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Vikings try to get their defense back on track in prime time against the Colts as Flacco takes over
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings surged to the top of the NFL with a five-game winning streak to start the season, fueled by a disruptive and relentless defense that suddenly became vulnerable in losing twice in a five-day span. Did the rest of the league crack the code? Or...
Vikings lose standout left tackle Christian Darrisaw for the rest of the season with knee injury
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw will have season-ending surgery to repair torn ligaments in his left knee, a devastating development for a team that was undefeated a week ago but has since endured a series of setbacks. Coach Kevin O'Connell...
Jefferson sees longer gains for Vikings ahead, 'sick of having these 80, 90-yard games'
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Justin Jefferson has gone four full games in a row for the Minnesota Vikings without reaching 100 receiving yards, the longest such streak of his spectacular career. Don't think he hasn't noticed. “I’m definitely sick of having these 80,...
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell says his team's 4-0 record means 'nothing' against Jets in London
WATFORD, England (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings are undefeated so far this season — and undefeated in international games in franchise history. Don't tell coach Kevin O'Connell, though. “A lot of people have taken note of the start that we’re off to," he said....
Vikings plan to bring Hockenson back to practice this week in latest step toward return
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings plan to open tight end T.J. Hockenson's practice window later this week, putting the two-time Pro Bowl pick another step closer to returning from the torn ACL and MCL in his right knee suffered Dec. 24 in the Week 16 game last season. Coach...
Vikings will start Darnold at QB, then give rookie McCarthy his debut in preseason opener
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings will start Sam Darnold at quarterback in their exhibition opener, before giving rookie J.J. McCarthy his first NFL game action. Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell kept almost all of the starters out of preseason games over his first two years,...
