Jahmyr Gibbs scored all four of Detroit’s touchdowns on Sunday night, pushing the Lions past the Vikings and locking up the NFC’s top playoff seed.
Daniel Mader
Dan Campbell anticipates a third matchup between the Lions and Vikings before all is said and done.
Dan Treacy
Despite winning 14 games, the Vikings have plenty on the line in Week 18.
Is Kevin O'Connell on the trading block heading into the 2025 offseason?
Michael OHara
With the NFC's No. 1 seed up for grabs, the Vikings spent $2 million to try to make it feel like less of a home game for the Lions in Week 18.
Teddy Ricketson
Minnesota has a chance to earn home-field advantage in the playoffs.
Daniel Chavkin
The Vikings and Packers are both playoff-bound, but each team saw its outlook change after Sunday's NFC North battle.
The Eagles' hopes for landing the No. 1 seed in the NFC took a hit with a Week 16 loss to the Commanders.
Bryan Murphy
Minnesota continued to roll with a dominant victory over Chicago on 'Monday Night Football," keeping their dreams of an NFC North title and No. 1 seed well within reach.
Justin Jefferson and Randy Moss are inextricably linked as two of the baddest pass-catchers to ever grace Minnesota's gridiron. On Monday, the young blood offered his support for his longtime hero and fellow Vikings icon.
David Suggs
The Minnesota Vikings are debuting a new 'Winter Warrior' jersey against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football to close out Week 15.
Channel, time, TV schedule, live stream for Vikings vs. Bears NFL Week 15 game.
Ishika Dadhwal
Sam Darnold is the latest veteran QB to have a late-blooming season on a much different team than the one who drafted him. Here's looking at the best places for him to sign in 2025 free agency, including staying in Minnesota.
Vinnie Iyer
Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson shared kind words with one another once the dust settled on the Falcons and Vikings' Week 14 affair.
Sam Darnold's stellar play in his first season starting with the Vikings should make the organization think twice about its J.J. McCarthy-Daniel Jones plans for next season.
The veteran quarterback failed to score a touchdown for a fourth-straight game.
The Lions picked up a crucial NFC North win over the Packers. How did the result impact the division race and NFC playoff picture?
The NFC North has proven to be the toughest division in football, and the final five weeks of the season figure to be an all-out slugfest.
Here's how Daniel Jones will shake up the Vikings QB depth chart.
The ending of the NFC North clash between Chicago and Minnesota was paused due to an injury — and Bears' fans weren't happy about it.
Daniel Jones went from being benched by the Giants to getting released by the team. Here's looking at his best short- and long-term options to his resume his NFL career.
Minnesota's Camryn Bynum pulled off an eyecatching celebration in the Vikings win over the Jaguars in the NFL.
Patrick Brischetto
Here's everything to know about Vikings' quarterback situation, and why Sam Darnold is unlikely to be benched despite recent red-zone interceptions.
Sarah Effress
Here is what caused the Vikings to swarm the Jaguars mascot after a turnover in their 12-7 win Sunday.
Vikings RB Aaron Jones left Sunday's game against the Jaguars after taking a hard hit to his side. Here are the latest updates on Jones' status.
The Jaguars wide receiver is dealing with a chest injury.
There were 19 veteran players moved in the middle of the 2024 season before the Nov. 5 trade deadline. Here's ranking them all in terms of acquisitions for their new team.
Kansas City, Detroit, and Minnesota made smart, needed moves ahead of Tuesday's 2024 NFL trade deadline, while San Francisco and Miami didn't act on any of the numerous rumors. Here's looking at the other teams who did right or wrong by dealing or not dealing.
The Vikings' defense kept the Colts out of the end zone, and Justin Jefferson did it all for the offense on Sunday night.
The Colts wide receiver has had a tough season thus far, and many fans and fantasy owners were wondering if he was even playing on 'SNF' vs. Minnesota.
Through the first half of the 2024 NFL season, the NFC North has been the league's best division with four potential playoff teams. Here's predicting the fates of Detroit, Green Bay, Minnesota, and Chicago in the second-half race.
The Vikings' young wide receiver had an interesting social media post recently, but he assured fans that isn't seeking a trade from Minnesota.
Matthew Stafford looked like his old self with Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua back, and L.A. took advantage of a controversial non-call to edge out Minnesota on 'Thursday Night Football.'
