Former NFL star Adrian Peterson arrested in Houston suburb on DWI and gun charges
Read full article: Former NFL star Adrian Peterson arrested in Houston suburb on DWI and gun chargesAuthorities say that former NFL running back Adrian Peterson remains jailed after being arrested in a Houston suburb on charges of driving while intoxicated and unlawfully carrying a weapon.
Vikings will start Wentz at QB on short rest in LA, with McCarthy lacking time to keep up progress
Read full article: Vikings will start Wentz at QB on short rest in LA, with McCarthy lacking time to keep up progressCarson Wentz will make his fifth straight start at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings with J.
UK rapper Giggs takes center stage as NFL spices up international games with halftime shows
Read full article: UK rapper Giggs takes center stage as NFL spices up international games with halftime showsThe NFL has been spicing up its international games with halftime performers, a bit like mini-Super Bowls.
Steelers hold on for 24-21 win over Vikings in NFL's first regular-season game in Ireland
Read full article: Steelers hold on for 24-21 win over Vikings in NFL's first regular-season game in IrelandKenneth Gainwell ran for 99 yards and two touchdowns and the Pittsburgh Steelers held on to beat the Minnesota Vikings 24-21 in Irelandโs first regular-season NFL game.
Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson robbed in Dublin, report says
Read full article: Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson robbed in Dublin, report saysThe Pittsburgh Steelers have confirmed that backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was involved in an incident this weekend after a report that the player had been robbed.
Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary will miss significant time with leg injury, coach says
Read full article: Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary will miss significant time with leg injury, coach saysAtlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris says right tackle Kaleb McGary will miss significant time and is headed to injured reserve after getting carted off at practice this week with a lower left leg injury.
Police notified after neon green sex toy thrown onto field during Titans preseason game
Read full article: Police notified after neon green sex toy thrown onto field during Titans preseason gameThe NFL joined the WNBA in having a sex toy thrown onto the field when someone tossed one during the Tennessee Titansโ preseason finale.
How Texansโ international lineman Haggai Ndubuisiโs game is growing: โJust grateful, I love being hereโ
Read full article: How Texansโ international lineman Haggai Ndubuisiโs game is growing: โJust grateful, I love being hereโTexans' international defensive tackle Haggai Ndubuisi keeps improving
Eagles get receiver John Metchie III from Texans for tight end Harrison Bryant, AP source says
Read full article: Eagles get receiver John Metchie III from Texans for tight end Harrison Bryant, AP source saysThe Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver John Metchie from the Houston Texans for veteran tight end Harrison Bryant, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press.
Appeals court agrees NFL can be put on trial over claims Black coaches face discrimination
Read full article: Appeals court agrees NFL can be put on trial over claims Black coaches face discriminationA federal appeals court says the NFL can be put on trial over claims that Brian Flores and other Black coaches face discrimination.
Texansโ Braxton Berrios finds end zone in first game back from torn ACL last season: โI feel greatโ
Read full article: Texansโ Braxton Berrios finds end zone in first game back from torn ACL last season: โI feel greatโTexans wide receiver Braxton Berrios caught a touchdown, and all three passes thrown to him against the Vikings
Texans backup Davis Mills throws touchdown, leads โcalm and composedโ effort by offense in preseason loss to Vikings
Read full article: Texans backup Davis Mills throws touchdown, leads โcalm and composedโ effort by offense in preseason loss to VikingsTexans backup quarterback Davis Mills throws touchdown pass, has 147.9 passer rating
Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension, keeping his contract in sync with O'Connell's
Read full article: Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension, keeping his contract in sync with O'Connell'sThe Minnesota Vikings have signed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multi-year contract extension that keeps his status in sync with head coach Kevin OโConnell's for the long term.
Adrian Peterson faces DWI charge in Minnesota after arrest following Vikings draft party
Read full article: Adrian Peterson faces DWI charge in Minnesota after arrest following Vikings draft partyFormer star running back Adrian Peterson has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in Minnesota after appearing at an NFL draft party for Vikings fans.
Pro scouts make adjustments as they navigate the evolving college football world ahead of NFL draft
Read full article: Pro scouts make adjustments as they navigate the evolving college football world ahead of NFL draftSan Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch often feels as though heโs entered a strange new scouting universe when he interviews an NFL draft prospect.
Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agency
Read full article: Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agencyThe wheeling and dealing continued on the eve of the NFL's start of its new league year.
Vikings focus up front in free agency by reaching deals with DT Jonathan Allen, G Will Fries
Read full article: Vikings focus up front in free agency by reaching deals with DT Jonathan Allen, G Will FriesThe Minnesota Vikings are continuing their aggressive reconstruction of the interior lines in free agency.
Only 2 NFL players get the franchise tag after the Vikings let Sam Darnold hit the market
Read full article: Only 2 NFL players get the franchise tag after the Vikings let Sam Darnold hit the marketDallas signed defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa before the franchise tag deadline Tuesday and Minnesota declined to give the tag to quarterback Sam Darnold, clearing the way for him to hit the open market next week.
Darnold pointed toward free agency after Vikings pass on franchise tag with McCarthy waiting
Read full article: Darnold pointed toward free agency after Vikings pass on franchise tag with McCarthy waitingThe Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for the second straight offseason.
Dolphins and Vikings finish 1-2 in NFLPA report cards for the second straight year
Read full article: Dolphins and Vikings finish 1-2 in NFLPA report cards for the second straight yearThe Miami Dolphins are the top-ranked team, followed by the Minnesota Vikings, for the second consecutive season in the NFL Players Association report card.
Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Read full article: Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of FameAntonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe have been voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted.
Fox officiating analyst Mike Pereira dismisses 'myth' of pro-Chiefs favoritism
Read full article: Fox officiating analyst Mike Pereira dismisses 'myth' of pro-Chiefs favoritismMike Pereira walked out to his spot during Foxโs media day and was greeted by a larger contingent of reporters than usual for an officiating expert when there were Super Bowl-winning coaches and players around the room.
NFL referees union calls allegations of bias toward the Chiefs 'insulting'
Read full article: NFL referees union calls allegations of bias toward the Chiefs 'insulting'The head of the union representing NFL officials calls allegations that officiating crews are biased in favor of the Kansas City Chiefs or any other team โinsulting and preposterous.โ.
Aaron Jones, George Kittle and Morgan Fox are the finalists for NFL's Salute to Service award
Read full article: Aaron Jones, George Kittle and Morgan Fox are the finalists for NFL's Salute to Service awardVikings running back Aaron Jones, 49ers tight end George Kittle and Chargers defensive end Morgan Fox are the finalists for the NFLโs 14th annual Salute to Service award presented by USAA.
Sam Darnold's career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff loss
Read full article: Sam Darnold's career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff lossSam Darnoldโs renaissance pushed Minnesota to one of the NFLโs best records, offering the hope of a deep playoff run.
Rams host wild-card playoff game nearly 400 miles east of LA because of wildfires
Read full article: Rams host wild-card playoff game nearly 400 miles east of LA because of wildfiresThe Los Angeles Rams made themselves at home on Monday night for their NFL wild-card playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings โ even if their adopted stadium featured an unusual amount of red and was nearly 400 miles east of their regular venue.
NFC's No. 1 seed comes down to Vikings-Lions showdown at Detroit in Week 18
Read full article: NFC's No. 1 seed comes down to Vikings-Lions showdown at Detroit in Week 18The NFCโs No. 1 seed will come down to the final game of the regular season when the Detroit Lions host the Minnesota Vikings next Sunday night.
Darnold gives Vikings another gem with career-high 377 yards in 27-25 win over Packers
Read full article: Darnold gives Vikings another gem with career-high 377 yards in 27-25 win over PackersSam Darnold added another exploit to his career-altering season, passing for a personal-best 377 yards and three touchdowns as the Minnesota Vikings hung on to beat the Green Bay Packers 27-25 for their ninth consecutive victory.
Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
Read full article: Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 to keep pace with Detroit for the top spot in the NFC.
Jefferson turns TD celebration into Moss tribute during Vikings win: 'We love you Randy'
Read full article: Jefferson turns TD celebration into Moss tribute during Vikings win: 'We love you Randy'Justin Jefferson raced across the back of the end zone, leaped to catch the pass from Sam Darnold and launched into his latest touchdown celebration after an early score for the Minnesota Vikings.
