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Vikings
October 11, 2023
The Vikings thought they had a takeaway against the Chiefs on Sunday, but tight end Travis Kelce was ruled down before Vikings safety Josh Metellus to

Vikings must stop giving the ball away — and start taking it away

The Vikings rank near the bottom in takeaways through five games, amplifying their turnover problems and making the dark days of Ed Donatell's defense seem less bleak.
Vikings
October 10, 2023
Vikings guard Ed Ingram (67) and other offensive linemen took to the field for an outdoor practice at TCO Performance Center in Eagan on Jan. 5.

Why haven't the Vikings made any changes yet to their offensive line?

Guard Dalton Risner has blocked only for kicker Greg Joseph through three games since joining the Vikings. Are there troubles with the line that need to be addressed?
Vikings
October 10, 2023
Justin Jefferson sustained a right hamstring injury in the fourth quarter Sunday vs. the Chiefs.

Jefferson on injured reserve; Vikings' season approaches turning point

The earliest Justin Jefferson could return would be for the Nov. 12 game against the Saints, though the course of the Vikings' season could dictate how his return will play out.
Randball
October 10, 2023
Justin Jefferson was injured during the second half of Sunday’s game against Kansas City.

Is Vikings' season over because of the Justin Jefferson injury news?

The Vikings will say all the right things about regrouping after a 1-4 start and Justin Jefferson's injury. But make no mistake: Their season is on the brink already, and a more dedicated rebuild could come quickly.
High Schools
October 10, 2023
Chanhassen’s Maxwell Woods broke free from Elk River’s defense on opening night earlier this season.

State's best? Hard to argue against this two-way suburban standout.

Football Across Minnesota: Chanhassen's do-it-all star Maxwell Woods is terrific on the field, powering the Storm to the No. 1 ranking — and his fan club is growing because of who he is off the field.
Vikings
October 10, 2023
If Justin Jefferson is unable to play next week or longer because of a hamstring injury, will players such as Jordan Addison, K.J. Osborn and T.J. Hoc

Vikings' big question: How will the offense change without Jefferson?

With receiver Justin Jefferson missing time because of a hamstring injury, the Vikings could see defenses play them differently.
Vikings
October 9, 2023
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said receiver Justin Jefferson was “down” after leaving Sunday’s game against the Chiefs. “He obviously is one

Jefferson injury still being evaluated; O'Connell preaches caution

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said the team is bracing for having to protect Justin Jefferson from himself so he doesn't return until he's fully healthy.
Randball
October 9, 2023
Tony Romo and Jim Nantz are seen in the broadcast boothnbefore an NFL football game between the Green Bay Packers and the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday, S

Randball: Cursed by Nantz, Vikings can't live up to Romo's praise

The Vikings haven't won a game called by CBS play-by-play voice Jim Nantz in a decade. His energetic color commentator, Tony Romo, tried to talk up the Vikings but to no avail in a 27-20 loss Sunday.
Vikings
October 9, 2023
Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins ranks second in the league in passing yards, but he has thrown 192 of his 204 passes with his team tied or trailing.

As offense struggles, Vikings' formula for success doesn't add up

The Vikings were supposed to be able to score enough points to be a factor in the NFC. Instead, even with an improved defense, the team is 1-4.
Vikings
October 9, 2023
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell reacted after a flag was called off on what was initially a pass interference call on the Chiefs in the fourth qu

Souhan: Vikings offense flails behind bad clock management, stone hands

Yes, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs are the defending Super Bowl champions. That doesn't mean the Vikings shouldn't have won on Sunday.
Vikings
October 9, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) chat at the end of the game Sunday, October 8,

Kansas City 27, Vikings 20: Complete Star Tribune coverage from U.S. Bank Stadium

Stories, columns and the Access Vikings podcast: Here's all our coverage from the Vikings' third loss in as many home games this season.
Vikings
October 9, 2023
Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) recovered Josh Oliver’s fumble on the Vikings’ first offensive play of the game.

5 Extra Points: Mahomes wins blitz battle, Osborn woes, 1st-play fumble

The Vikings blitzed Patrick Mahomes 44.2% on Sunday and the results were not good for the Vikings. Neither was their performance in the red zone or their ability to hold on to the football.
Vikings
October 9, 2023
Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) recovered a ball fumbled by Vikings tight end Josh Oliver (84) in the first quarter, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023 in Minneapolis.

Jefferson's injury, familiar problems haunt Vikings in loss to Kansas City

The Vikings lost a fumble on the first play of the game, Justin Jefferson to a hamstring injury late and ultimately the game to the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
Vikings
October 8, 2023
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson had three catches for 28 yards Sunday before leaving with an injury in the fourth quarter.

Jefferson injures hamstring in loss to Chiefs; timeline unknown

Coach Kevin O'Connell said the Vikings have to "diagnose exactly what that injury is" and are unsure how much time Justin Jefferson will miss.
Vikings
October 8, 2023
Chiefs safety Bryan Cook recovered a fumble by Vikings tight end Josh Oliver (84) on the first play of the game Sunday.

First-quarter woes sink Vikings again in loss to Chiefs

The Vikings started slow, losing a fumble on their first play, and have been outscored 27-3 in the first quarter this season.
Vikings
October 8, 2023
Minnesota Vikings tight end Josh Oliver (84) fumbles the ball in the first quarter Sunday, October 8, 2023, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn.

Scoggins: Loss to Chiefs is another 'could've been' game for Vikings

The Vikings offense dropped passes and points in another loss that was more self-inflicted than it needed to be.
Photography
October 8, 2023
Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) recovered a ball fumbled by Vikings tight end Josh Oliver (84) in the first quarter, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023 in Minneapolis.

Gallery: Vikings fall to Chiefs 27-20

The Vikings couldn't keep up with the defending Super Bowl champions, falling to 1-4.
Vikings
October 8, 2023
Podcast: Familiar, self-inflicted issues undercut Vikings in Chiefs loss

Podcast: Familiar, self-inflicted issues undercut Vikings in Chiefs loss

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Chip Scoggins emerge from the locker room at U.S. Bank Stadium and discuss the Vikings' 27-20 loss to the Chiefs.
Vikings
October 8, 2023
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates with tight end Travis Kelce, right, after a touchdown in the third quarter.

Three keys to Vikings' 27-20 loss to Chiefs

Kansas City quarterback Mahomes was sharp on third down and in the third quarter to help his team hold off the Vikings.
Sports
October 8, 2023
Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) recovered a ball fumbled by Vikings tight end Josh Oliver (84) in the first quarter, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023 in Minneapolis.

Justin Jefferson injured as Vikings lose 27-20 to Chiefs and drop to a 1-4 record

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