Here's more on the controversial non-call that ended Minnesota's comeback bid.
Gilbert McGregor
T.J. Hockenson's return to the field could be imminent. Here's why.
We breakdown the dating rumors surrounding Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold and "Hawk Tuah Girl" Haliey Welch.
Sam Darnold has saved the Vikings from a lost season with rookie first-round quarterback J.J. McCarthy injured. In turn, he should be rewarded with a much bigger contract from another new team in 2025.
The Vikings are 5-1 after another hot start under coach Kevin O'Connell, but given what happened two seasons ago, there are doubts about whether they are true NFC contenders vs. inflated pretenders.
Here's everything to know about the Justin Jefferson-Anthony Edwards photo, including why the Minnesota stars recreated the iconic Randy Moss-Kevin Garnett picture.
The Vikings running back has been dealing with injury concerns ahead of Week 7. Will he play vs. the Lions?
Here's everything to know about whether T.J. Hockenson will play this week, including the latest updates on the Viking tight end's status for Week 7 vs. the Lions.
Cam Akers has been traded to Minnesota for a second consecutive season to help with backfield injury issues, this time behind Aaron Jones.
Aaron Jones has been dealing with a hip injury for a few weeks, and it is now impacting him in London.
Only two undefeated teams remain through five weeks of the NFL season. Who do the Vikings and Chiefs play this week?
Kyle Irving
Jordan Addison was held without a catch in the first half on Sunday. Here's a look at his playing status.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the NFL London game between the Jets and Vikings.
The Vikings' solid start to their London game against the Jets was interrupted by a huge hit to QB Sam Darnold.
Here's who is in the booth for the first NFL London game of the season.
We bring you the details about Tottenham Hotspur Stadium that will play host to the Minnesota Vikings and New York Jets in Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season.
Darnold was a first-round selection in the 2018 NFL Draft, but spent some time with multiple franchises before finding his current home with the Vikings.
We bring the latest updates on whether or not tight end T.J. Hockenson is playing in Week 5 vs. New York Jets.
Justin Jefferson and Garrett Wilson go head-to-head just a few weeks after the Vikings star took a subtle shot at the Jets receiver.
Revisiting Sam Darnold's time with the New York Jets, including what went right and what went wrong.
Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold needed a fourth team to redeem their NFL careers. From the 2018 draft to a brief stint together on the Panthers, their roads to redemption were paved in very much the same way.
The Vikings are 4-0 as the best team in the NFC after about a quarter of the 2024 NfL season and a big reason why is quarterback Sam Darnold and is MVP-caliber numbers during Minnesota's hot start.
Bill Belichick had plenty of good things to say about Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold, but he had time to roast one of his former rivals in the process.
QB Kirk Cousins is already among the richest players in NFL history, and he cashed in again. Here's where Cousins ranks among the highest-earning NFL players.
Here's everything to know about Justin Jefferson's injury, including how the Vikings star was helped off the field after suffering a quad injury.
Adrian Peterson is being forced to hand over assets to pay massive debts. Here's a look back at his earnings from a stellar NFL career.
The Sporting News has the latest injury updates and news on Jordan Addison
Quarterback Sam Darnold got off to a great start against the New York Giants in Week 1 of the NFL season. Take a look at the stats from his Minnesota Vikings debut.
The Sporting News
Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson won't be ready for the start of the season. When could he be back on the field?
Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison had to be carted off the field at Minnesota's practice Wednesday.
Sam Darnold was once a promising young quarterback entering the NFL. Now he could get a second chance at the starting job in Minnesota.
Brendan OSullivan
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will miss the entire 2024 season with a torn meniscus.
J.J. McCarthy's preseason debut didn't start too well, but he overcame an early mistake to put together a strong first outing against the Raiders.
Jacob Camenker
Vikings WR Jordan Addison was arrested on Friday, finding himself in legal trouble for the second consecutive offseason.
Khyree Jackson died in a car accident on Saturday. He was just 24 years old.
Jefferson, who is not with Minnesota to start OTAs, is looking for a lucrative extension from the Vikings. What could his next contract be worth?
Kirk Cousins left the Vikings in free agency and is now with the Falcons. Atlanta will square off against his former squad during the 2024 NFL season.
No defensive player was selected until the 15th overall pick on Thursday night, and Alabama edge rusher Dallas Turner saw himself slip to the back half of the first round.