Teddy Bridgewater, in 1st season as coach at alma mater Miami Northwestern, wins state title
Read full article: Teddy Bridgewater, in 1st season as coach at alma mater Miami Northwestern, wins state titleFormer NFL quarterback Teddy Bridgewater went back to his high school alma mater this season and won a state championship.
Darnold delivers for Vikings with career-high 347 yards and 5 TDs to beat Falcons, Cousins 42-21
Read full article: Darnold delivers for Vikings with career-high 347 yards and 5 TDs to beat Falcons, Cousins 42-21Sam Darnold threw for 347 yards and five touchdowns, both career highs, and the Minnesota Vikings pulled away from Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons 42-21 for their sixth straight victory.
Vikings win 5th straight, rallying past Cardinals 23-22 on Sam Darnold's TD pass with 1:13 left
Read full article: Vikings win 5th straight, rallying past Cardinals 23-22 on Sam Darnold's TD pass with 1:13 leftSam Darnoldโs second touchdown pass of the second half went to Aaron Jones for Minnesotaโs first lead with 1:13 left, and the Vikings rallied from 13 points down to beat the Arizona Cardinals 23-22 for their fifth straight victory.
Daniel Jones is signing with the Vikings after his release from the Giants, AP source says
Read full article: Daniel Jones is signing with the Vikings after his release from the Giants, AP source saysA person familiar with the decision says former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.
Sam Darnold leads game-winning drive in OT and Vikings beat Bears 30-27 after blowing late lead
Read full article: Sam Darnold leads game-winning drive in OT and Vikings beat Bears 30-27 after blowing late leadSam Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romoโs game-ending 29-yard field goal, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted the Chicago Bears 30-27 after giving up 11 points in the final 22 seconds of regulation.
Sam Darnold throws 3 TD passes and the Vikings beat Joe Flacco and the Colts 21-13
Read full article: Sam Darnold throws 3 TD passes and the Vikings beat Joe Flacco and the Colts 21-13Sam Darnold overcame four sacks and three turnovers by throwing three second-half touchdown passes, and the Minnesota defense made Indianapolis quarterback Joe Flaccoโs return to the starting role a rough one as the Vikings beat the Colts 21-13.
Sean McVay shuts down Cooper Kupp trade speculation after star WR returns for Rams' win over Vikings
Read full article: Sean McVay shuts down Cooper Kupp trade speculation after star WR returns for Rams' win over VikingsLos Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay expects star receiver Cooper Kupp to stay right where he is.
Lions top previously unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on late FG to cap NFC North thriller
Read full article: Lions top previously unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on late FG to cap NFC North thrillerJake Bates kicked a 44-yard field goal with 15 seconds left to lift the Detroit Lions to a 31-29 victory that handed the Minnesota Vikings their first loss in a back-and-forth game befitting of the NFLโs strongest division.
Jets QB Rodgers dealing with a low ankle sprain, but Saleh says he should be fine to play
Read full article: Jets QB Rodgers dealing with a low ankle sprain, but Saleh says he should be fine to playNew York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has a sprained lower left ankle but should be able to play in the teamโs next game.
Vikings hold off Rodgers and the Jets for 23-17 win in London to improve to 5-0
Read full article: Vikings hold off Rodgers and the Jets for 23-17 win in London to improve to 5-0Andrew Van Ginkel returned the first of Aaron Rodgersโ three interceptions 63 yards for a touchdown and Minnesota stayed undefeated by holding on for a 23-17 win over the New York Jets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Aaron Rodgers becomes the 9th NFL player to throw for 60,000 yards
Read full article: Aaron Rodgers becomes the 9th NFL player to throw for 60,000 yardsAaron Rodgers reached another milestone in his stellar career on Sunday by becoming just the ninth player in NFL history to throw for 60,000 yards in regular-season games.
Packers suspend WR Romeo Doubs vs. Rams for conduct detrimental to team
Read full article: Packers suspend WR Romeo Doubs vs. Rams for conduct detrimental to teamThe Green Bay Packers have suspended wide receiver Romeo Doubs from Sundayโs game with the Los Angeles Rams for what they described as conduct detrimental to the team.
TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Stefon Diggsโ Revenge
Read full article: TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Stefon Diggsโ RevengeOne of the biggest NFL storylines over the offseason was the rift between wide receiver Stefon Diggs and the Buffalo Bills, which resulted in his trade to the Texansโand now Diggs and his new team face his old team.
