Vikings Insider: The defense blitzed significantly less in Week 1 than it did last year but still kept Giants quarterback Daniel Jones guessing.
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Podcast: Patrick Reusse on the ‘unprofessional’ Twins and unbeatable Vikings
On Monday’s Daily Delivery podcast, Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joined host Michael Rand for a look back at a disastrous weekend for the Twins and a strong opening victory for the Vikings. They also talked about Kirk Cousins, the Lynx and Gophers.
September 9, 2024
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Vikings’ new pieces fit together just right in 28-6 season-opening win over Giants
Running back Aaron Jones, quarterback Sam Darnold and edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel provided evidence of a Vikings plan coming together.
September 9, 2024
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Souhan: Quarterback Sam Darnold is ‘big time’ in his Vikings debut
New Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold gets a fresh start to his career playing at his old stadium. 
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AuthoredJim SouhanSeptember 9, 2024
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Recap: How the Vikings rolled over Giants in 28-6 season-opening win
New Vikings Sam Darnold, Aaron Jones and Andrew Van Ginkel led the team to its most lopsided victory since a 39-10 win over the Chargers in 2019.
September 9, 2024
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How Vikings edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel read the Giants offense for a critical pick-six
Andrew Van Ginkel, who signed a two-year, $20 million deal in March, has now scored four NFL touchdowns after an impressive play Sunday that “iced the game.”
September 9, 2024
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Vikings receiver Jordan Addison nursing another ankle injury after exiting victory over Giants
Jordan Addison, who had three catches for 35 yards, left in the third quarter after being tackled low. Coach Kevin O’Connell said it’s not the same ankle Addison injured previously.
September 9, 2024
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Three keys to the Vikings’ season-opening 28-6 win over the Giants
The Vikings offense hummed and their defense made it a very long day for Giants quarterback Daniel Jones in a comprehensive victory.
September 8, 2024
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Podcast: Vikings’ defensive dominance, efficient offense pace 1-0 start
On this episode of the Access Vikings podcast, Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Jim Souhan share what they saw and heard at MetLife Stadium during the Vikings’ 28-6 win.
September 8, 2024
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Vikings season preview: What you need to know before the opener vs. the Giants
Star Tribune reporters and columnists share what they’ve learned about the Vikings in training camp to get you ready for Week 1.
September 8, 2024
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Souhan: Wilfs’ patience, QB quandary at heart of Vikings’ future
With any new season comes new challenges — and the Vikings have numerous questions that need to be answered, for this year and beyondAuthoredJim Souhan
AuthoredJim SouhanSeptember 8, 2024
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Vikings players to watch: Reshaping the roster from backfield to secondary
Quarterback isn’t the only position where Vikings fans need to learn new names and faces. The team rebuilt its defensive front seven and cornerback group while making major moves in the run game and special teams.
September 7, 2024
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In Year 3, Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O’Connell have built the team they want. Can they win with it?
Vikings Insider: The 2024 team is the GM and coach’s first developed free of the moorings from the Vikings’ past. The course is theirs to chart; the results are theirs to own.
September 7, 2024