A free agent for the second time in his career, Kirk Cousins has made his decision: The QB is headed to Atlanta on a reported four-year, $180 million contract.
The Vikings have two first-round picks after a trade with the Texans. If they don't use them to trade up, who could Minnesota land?
Before the Vikings think about using their two first-round picks to trade up for the QB of choice in the 2024 NFL Draft, they should examine how such an aggressive move hasn't panned out in the past few drafts.
Justin Jefferson and the Vikings haven't figured out a long-term extension yet. Is a trade on the horizon next?
DeVonta Smith signed a lucrative extension with the Eagles. Here's how that will impact the NFL's wide receiver market.
Minnesota has now positioned itself to try and trade up in the draft for a quarterback.
Edward Sutelan
The Vikings now have a pair of first-round picks in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Could Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson reunite in Cincinnati?
The veteran quarterback won't be returning to Minnesota, as Kirk Cousins has agreed to a four-year contract with the Falcons.
The Vikings need a new quarterback with Kirk Cousins gone. They have plenty of stopgap starters and talented rookies they can target during the 2024 NFL offseason.
The Vikings might be looking at a first-round pick to replace Cousins, should he leave in free agency.
Rumors emerged that Jefferson might be a trade candidate if he can't reach an agreement with the Vikings.
Former Vikings star Adrian Peterson says he's not selling his trophies despite plenty of memorabilia up for auction.
Sam Darnold's career with the New York Jets was short lived, but it will always be remembered from a viral quote from the quarterback.
The Sporting News had you covered with live updates, highlights and more from the Packers' win over the Vikings on "Sunday Night Football."
The Vikings looked to be on the brink of picking up a momentous Saturday afternoon win. A bizarre fourth-down call changed things, however.
Here's everything you need to know to watch Bengals vs. Vikings in Week 15, including the start time, TV channel and live streaming options.
Tyler Greenawalt
Justin Jefferson's return to the Vikings lineup didn't last that long.
Could the Vikings make a quarterback change after their "Monday Night Football" loss to the Bears? Kevin O'Connell wouldn't rule it out following Joshua Dobbs' four-interception outing.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Bears vs. Vikings on "Monday Night Football." Follow along with all of the key moments.
The Pro Bowl wide receiver has not played since injuring his hamstring in Week 5.
Here is everything you need to know about Bears vs. Vikings, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Jordan Greer
Joshua Dobbs and the Vikings were in command all game until Russell Wilson led a late drive to find Courtland Sutton in the end zone for a game-winning touchdown.
Dobbs put together an excellent first half that was enough to give the Vikings an eight-point win over the Saints.
Osborn will not return to Sunday's game after suffering a concussion.
Dobbs was with the Cardinals to start the week. Five days later, he was the hero for the Vikings.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates and highlights throughout the "Monday Night Football" matchup between the 49ers and Vikings.
Week 7 of the NFL season ends in Minneapolis for a "Monday Night Football" matchup between the Vikings and 49ers. Here's how to watch.
Brock Purdy and the 49ers go head-to-head against Kirk Cousins and the Vikings in this week's iteration of "Monday Night Football."
Kevin O'Connell was not happy with how the Vikings' penultimate drive of their Week 5 loss to the Chiefs was officiated.
Jefferson left the team's loss to the Chiefs early and it isn't clear how long he might be sidelined because of the injury.
Swift was at the Chiefs' previous two games, but will she be showing her support in Week 6?
Kevin O'Connell regretted his decision not to have Kirk Cousins spike the ball before the Vikings' final offensive snap of the game.
It has appeared for some time that Akers would be dealt away from the Rams. It finally happened on Wednesday.
Mattison was the subject of numerous "disgustingly disrespectful" comments after Minnesota's 34-28 loss to Philadelphia on Thursday.
The Sporting News tracked all the highlights from Thursday night's NFL game between the Vikings and Eagles.
Some feel that the penalty is too harsh for the fumbling team, while others say, simply, to take care of the football.
Joe Rivera
Swift had two total touches all game against the Patriots in Week 1. He went off for a career day in Week 2 against the Vikings.
Minnesota has seven turnovers through the first two games of the 2023 NFL season, contributing to the team's 0-2 record.
Cousins and the Vikings are waiting until after the season to address his future with the team despite the fact that his contract is set to expire in March.
