebron, 101. Jordan Reed...
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    Minnesota Vikings Podcast: Pete Bercich Shares Combine Stories + Breaks Down Players with Vikings Ties | Episode 28

    On this edition of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast, Vikings color analyst, former player and coach Pete Bercich sits down with Cy Amundson, Chris Corso and Jay Nelson of vikings.com to share some stories from his experiences at the combine, break down what he saw on the film from players with...
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    Vikings 2020 Free Agency Status: Quarterbacks

    WHO'S POTENTIALLY OUT THERE: NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling teamed up again this year to rate their top 101 potential free agents. The following quarterbacks are listed in order of their overall rankings: 1. Dak Prescott, 7. Ryan Tannehill, 14. Drew Brees, 16. Tom Brady, 22...
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