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Favre said he saw something special in Stefanski then, and he’s enjoyed watching the coach’s career evolve over his years with the team. “I really liked him,” Favre said. “I was really happy to see him get the [offensive coordinator] job.” A few other friendly faces remain from Favre’s time...

Bailey flew his plane to Minnesota for the Vikings offseason program this spring. On off days or after wrapping workouts, Bailey would head over to Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie and quickly and quietly join the clouds. He “kind of buzzed around” northern Minnesota and also flew over the...

The Vikings (7-3) will head back home to U.S. Bank Stadium to take on the Denver Broncos following a huge victory over the Dallas Cowboys on the road last week on national television. The Broncos (3-6) are coming off their bye week that followed a 24-19 win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 9...

EAGAN, Minn. — “D” is for “disguise” within Denver’s defense. The Broncos (3-6) have an ability within the back end of their defense to keep cards close to the vest and create confusion under Head Coach Vic Fangio, whose successful scheme as defensive coordinator in Chicago helped the Bears...

Eagan, Minn. (November 14, 2019) – The Minnesota Vikings announce the following roster moves: SIGNED FROM PRACTICE SQUAD: PLACED ON RESERVE/INJURED: PLAYER................... POS... EXP................... COLLEGE SIGNED TO PRACTICE SQUAD: PLAYER................... POS...

Here are other highlights from the Broncos talking about the Vikings this week: Fangio on Vikings LB Eric Kendricks: “He was a guy that I liked the year he came out in the draft, and I’m not surprised by his play. He excels in the area that you need to excel in most as an inside linebacker...

Through 10 games, the Vikings defense ranks seventh in the NFL against the run by allowing just 91.2 yards per game. And it’s safe to say that unit is coming off its best performance of the 2019 season. Minnesota shut down Ezekiel Elliott on Sunday night, as the Cowboys running back had just...

Vikings Defensive Tackle Linval Joseph: “Danielle is on his way. Any athlete you’ve ever asked for, I feel like he’s in the top three of anybody’s list. He’s smart, he works hard, he makes plays and cares about others.” Vikings Linebacker Anthony Barr: “He just goes out and does things the...

5. Keeping an eye on the playoff race The NFC playoff field appears as if it is going to be full of heavyweights, as there are currently five teams in the conference with seven-plus wins. Here is a look at the current NFC playoff picture: 1. San Francisco (8-1) – NFC West leader 2. Green...

Entering the Vikings Week 11 contest against the Broncos, Dalvin Cook leads the NFL in rushing yards (991) and yards from scrimmage (1,415). The third-year running back has been crucial to Minnesota’s success on the ground. But the rookie behind him, Alexander Mattison, has been a welcome...

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings (7-3) will return home after two weeks on the road to host the Denver Broncos (3-6) at noon (CT) Sunday. Here are three notes on the matchup and how to watch or listen to the game. Remarkably close over time: Sunday’s game is the 15th meeting between...

Wednesday's Injury Report - The first Vikings injury report of Week 11 has been released advance to the game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Four Vikings did not participate in practice on Wednesday. Wide receiver Adam Thielen (hamstring), guard Josh Kline (concussion), defensive...

But in a game on national television, Cook showed off his dual-threat ability for everyone to see. He had 26 carries for 97 hard-earned yards, with his touchdown run coming on a 2-yard scamper into the end zone on fourth down. And Cook set a season-high with seven catches while tying his...

On this edition of Under Center with Kirk Cousins, the Vikings quarterback is joined by the other two members of his position room, Sean Mannion and Jake Browning. The trio shares some inside jokes, their wild journeys to the NFL and the duties of each throughout the season. Listen to the show...

VIKINGS-BRONCOS CONNNECTIONS Vikings P Britton Colquitt played for the Broncos from 2010-15. Minnesota Assistant Head Coach/Offensive Advisor Gary Kubiak played quarterback for the Broncos from 1983-90. Kubiak then joined Denver’s coaching staff from 1995-2005 before returning for two...

The Vikings have won five of their past six games following a victory on the national stage of Sunday Night Football during Week 10. Minnesota moved to 7-3 and still sits a game behind the Green Bay Packers (8-2) in the NFC North. The experts released their Power Rankings lists heading into...

VIKINGS NAMED NFC PLAYER OF THE WEEK UNDER ZIMMER Anthony Barr, LB 2014, Week 8, at Tampa Bay Special Teams Adam Thielen, WR 2014, Week 13, vs. Carolina Special Teams Marcus Sherels, PR 2015, Week 8, at Chicago Linval Joseph, DT 2015, Week 9, vs. St. Louis Terence Newman...

A pair of Vikings have been recognized by the analytics website Pro Football Focus for their strong play — both in the most recent game and for the entire season. Tight end Kyle Rudolph was named to PFF’s Week 10 Team of the Week after his impressive performance Sunday night in Dallas. PFF...

Here’s a look at 10 numbers of note heading into Sunday’s matchup: 13 – The Broncos have 13 players listed on Injured Reserve, including veteran quarterback Joe Flacco and outside linebacker Bradley Chubb, who impressed as a rookie last season. Brandon Allen, originally a sixth-round draft...

Ifeadi Odenigbo also made a crucial play, as he stopped Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott for a 3-yard loss on the previous play. Minnesota ended the game with Jayron Kearse’s first-career interception in the end zone on a Hail Mary. Everson Griffen and Armon Watts also split a sack for the...