Putting old-time lawmen like Wyatt Earp to shame, the Vikings quarterback sported his best homage to the Wild West prior to the start of the season when he grew out an epic horseshoe mustache.
Jefferson is expected to become the NFL's highest-paid receiver once an extension is eventually reached.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson earned Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2022, but one of his only blemishes came against Eagles CB Darius Slay in Week 2.
The Vikings moved on from Dalvin Cook during the 2023 NFL offseason. There were several reasons for the team's decision, but it all came down to cost vs. value.
Jordan Addison's injury isn't expected to be especially significant.
Kevin Skiver
Vikings rookie Jordan Addison finds himself in trouble just days before the start of training camp.
"Quarterback," the latest documentary series from Peyton Manning's Omaha Productions, is worth watching just for the Chiefs quarterback, but two lesser QBs often steal the show.
Cousins has had numerous contract restructures that provided the Vikings short-term salary relief — on top of a big payday for himself. Here's a look at his career earnings in the NFL:
Zac Al-Khateeb
The Vikings are moving on from Dalvin Cook. Here's how their new-look running back room will stack up in 2023.
Dalvin Cook has been let go by the Vikings. Here's why.
Dalvin Cook will be in a new jersey next year, but where will he be?
Dalvin Cook and the Vikings may be on different paths.
Za'Darius Smith wanted to get away from the Vikings, but they let him go on their terms.
Extension talks between Cousins and the Vikings broke down, but the veteran QB said that's just part of the business.
The Vikings opted for a "competitive rebuild" in 2022 which resulted in winning 13 games and the NFC North. They'll look to add even more young talent at the 2023 NFL Draft while still eyeing another division crown.
Nick Brinkerhoff
K.J. Osborn made perhaps the finest play of his career, helping save a man's life after noticing a burning car on the side of the road as he was approaching home.
Flores was the linebackers coach and senior defensive assistant with the Steelers in 2022 after having previously been the head coach of the Dolphins from 2019-21.
Justin Jefferson is the first wide receiver since Antonio Brown to win Sporting News Offensive Player of the Year, something accomplished only by Brown and Jerry Rice (and never Randy Moss).
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights as the Giants and Vikings faced off in the NFL playoffs.
Sam Jarden
Why was No. 3 seed Minnesota beaten at home in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs? It came down to the team not getting its best player involved enough.
Cousins was roasted on social media for his fourth-down throw that sealed a Vikings playoff defeat. The media asked only his coach about the decision.
Brian Daboll was among the many people not pleased by the penalty called against Dexter Lawrence for tackling Kirk Cousins.
What to know about the Giants' prospective playoff opponents.
Those midwest crowds are too nice to opposing teams.
Two former LSU teammates have taken a viral celebration from the NWSL to the NFL.
The Vikings are an unbelievable 11-0 in games decided by one possession this season, leading some to describe them as "lucky."
What to know about Dalvin Cook's status vs. Giants.
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson struggled in Week 17, making his path to breaking Calvin Johnson's single-season receiving yards record more difficult, but he still has a chance in Week 18.
How the Vikings can get the second or third seeds in the NFC.
Alexander is backing up his comments toward the Vikings' star receiver before their Week 17 showdown.
Alexander doesn't believe Jefferson's 184-yard performance against the Packers in Week 1 was anything notable.
Justin Jefferson and Tyreek Hill are having standout seasons in 2022, and have the benefit of an extra game. What are their chances of catching Calvin Johnson's single season receiving yards record?
The Vikings still have no answers for if they're lucky or good.
Paul Allen's calls of Vikings vs. Colts were as enthusiastic as ever.
Minnesota survived a questionable call on a fumble and denied a game-sealing quarterback sneak to make NFL history.
There was tension in the locker room as the Vikings faced a 33-0 halftime deficit to the Colts, but Kirk Cousins believes the airing of grievances helped them pull off a historic comeback.
The Colts will have to face one of the top teams in the NFC without their star running back.
Reich's old team not only lost on Saturday, it also cost him a place in NFL history,
The Vikings came from out of nowhere to clinch the NFC North on Saturday against the Colts.
Matt Ryan is the only quarterback to be involved in multiple blown leads of 25-plus points.
The Vikings trailed the Colts 33-0 at halftime. They wound up winning the game 39-36 in overtime.
The Vikings could catch no breaks against Indianapolis.
