Neal: Vikings could profit off a Bears team that wins ugly and loses dramatically
The Vikings are catching a Bears team on a four-game losing streak that recently canned its offensive coordinator and is too timid to do it to the head coach in-season.
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Vikings cut Evans, parting with another piece of 2022 draft class
The Vikings let go of one of the few remaining players from their 2022 NFL draft class on Saturday morning, cutting cornerback Akayleb Evans after his role on defense had dissolved. He could return to the practice squad.
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How Josh Metellus is finding his voice with the Vikings
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Vikings' Oliver out for Sunday's game against Bears
Vikings tight end Josh Oliver has not practiced all week after sustaining an ankle injury against the Titans last Sunday. His absence could mean more playing time for T.J. Hockenson.
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Minnesotans targeted in pro sports burglary ring
High-profile victims in Minnesota include Mike Conley of the Timberwolves and Twins co-owner Jim Pohlad.
November 22, 2024
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Justin Jefferson explains how he would cover Justin Jefferson
As he prepares to face NFC North rival Chicago on Sunday, the Vikings' star wide receiver admits he would use the same defensive strategy opponents are using against him this season.
November 22, 2024
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Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him
The Daniel Jones era in New York is over.
November 22, 2024
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Nick Chubb plows through heavy snow for 2-yard TD, giving Browns 24-19 win over Steelers
With snow falling, Nick Chubb plowed forward.
November 22, 2024
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Analysis: Williams, Bears might not be who Vikings fans think they are
Heading into Sunday's game against the Vikings, the Bears have lost four in a row with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and a shuffled offensive staff. But looks can be deceiving. 
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Brock Purdy’s status for the 49ers in doubt this week because of sore shoulder
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been limited in practice this week because of a sore throwing shoulder and will likely be a game-time decision for Sunday’s game at Green Bay.
November 22, 2024
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Magician? Whisperer? Good coach? O’Connell coaxing more from Darnold than anyone who tried before
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is completing more passes more often for more touchdowns than he ever has. “What we’re trying to get from Sam is to play the best football of his career,” coach Kevin O'Connell said.
November 21, 2024
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8-2! Surprised? You might be, but O’Connell insists he isn’t.
The Vikings are among five NFL teams that already have surpassed their victory total of 2023. Coach Kevin O'Connell says he expected it.
November 21, 2024
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Podcast: Vikings and Bears on parallel rebuilds that’ll be tested Sunday in Chicago
In this episode of the Access Vikings podcast, Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand compare the rebuilds in Minnesota and Chicago under general managers considered by both franchises.
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