Barnwell: Picking favorites and long shots to break eight major NFL records
Let's pick two front-runners and a dark horse for records such as passing, rushing and receiving for the season.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
3rd in NFC North
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- 12/9
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h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 12/26
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Vikes' Zimmer: Unvaccinated face tough time
Vikings coach Mike Zimmer says that players who don't get vaccinated face a tough time with the NFL's new COVID-19 protocols.
Vikings reunite with Richardson, sign veteran DT
Defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson is again a Viking, signing a deal that puts him back in Minnesota after two seasons in Cleveland. The one-year deal is worth up to $4.35 million, a source confirmed to ESPN's Courtney Cronin.
First looks at Julio Jones in Tennessee, Cleveland's revamped D: Things to watch at NFL minicamps
Eighteen teams open their mandatory three-day minicamps this week, including the AFC champion Chiefs, the defensively revamped Browns and the WR-boosted Ravens.
Vikings star DE Hunter reports to minicamp
Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter is at mandatory minicamp after skipping the entire offseason program.
NFL training camp sideshows: Tim Tebow now, but remember these five?
Many were skeptical of Tebow joining the Jaguars' camp roster after a six-year absence from the game. But he's not alone in odd NFL camp invites from over the years.
Film and no chill: QB Cousins rewatches career
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins upped his film study this offseason, going back and watching his whole career, as well as reviewing other offenses. "It's helpful now to see what has worked in the past, what I want to make as a staple for myself," he said.
Offseason rankings for all 32 NFL teams: What went right and wrong, plus what's left to do
Tampa Bay is bringing back almost everyone. The reigning MVP is mad at the Green Bay front office. Here's how every team fared.
Vikings reach agreement to sign CB Breeland
The Vikings have agreed to terms with free-agent cornerback Bashaud Breeland, adding him to their offseason additions in the secondary who also include Patrick Peterson and Mackensie Alexander.
Ranking the 25 biggest position upgrades of the NFL offseason
J.J. Watt over Zach Allen? Matthew Stafford over Jared Goff? We ranked the 25 best upgrades from the offseason, complete with player projections for the 2021 season.
NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus which players benefited most from the draft
Kirk Cousins and Patrick Mahomes both received offensive line help, while Myles Garrett will get some more support from the rest of the Browns' defense.
Broncos add exec Kleine in historic scouting hire
The Denver Broncos hired Kelly Kleine as executive director of football operations/special adviser to the general manager on Monday.
Chiefs acquire corner Hughes in trade with Vikes
The Chiefs have acquired cornerback Mike Hughes in a trade with the Vikings.
Biggest roster holes for all 32 NFL teams: What contenders are still missing
Hundreds of players found new teams through free agency and the draft. But every team still has at least one need.
NFL experts pick best matchups, biggest winners from schedule release
Which games should you circle on your calendar? Which rookie debut will be the most interesting? Our panel weighs in.
Burns, former Vikings coach known for wit, dies
Jerry Burns, the colorful character who took over the Vikings in a time of turmoil and led the team to three playoff berths, has died at age 94.
NFL draft nuggets for every rookie class: Execs' reactions, intel on key picks and more
As each team's rookie class gets up to speed, here's what we're hearing in league circles about every team's 2021 roster.
Bowen: 20 NFL rookies drafted by ideal teams and my favorite Day 3 picks
Team fits are underrated in the NFL draft process. These are the rookies who could thrive early and make an impact in 2021.
Ranking the five best trades in the NFL draft: Why the Giants got the best value
Which trades generated the most value for one team over the other? Here's how 'Trader Dave' made it happen for the Giants.
Vikes sign undrafted ex-Minnesota St. TE Zylstra
The Vikings have signed tight end Shane Zylstra out of the Division II program at Minnesota State that produced two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Adam Thielen.
McShay's favorite NFL draft pick for all 32 teams: Why Wilson, Pitts, Ojulari can be game-changers
Todd McShay names the best value pick for every NFL team at the 2021 NFL draft, including some instant impact starters. Who were the 32 perfect picks?
Grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Kiper picks his top teams, sleepers and more
The Jaguars got a star at No. 1. The Steelers and Cowboys tried to plug holes. Mel Kiper Jr.'s 2021 report card is here.
Vikings GM guarantees kicking competition
Despite having one kicker on the roster and not adding another in the draft, Minnesota Vikings' general manager Rick Spielman made certain the team will have multiple to choose from ahead of the 2021 season.
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2020 NFC North Standings
Team Stats
Passing Yards250.614th
Rushing Yards142.75th
Points For26.911th
Points Against29.74th
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2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(23) | Christian Darrisaw | OT | Virginia Tech |
| 3(2) | Kellen Mond | QB | Texas A&M |
| 3(15) | Chazz Surratt | ILB | North Carolina |
| 3(23) | Wyatt Davis | OG | Ohio State |
| 3(27) | Patrick Jones II | DE | Pittsburgh |
| 4(14) | Kene Nwangwu | RB | Iowa State |
| 4(20) | Camryn Bynum | CB | California |
| 4(29) | Janarius Robinson | DE | Florida State |
| 5(13) | Ihmir Smith-Marsette | WR | Iowa |
| 5(24) | Zach Davidson | TE | Central Missouri State |
| 6(15) | Jaylen Twyman | DT | Pittsburgh |