The Vikings can still earn a first-round bye, but they need lots of help.
The Eagles became the first NFL team to clinch a playoff berth in Week 14. Now, five more teams will have a chance to join them in Week 15.
The rookie wide receiver got the first catch of his NFL career, and what a catch it was.
The NFL will potentially see its first playoff berth of the 2022 season clinched, as three teams will be able to secure passage to the postseason in Week 14.
Here's a look at the teams the Vikings will face in 2022.
Two NFL teams will have a chance to clinch playoff berths in Week 13 of the 2022 NFL season. Here's how the Eagles and Vikings can guarantee they will play in the 2023 postseason.
Thielen wasn't a big fan of how his turkey leg was cooked.
Does anyone even know what a catch is at this point?
The Vikings coach got his NFL career started while sitting in the Patriots' quarterback room with Tom Brady and Matt Casssel.
Please keep your pants on, Kirk.
The Vikings have high hopes this year, and it's a huge prove-it year for Kirk Cousins.
It's not as old as you'd think it is.
Cris Collinsworth won't be calling the Thanksgiving game for NBC in Week 12. Instead, Tony Dungy and Jason Garrett will shift into the booth.
The Cowboys throttled the Vikings in Minneapolis. Here are some of the numbers that best tell the story.
A truly weird ending to the first half in Minneapolis. Dallas' Brett Maher had to make twice from distance.
Za'Darius Smith and Adam Thielen were in disbelief after Jefferson's incredible grab.
Peterson knew the exact concepts the Bills were looking to use in the red zone.
The Bills and Vikings handed us one of the wildest regulation endings you'll ever see before a strong overtime.
Some viewers were asking why a safety wasn't an option in that spot. Well, that wasn't the case.
Allen threw two more interceptions to take the league lead in picks through the first 10 weeks of the season.
KFAN 100.3 tracked all the craziness as it happened at Highmark Stadium. Here are some of our favorite moments.
Jefferson's grab may have supplanted the Odell Beckham Jr. catch as the most acrobatic in NFL history.
Davis made an improbable catch. But replay seems to show the ball was out. The Bills did not give officials time to review the play.
Jefferson's teammates were understandably excited, but he appeared exasperated he couldn't perform his touchdown celebration.
The Vikings passer joined Peyton and Eli Manning during the Week 9 "Manningcast" and explained his viral topless celebration on the flight home.
Please keep your shirt on, Adam.
Cousins went back to the classics, invoking the famous phrase he once uttered as a member of the Washington franchise.
It's either fortunate or unfortunate, depending on your point of view, but it was totally legal.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the Vikings vs. Commanders game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 9 NFL schedule.
The surprise intradivisional swap was the first trade of NFL trade deadline day in 2022.
Minnesota and Detroit pull off the rare interdivision deal with two NFC North teams helping each other out in the right ways before the 2022 NFL trade deadline.
DeAndre Hopkins is confused about why a Harrison Smith hit went uncalled.
J.J. Watt appears to have forgotten about context in this case.
If you talk the talk, you better walk the walk. Diggs is doing so in Week 8.
While the AFC has been mostly chalk in terms of division leaders at midseason, the NFC has been chock full of shocking results, starting with the perfect Eagles leading a tougher-than-expected East.
Patrick Peterson was clearly taking a dig at Kyler Murray with his in-game celebration of a Harrison Smith interception.
Former Vikings defensive end Jared Allen entered the franchise's Ring of Honor on Sunday, making a grand entrance onto the field for the halftime ceremony.
Miami self-destructed what was an otherwise-great offensive drive.
Some members are bona fide superstars. Some are dependable starters. All have one thing in common: they aren't making anywhere near their market value.
Ever wonder why the NFL sends bad teams to London? The Sporting News has answers.
Saints fans were not happy about a phantom hands to the face penalty and another pass interference that could have been a no-call.
Justin Jefferson may be the NFL's best receiver. Here's how he made it to the Vikings' pick at 22 overall during the 2020 NFL Draft.
Cook was injured running into Ezra Cleveland during the third quarter against the Lions.
All you need to know as the NFL London Games head to the UK capital in October 2022.
Ben Miller
Kirk Cousins reverted to his losing ways under the bright lights of "Monday Night Football."
Of all the celebrities in Philadelphia for the "Monday Night Football" clash, it was the 76ers guard that got to leave the stadium with a game ball.
