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“It was tough. Being here three years, going on four, and I've been playing with these guys for a long time,” Treadwell said. “This was like my second family, my brothers. We've been through a lot of battles, a lot of ups and downs together. They always have my back, and of course I've always...

The fifth-overall pick of 2014 ended Minnesota’s second possession of the game by forcing a fumble by Dalvin Cook and recovering it at the Chicago 15 to deny the Vikings an opportunity to take the lead or tie the game at three in the first quarter. He also stole momentum on a drive in the...

EAGAN, Minn. - The Vikings have released Wednesday's injury report ahead of Sunday's game at Soldier Field against the Chicago Bears. Guard Josh Kline (concussion) is the only Viking who did not practice on Wednesday. Linebacker Anthony Barr (groin) and cornerback Mackensie Alexander (elbow)...

The Vikings are on to Week 4 of the 2019 season. Minnesota defeated the Oakland Raiders behind a strong rushing attack, dominant defensive performance and solid special teams on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings will look to win a big divisional game against the Chicago Bears on...

In between, Minnesota signed Josh Doctson, who was selected by Washington a pick ahead of Treadwell. After the Redskins released Doctson, he headed to Minnesota. Doctson was inactive in Week 1 and suffered a hamstring injury in practice the following week. He was placed on injured reserve on...

Here are five things to remember about Sherels: 1. A league and franchise leader Sherels has five times ranked in the top 10 for punt return average (2013-14; 2016-18) and twice in the top five. In 2016, his 13.9 yards per return ranked second in the NFL behind Kansas City’s Tyreek Hill...

STAT OF THE WEEK The seven run plays of 20 or more yards by the Vikings are tied for third-most through three weeks of any NFL season since 1991. NORSEMAN NOTES The Vikings claimed their 500th victory on Sunday against Oakland (regular-season and postseason games included), improving to...

[unable to retrieve full-text content]On this edition of Under Center with Kirk Cousins three members of the offensive line join the show to recap the victory over the Raiders, crack some inside jokes, and discuss some grooming options for their quarterback.

The afternoon of fun, football and new friends marked the second straight year the Vikings have hosted Special Olympics Minnesota for a tournament at their facility. In addition to Conklin, Sean Mannion, Brian O’Neill, Brett Jones, Jayron Kearse, Eric Wilson, Kentrell Brothers and Jake...

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Sunday was the best game of rookie Irv Smith, Jr.’s career, as he hauled in three receptions for 60 yards. His first catch came on the Vikings first series, as he hauled in a 20-yarder to put the Vikings on the Oakland 35; Kirk Cousins found Adam Thielen for a touchdown on the next play. Smith’s...

Through three games, the Vikings have yet to get a 100-yard receiving performance from any player. But Sunday’s win was the most prolific from Minnesota’s tight ends group so far this season, as they recorded four catches for 71 yards — with each reception going for a first down. Vikings tight...

The next aspect is Thielen’s ability to create separation and confusion. He sells a corner route to the left while working against safety Curtis Riley, who has help over the top from fellow safety Karl Joseph. Instead of going to the left, however, Thielen reverses course. Joseph buys out on...

Postgame reaction: “I think this team has got a lot of heart. They were pretty focused all week and pretty focused in meetings last night. They seemed really focused in the locker room today, and we came out there and played with a lot of effort. You know, you do that, you make plays, and good...

With the obvious struggles in the passing game with Kirk Cousins, why wouldn’t you use a nice comfortable lead in the 4th quarter to maybe work on some things and build some confidence in Kirk? I would do that rather than not attempting any passes at all. Would seem like a great opportunity to...

3. Eric Kendricks paces dominant defensive effort The Vikings don’t want to make playing without Anthony Barr a regular thing, but on Sunday it wasn’t a problem because several players stepped up in the four-time Pro Bowlers stead. None were more impactful or obvious than middle linebacker...

The Vikings bounced back from a disappointing loss at Green Bay last week by routing the Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium Sunday. John Breech of CBS Sports gives out grades weekly to every team for its game-day performance. In looking at the Week 3 slate of contests, Breech led his article with...

Here are three stats that stood out: 1. Give ’em 5 The Vikings stayed ahead of the chains by getting solid gains that were peppered with explosive runs and passes as well as largely avoiding negative plays. Cousins got tripped up by the line on the first snap of the game for a loss of 4...

The Vikings wanted to improve the play along their offensive line and get their running game on track. The selection of center Garrett Bradbury at No. 18 overall was an important piece of that effort. Now, the Vikings boast the NFL’s leading rusher (Dalvin Cook) and the No. 4 rushing offense in...