Sam Darnold and undefeated Vikings dominate first half and hang on to beat Packers 31-29
Read full article: Sam Darnold and undefeated Vikings dominate first half and hang on to beat Packers 31-29Sam Darnold threw three touchdown passes and Jordan Addison scored twice as the Minnesota Vikings built an early 28-point lead and hung on down the stretch to beat the Green Bay Packers 31-29.
Packers QB Love available to play; CB Jaire Alexander out Sunday against Vikings
Read full article: Packers QB Love available to play; CB Jaire Alexander out Sunday against VikingsGreen Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is returning on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings after missing two games with a knee injury.
Texans, C.J. Stroud turn page after blowout loss: โNot something you can just soak in your sorrows...keeping our swagโ
Read full article: Texans, C.J. Stroud turn page after blowout loss: โNot something you can just soak in your sorrows...keeping our swagโTexans quarterback confident in defending AFC South champions
Rough day at office for Texansโ offense, C.J. Stroud streak of no interceptions since November 2023 snapped in loss
Read full article: Rough day at office for Texansโ offense, C.J. Stroud streak of no interceptions since November 2023 snapped in lossTexans quarterback intercepted twice in loss to Vikings
Stefon Diggs makes โemotionalโ return to Minnesota in Texansโ loss to Vikings, sets season-high for catches, yards
Read full article: Stefon Diggs makes โemotionalโ return to Minnesota in Texansโ loss to Vikings, sets season-high for catches, yardsTexans wide receiver loses in return to Minnesota
โUnacceptableโ penalty bug infects Texans in loss to Vikings, linemen say officials โmaking an example out of usโ
Read full article: โUnacceptableโ penalty bug infects Texans in loss to Vikings, linemen say officials โmaking an example out of usโTexans flagged 11 times for 88 yards, and have 28 penalties this season for 223 yards
Texans โballhawk corner Derek Stingley Jr., vs. Vikings โexceptionalโ wideout Justin Jefferson looms in All-LSU battle
Read full article: Texans โballhawk corner Derek Stingley Jr., vs. Vikings โexceptionalโ wideout Justin Jefferson looms in All-LSU battleTexans Pro Bowl alternate corner squares off against Vikings, arguably NFL's best wide receiver
No hard feelings: Texansโ Stefon Diggs plays Vikings in Minnesota first time since 2020 trade โThey took a chance on meโ
Read full article: No hard feelings: Texansโ Stefon Diggs plays Vikings in Minnesota first time since 2020 trade โThey took a chance on meโStefon Diggs preps to face the team that drafted him out of Maryland.
Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ers
Read full article: Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ersSam Darnold passed for 268 yards and two touchdowns against his former team, including a 97-yard strike in the second quarter to Justin Jefferson, and an attacking defense again fueled the Minnesota Vikings in a 23-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tears ACL in opening practice of training camp, AP source says
Read full article: Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tears ACL in opening practice of training camp, AP source saysMinnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tore his ACL during a drill in the first practice of training camp, according to a person with knowledge of the injury.
Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL's richest non-QB contract
Read full article: Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL's richest non-QB contractThe Minnesota Vikings and wide receiver Justin Jefferson agreed to a four-year extension that's the richest contract in the NFL for a non-quarterback.
Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source says
Read full article: Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source saysMinnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was absent on Monday when the Vikings held their first of 10 allowable organized team activities, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
โIโm still Dalvin Cook, Iโm still that guy,โ four-time Pro Bowl runner training with Justin Allen in Houston
Read full article: โIโm still Dalvin Cook, Iโm still that guy,โ four-time Pro Bowl runner training with Justin Allen in HoustonFour-time Vikings Pro Bowl running back training, living in Houston as he awaits next NFL opportunity
Vikings agree to deals with ex-rival RB Aaron Jones and QB Sam Darnold as initial sub for Cousins
Read full article: Vikings agree to deals with ex-rival RB Aaron Jones and QB Sam Darnold as initial sub for CousinsThe Minnesota Vikings stayed aggressive in free agency by adding former Green Bay running back Aaron Jones and 2018 third overall draft pick Sam Darnold as a temporary replacement at quarterback.