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.
Podcast: Vikings' QB uncertainty extends far beyond this year's weekly carousel
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Podcast: Vikings' QB uncertainty extends far beyond this year's weekly carousel

January 3
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss Sunday's finale against the Lions, the Vikings' draft position, the weekly QB carousel and more in this episode.
Podcast: Questions about Vikings defense fill the mailbag
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Podcast: Questions about Vikings defense fill the mailbag

January 5
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand open the mailbag and answer your questions about the recent defensive woes, coordinator Brian Flores' head coaching candidacy and more.
Wishes for 2024? Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and the Vikings need to draft better, Target Center fans need to simply enjoy Mike Conley, P.J. Fleck needs to rem

Souhan: New Year's resolutions for Minnesota sports fans and teams

January 1
The Minnesota sports programs all have some work to do. As fans, if you don't like the results on the scoreboard you can at least bask in the venues.
The Packers’ playoff chances are looking good after beating the Vikings 33-10 on Sunday, while Minnesota is in peril of missing the postseason headi

Vikings big question: What are they playing for in finale vs. the Lions?

January 2
Yes, the Vikings still have an outside chance at a playoff spot. But this weekend's results could also lead to a top-10 draft pick.
Kirk Cousins watches from the sidelines in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to Green Bay.
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The Vikings' QB conundrum, and the false choice of Kirk Cousins

January 2
Cousins has shown his value in both his play and his absence in 2023. But assuming he's the right choice for 2024 is wrong.
Vikings edge rusher Danielle Hunter is fifth in the NFL with a career-high 15 ½ sacks and is tied for the league lead in tackles for loss at 21.

Vikings' Hunter, DePaola named to NFC Pro Bowl team

January 3
Vikings edge rusher Danielle Hunter was named a Pro Bowl starter for the first time while long snapper Andrew DePaola added to his accolades.
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January 5
Quarterback Justin Fields and the Bears, winners of four of five, could play spoiler in the NFC playoff race.

Mark Craig's Week 18 NFL picks: Can Vikings get nudge into playoffs?

It's entirely possible for the Vikings to get all the help they need to make the playoffs. But will they help themselves vs. the Lions?
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January 3
“This definitely is a team that’s been staying close together through the tough times,” Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson said. “We know

Jefferson calls this Vikings season 'most difficult' of his career

Since Justin Jefferson left LSU as a national champion and entered the NFL as a first-round draft pick, he's won 30 games and lost 30.
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January 3
Nick Mullens will get his third start at quarterback for the Vikings, replacing Jaren Hall after Sunday’s 33-10 loss to the Packers. Mullens has bee

Mullens will be Vikings starting QB for finale vs. Lions

Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens will make his third start, his second against Detroit after throwing for 411 yards, two touchdowns and four interceptions in a Dec. 24 loss.
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January 4
Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens is focusing on avoiding turnovers in his start against the Lions on Sunday. “If you make smart decisions, the plays

For Mullens, Vikings quarterback job has required patience this season

Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens will make his 20th NFL start Sunday against the Lions. Playing a clean game without turnovers is the goal.
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January 3

Scoggins: Why re-signing Cousins would put extra heat on Vikings boss

The logical choice is to bring back quarterback Kirk Cousins. General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and the rest of the Vikings front office would need to ace their next NFL draft if that happens, because this roster has plenty of holes.
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January 5
Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon, right, played through a shoulder injury against the Packers on Sunday. He’ll stay on the sidelines this weekend a

Vikings secondary depleted again for season finale against the Lions

The Vikings will be far from full strength for Sunday's game in Detroit, with cornerbacks Byron Murphy Jr. and Mekhi Blackmon and right tackle Brian O'Neill out with injuries.
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January 5

Three times the Vikings' season was over (and two times they saved it)

It's been a wild ride for the Vikings this season, who enter Sunday's finale with a 7-9 record and a slim chance to make the playoffs.
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January 5

Vikings' O'Connell isn't NFL Coach of the Year anymore. Who is?

Our NFL Insider reveals his current ranking of NFL Coach of the Year candidates. The Vikings' Kevin O'Connell was once at the top of the list. See Mark Craig's new top five.
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January 6

Souhan: Built to win, devastated by injuries, this year's Vikings leave fans apathetic

"Next man up" only works if the next man up can actually do the job well.
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January 6
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores  said this has been “one of the most rewarding seasons I’ve been a part of,” despite the defense’s

In Vikings' confounding season, they had no answers in the end

The loss of quarterback Kirk Cousins, combined with youth and injuries on defense, put the Vikings in an untenable situation they never really solved.
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January 5
The Lions pressured Vikings quarterback Mullens on 36.6% of his dropbacks and sacked him four times in their game two weeks ago.

Vikings-Lions prediction: Slim playoff hopes and something to prove

The Lions are bringing "controlled fury" to the regular season finale while the Vikings have fallen to the fringes of the playoff race.
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January 7
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor (83) celebrates with offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw (71) after scoring a touchdown in the fourth qua

Vikings-Lions inactives: Darrisaw to play in finale; Ingram out

The 7-9 Vikings will have a patchwork offensive line during Sunday's finale in Detroit. The team that will be without seven players who started in Week 1.
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January 6

Vikings-Lions: 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.