Mock Drafts Have Vikings Going Defense With First Round Pick
In their latest mock drafts, four of the five CBS Sports experts have the Vikings taking a cornerback, while one thinks they'll go for a defensive tackle.
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In their latest mock drafts, four of the five CBS Sports experts have the Vikings taking a cornerback, while one thinks they'll go for a defensive tackle.
Heading into his first draft as a general manager, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is stressing malleability as the team's key tenet.
The Minnesota Vikings, at 12th overall, have their highest first-round draft pick in seven years. After making major offseason changes to the front office and the coaching staff, they decided not to start over with the roster.
"Every single day feels like another big step forward for us," said Kevin O'Connell.
"I feel like Minnesota really took me in, took me and my family in. I feel like we had something really good going here. We just needed to get lead in a different direction," Peterson said.
Kirk Cousins may have just earned a contract extension with the Vikings this offseason, but he already has an eye toward the future.
Kicker Greg Joseph will be back with the Vikings for another season, according to his agent.
Former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs – known for his pivotal role in the "Minneapolis Miracle" – reportedly signed a "mega deal" with the Buffalo Bills to keep him around for years to come.
Former Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Doug Sutherland, a member of the Purple People Eaters, has died. He was 73.
The Minnesota Vikings signed three free agents on Monday, including former Miami offensive lineman Jesse Davis in their attempt to upgrade the interior blocking.
WCCO's Jason DeRusha sat down with Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell to talk football, family and fan expectations.
At a Wednesday morning press conference, Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said the team will "continue to be selective and patient" in this next phase.
Backup quarterback Sean Mannion has re-signed with the Minnesota Vikings, the team announced Tuesday.
The Vikings have added a one-time rival to their pass rushing rotation.
The Vikings announced the arrival of Smith, who was released by the Packers a week ago after a 2021 season that was ruined by a back injury.
Proceeds would benefit the Minnesota Vikings Foundation, which focuses on health and education initiatives for kids. To get one, drivers would need to make an annual donation of $30 to the charitable organization.
The Minnesota Vikings began to pick away at their offseason to-do list as free agency formally opened on Wednesday, re-signing punter Jordan Berry and agreeing to contract terms with defensive tackle Harrison Phillips, tight end Johnny Mundt and interior offensive lineman Austin Schlottmann.
The team did not give financial details of the deal, but said it's a one-year contract for the 30-year-old Berry.
The NFL has finalized the order for the 2022 draft, so the Vikings now know exactly where they'll be picking in April.
NFL Network reports that Cousins inked a "$35 million fully guaranteed extension" that will keep him on the team through 2023.
The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms Tuesday on a two-year, $12 million contract with linebacker Jordan Hicks, continuing a revamp on defense to fit a new scheme and work around the salary cap.
In the team's first big move of free agency, the Vikings have reportedly swapped one defensive tackle for another.
Cousins is probably the most polarizing player among the Vikings' faithful, with fans split over whether he's overpaid or underrated.
The Minnesota Vikings hired Tyler Williams as their executive director of player health and performance on Wednesday, bringing in another former member of the Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams to follow new head coach Kevin O'Connell.
A former pro football player and Super Bowl champion is stepping into the political arena.
