Vikings' draft success hinges on finding potential successor to Kirk Cousins
The Vikings are locked into Kirk Cousins, but the uncertainty begins after the season, making the draft the ideal time to try to find their next QB.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
Eagles bolster defense with ex-Vikes LB Wilson
The Eagles on Wednesday signed linebacker Eric Wilson, who tied for the league lead among linebackers with three interceptions in 2020 and also had 122 tackles in a breakout season.
Vikings CB Gladney turns self in on assault charge
Viking CB Jeff Gladney was charged with family violence assault after allegedly assaulting a 22-year-old woman, according to the Dallas Police Department.
Mike Zimmer got his defensive wishes granted in free agency, but Vikings' offense is left vulnerable
Minnesota's coach spent big on defense, but leaving his offense exposed could make it all for naught.
NFL's 17-game schedule: Opponents for all 32 teams
The NFL officially announced it will change the number of games for the first time since 1978. Who is playing who in 2021?
Vikings go all in on revamping secondary through free agency
A young secondary that lacked depth last season has been upgraded with talent and experience as the Vikings look for a defensive turnaround.
Minnesota Vikings' NFL free-agent signings 2021: Patrick Peterson provides stability at CB
After enduring growing pains with their young corners last season, the Vikings landed one of the best of this era in the durable Peterson.
Vikes reach deal with ex-Cowboys safety Woods
Safety Xavier Woods, who started his last 44 games with the Cowboys but struggled last season despite finishing second on the team with 72 tackles, has reached a one-year deal with the Vikings, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Vikings bringing back veteran CB Alexander
Cornerback Mackensie Alexander is returning to the Minnesota Vikings, with sources telling ESPN he is expected to sign a one-year deal worth the veterans minimum.
Rare trade up has Vikings taking first-round OT in Kiper's latest mock draft
Penei Sewell would go a long way toward fixing the offensive line issues but would cost the Vikings to move up in the draft to get him.
Cards deal OL Cole to Vikings for 6th-round pick
Mason Cole, who was Arizona's third-round pick in 2018, started 32 of 46 career games for the Cardinals.
NFL free-agency buzz on all 32 teams: Execs break down key moves, what comes next
With many big names off the market, here's what those inside front offices are saying about all 32 teams.
Why Vikings, Patrick Peterson were a perfect match in free agency
Mutual need brought together the Vikings, burned by relying on rookie corners in 2020, and Peterson, who is out to prove he hasn't lost a step.
Vikes lose pick, execs fined, for '19 cap violation
The Minnesota Vikings are forfeiting their seventh-round pick in April's NFL draft due to a salary cap violation, the NFL confirmed on Friday.
Vikings hope 'all-around' DL Dalvin Tomlinson will be part of solution for defense
Tomlinson wants to prove he can do more than stop the run. And Minnesota is counting on its "No. 1 target" in free agency to be a difference maker.
Source: Giants get deal with veteran TE Rudolph
Tight end Kyle Rudolph, who was released by the Vikings earlier this month, has reached a deal with the Giants, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Source: CB Peterson joins Vikings on $10M deal
CB Patrick Peterson has agreed to a one-year, $10 million deal with the Vikings, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Vikes boost run defense, add ex-Giant Tomlinson
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a deal with former New York Giants defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson, his agency confirmed on Twitter.
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Offensive tackle Rashod Hill will stay in Minnesota on a one-year, fully guaranteed contract per his agent Brett Tessler. With Riley Reiff gone, that gives the Vikings an option to start Hill at left tackle depending on what the team decides to do with Ezra Cleveland, current right tackle Brian O'Neill and whomever they bring in during free agency/the draft. Hill was an RFA after the 2018 season and has been brought back the previous two seasons. Imagine he sees a shot starting at left tackle.
Vikings cut LT Reiff to free up $11.75M on cap
The Vikings released left tackle Riley Reiff on Wednesday, freeing up $11.75 million in salary cap space.
Vikings' approach in free agency starts with the offensive line
Minnesota's financial flexibility in free agency hinges on several key decisions along the offensive line.
After his season of struggles, Vikings cut Bailey
At risk of becoming a salary-cap casualty this offseason after a subpar 2020 campaign, veteran kicker Dan Bailey, 33, was released by the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday.
How glassblowing helps Minnesota Vikings' Stephen Weatherly decompress
Following his release by Carolina, Weatherly leaned into an artistic getaway from stress while searching for his next team.
Vikings' defensive priorities in free agency start with return of Danielle Hunter, Michael Pierce
The return of Hunter and Pierce is like "adding two free agents," but the Vikings have more needs to address as free agency looms.
Vikes GM says Cousins is 'our QB going forward'
Vikings general manager Rick Spielman said on Wednesday that quarterback Kirk Cousins "is our quarterback. I know there's a lot of rumors floating around out there, but Kirk Cousins is our quarterback."
2020 NFC North Standings
2020 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards250.614th
Rushing Yards142.75th
Points For26.911th
Points Against29.74th