Vikings bar finder: Where to watch games across U.S.

Vikings bar finder: Where to watch games across U.S.

October 16
With nearly 100 verified Vikings bars scattered across 28 states, connecting with fellow fans may be easier than you think.
It was three catches, three long touchdowns on Thanksgiving 25 years ago for Randy Moss.

Moss on Thanksgiving: 12 memories of Randy wowing us 25 years ago

November 22, 2023
In 1998, Randy Moss put on a show for all those digesting Thanksgiving dinner across America. Here's a look back at that legendary performance.
Vikings rookie linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. played every snap for the first time in his career Sunday in Denver and led the team with nine tackles.

Vikings rookie Pace makes smooth transition to defense's on-field leader

November 21, 2023
Linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. replaced injured captain Jordan Hicks as the defensive signal caller in Denver. "It's so loud and the atmosphere is just crazy," Pace said.
The Vikings ran for a season-high 175 yards against Denver, with Ty Chandler, left, carrying 10 times for 73 yards and Alexander Mattison gaining 81 y

Vikings big question: Will fumble affect Mattison's job security?

November 21, 2023
When the Vikings faced a rash of fumbling issues, after three turnover-filled losses to start the season, coach Kevin O'Connell spoke as firmly as he has all year about fixing a problem.
Vikings edge rusher Danielle Hunter has played 119 NFL games including playoffs without being flagged for unnecessary roughness or fined.

Hunter is Vikings' nominee for NFL sportsmanship award

November 22, 2023
Vikings edge rusher Danielle Hunter has been flagged for only eight accepted penalties in his nine-year NFL career.
Vikings running back Ty Chandler had 110 yards from scrimmage on 14 touches against the Broncos.

Vikings film review: Should Chandler get more carries?

November 22, 2023
Vikings running back Ty Chandler is gaining trust from coaches by making plays and refining the nuances of his game, which could lead to a bigger role.
Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson had a record day against the Saints despite taking shots to his injured ribs, falls and flips.

Vikings' Hockenson went from injured to record-setting game in 7 days

November 21, 2023
A combination of medical care, extra padding and sheer human toughness kept Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson on the field against the New Orleans Saints.
Vikings
November 24, 2023
Podcast: Vikings' roster needs? Defensive philosophy? Approach with Joshua Dobbs?

Podcast: Vikings' roster needs? Defensive philosophy? Approach with Joshua Dobbs?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions about roster needs and development, Brian Flores and more in this episode of the Access Vikings podcast.
Vikings
November 27, 2023
Vikings safety Lewis Cine has been active for only four games this season before Monday night, playing special teams.

Cine works, waits as Vikings win without their 2022 first-round pick

While the Vikings patch together a winning record with help from players who have hit the field days after arriving in Minnesota, the first player GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah drafted continues to wait.
Vikings
November 25, 2023
Vikings edge rusher D.J. Wonnum (98), a fourth-round draft pick in 2020, has started 10 games and logged a career-high 80% of the defensive snaps.

Vikings' Wonnum is stacking up sacks in a contract year

Fourth-year pro D.J. Wonnum has six sacks through 11 games, and he and Danielle Hunter have joined forces to be one of the top duos in the NFL.
Vikings
November 24, 2023
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson said he has been hearing from fantasy football players and gamblers during his absence with a hamstring injury.

Vikings' Jefferson steps back from social media after getting harassed about injury

Justin Jefferson, who could miss a seventh game this week, has heard vitriol from angry fans and gamblers during his prolonged absence.
Vikings
November 27, 2023
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, center, has returned to practice but has not played in a game since sustaining a hamstring injury on Oct. 8.

Neal: Do the Vikings really need Jefferson to beat the Bears?

The Vikings are facing a team tonight that has committed self-inflicted damage all season? Minnesota's upcoming schedule makes a strong case in the decision.
Vikings
November 27, 2023
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson will be on the sidelines again tonight against the Bears.

Jefferson sits out again as Vikings remain cautious with star receiver

Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson missed his seventh game with a hamstring injury on Monday. He is expected to be ready for a return Dec. 10 in Las Vegas.
Vikings
November 27, 2023
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) is forced out by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans (21) in the first quarter of an NFL game

Vikings inactives: Cornerback Evans to miss Bears game

Akayleb Evans was a full participant in Friday's practice, but the Vikings will give him the bye week to recover from the Nov. 12 calf strain.
Vikings
November 27, 2023
The Vikings are in a viable playoff position because of the resourceful moves that brought in (clockwise from top left) quarterback Joshua Dobbs, guar

How the Vikings built their next-man-up roster and found success

The Vikings are 19-9 under GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O'Connell, tying for the fifth-most wins in the NFL since the start of 2022 with a "how-they-were-built" chart that defies easy description.
Vikings
November 27, 2023
The Bears didn’t have Montez Sweat (98) the last time they played the Vikings, and quarterback Justin Fields was injured during that Oct. 15 game.

Goessling's Vikings-Bears prediction: Who wins the turnover battle?

The Vikings will try to start a new winning streak at home against Chicago in a Monday night matchup before their long-awaited bye week.
Sports
November 27, 2023
D.J. Wonnum sacked Justin Fields when the Bears and Vikings played last month.

Vikings-Bears: Things to know before and during the game

Tap on the headline above before kickoff and during play to see the Star Tribune's coverage highlights and more about the game.