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Mike Boone took the handoff near the 13-yard line and slithered through a narrow lane and into the end zone. The Vikings running back was met in the blue paint immediately by teammates Irv Smith, Jr., and left guard Pat Elflein, who helped create just enough space for Boone to make something...

Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer did not provide an update as to Cook’s status after the game. Asked if the injury was the same one Cook has been dealing with, however, Zimmer responded, “No, it’s not.” Thielen said it was difficult to see Cook leave the game. “We know how tough he is, and we...

Stephen, a hefty defensive tackle, couldn’t resist directing some playful ribbing at Waynes, who is regarded as one of the fastest players on the team. “[At least Odenigbo] scored … he ran faster than Trae,” Stephen said with a wide smile. That fumble recovery began a streak of three...

“Pregame, it felt like we were at home – in a different environment, obviously, but it was a home-type of feeling. It’s always been great to see our fans on the road this year – it’s been better than I’ve ever seen it as a Viking. So it definitely helps us, we definitely appreciate that, and...

The selections announced Friday consisted of 18 offensive linemen: seven tackles, seven guards (including McDaniel) and four centers. Five tight ends also were named. McDaniel was joined by fellow guards Bruce Matthews, Larry Allen, John Hannah, Jim Parker, Gene Upshaw and Dan Fortmann.

The Vikings may not use the word “fun,” per se, but right tackle Brian O’Neill is looking forward to the challenge of facing Bosa and Ingram. “That’s the best of the best; that’s as good as you can see,” O’Neill said. “It’s a measuring stick for you as a tackle. … I’ve got goals, too, in this...

Kirk Cousins didn’t have to do much of anything outlandish in a win against the Lions. He threw for 242 yards and a touchdown while completing 80 percent of his passes, highlighted by a 44-yard completion to Stefon Diggs. The Vikings quarterback will be in for a stern test Sunday against a...

Here are three areas to watch in Sunday’s contest, plus some noteworthy stats on both teams: Chargers have weapons at RB | By @Eric_L_Smith The Chargers seemingly have big-play threats all over on offense, but keep an eye on the running back tandem in the backfield. Melvin Gordon, who has...

But make no mistake about it, the 38-year-old Rivers is known as one of the league’s loudest trash talkers … even if he has his own style while doing it. “He just likes playing the game,” said Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer. “He likes going out there and talking to the defense. He’ll talk to...

Los Angeles Rams (8-5) at Dallas (6-7) 3:25 p.m. (CT) Sunday | AT&T Bank Stadium | FOX Outlook: This matchup features a Wild Card hopeful team with a winning record against a sub-.500 team that currently leads its division. The Rams are coming off an impressive 28-12 win over Seattle, and...

The Chargers were eliminated from playoff contention in Week 14 despite the blowout win in Jacksonville. With three games left, what does head coach Anthony Lynn want to see out of his team in the final few weeks of the season? Williams: Lynn wants to see his team execute better and do the...

Zimmer remains ‘baffled’ by Week 2 pass interference call The rule change surrounding review of pass interference calls has been an interesting one, to say the least. Rarely has a pass interference call (or non-call) by NFL officials been overturned. But one of the very few instances of an...

Moss, Randle, McDaniel inducted into Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame Randy Moss, John Randle and Randall McDaniel are each already enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Now the trio has received another accolade, as the teammates on the 1998 Vikings were inducted into the Minnesota...

Lynn on Kirk’s ability to spread the ball around: “Well, the Vikings have a ton of weapons. Those receivers, those running backs – that fullback is really versatile, too. And they’ve got the offensive line that they want – an athletic line that can move, cut-off on the front side, cut in the...

Eyeing a defensive trio It’s been quite clear this week that the Vikings are focused on three specific players on the Chargers defense. Defensive ends Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram have combined for 16.0 sacks, while Vikings Heda Coach Mike Zimmer called safety Derwin James a “game-wrecker” on...

The Vikings (9-4) are making their final road trip of the 2019 regular season, visiting Los Angeles to take on the Chargers during Week 15. The Chargers (5-8) are routed the Jaguars 45-10 in Jacksonville last week but have been eliminated from the AFC Playoffs. Let's see who the experts are...

3. 2015 draft class shining | by Craig Peters The Vikings and Chargers play so infrequently that this will be the first opportunity for several major players on Minnesota’s roster to log significant time in the series. Hunter and draft classmate Stefon Diggs were inactive when the Vikings...

Here are three notes on the matchup and information on how to watch or listen to the game. 50-50 ball: The Vikings are trying to become the first team in the series history to win consecutive games. The teams have alternated victories since December 1971 and are meeting for just the 13th time...

Wednesday's Injury Report — The Minnesota Vikings have released Wednesday's injury report ahead of the game against the Chargers in Los Angeles on Sunday. Running back Alexander Mattison (ankle) was the lone non-participant in practice on Wednesday. Cornerback Xavier Rhodes (ankle)...

EAGAN, Minn. — Last week, Dalvin Cook promised he’d be ready to go. This week, he’s ready to go to California. The sooner the better for the Vikings running back and native of Miami. “Let’s just go to L.A. right now. We could practice out there,” Cook said with a laugh. “We could go out...