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Ailing defense puts Seahawks in unfamiliar 'race' to keep up
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As more and more time passes from those back-to-back Super Bowls the Seattle Seahawks reached, their defense less and less resembles those dominant groups. They let another game slip away on Sunday — and this time, a long winning streak against...
Cousins, Vikings cruise 30-17, end skid vs. Seahawks
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After two narrow losses to start the season, Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings found a foolproof way to avoid the type of harrowing finish that has haunted them more often than not. They put this game away ahead of time — against Russell Wilson...
Packers-Niners renew now familiar NFL rivalry on Sunday
If it seems as if the Packers have transferred to the NFC West or the 49ers moved to the NFC North, blame the schedule makers at league headquarters. When Green Bay (1-1) visits San Francisco (2-0) on Sunday, it will be the fourth trip to the Bay Area for the Cheeseheads...
For Cousins and winless Vikings, nemesis Seahawks are next
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kirk Cousins moved last week into fourth place on Minnesota's career list for games started by a quarterback, even though it might seem as if he just arrived with the Vikings. For all the skepticism that has followed Cousins through his NFL career,...
Vikings aim to stop 7-game skid vs. Wilson, Seahawks
SEATTLE (1-1) at MINNESOTA (0-2) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, Fox OPENING LINE: Seahawks by 1, according to FanDuel SportsBook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: Seahawks 1-1, Vikings 1-1. SERIES RECORD: Seahawks lead 13-5. ...
Vikings' Cook shows toughness after physical game in Arizona
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Late in the second quarter on Sunday, Dalvin Cook was stood up at the line of scrimmage by Arizona’s 335-pound defensive tackle Corey Peters. All of Cook’s momentum was stopped in an instant and he was pushed back by a group of Cardinals...
Hexed? Vexed? Vikings try to stay on track after missed kick
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings haven't given up on Greg Joseph. He said he's still confident in himself, too. After a second straight excruciating loss, thanks to the latest miss on a late-game kick for this seemingly star-crossed franchise, the Vikings have...
Joseph's missed FG dooms Vikings in 34-33 loss to Cardinals
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings put together a near-perfect final drive, picking their way down the field while managing the clock so they would get the final play of a wild game in the desert. All that was missing was the finish. Greg...
Cards win 34-33 thriller after Vikings miss last-second FG
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona's Jordan Hicks didn't dare turn around as Minnesota's potential game-winning field goal floated toward the uprights. Instead, he watched the videoboard for a moment and then locked eyes with Ezekial Turner, who had been knocked to the turf, his expression...
The Latest: Cowboys-Chargers make NFL 14-11 halftime history
The Latest on Week 2 in the NFL (all times EDT): ___ 6:30 p.m. The NFL has the first 14-11 halftime score in its 102 seasons. Dallas held the 14-11 lead over the Los Angeles Chargers, prompting the search...
