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Peterson not present at early portion of practice
1 day ago by
Vikings Now
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Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, who was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday, was not on the field at the portion of practice open to reporters.
Peterson injured his ankle Sunday.
Vikings coach Brad Childress said Wednesday that he was not aware of any nagging injuries...
2010 Vikings Free Agents
4 days ago by
Vikings Gab
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It was requested in the previous section that I provide you with a list of Vikings free agents. Ages listed are as of September 1, 2010. Here is the list for 2010:
- Tarvaris Jackson, QB, age 27
- Chester Taylor, RB, Age 30
- ...
Lake Michigan Getting More Bitter Every Day
15 hours ago by
Daily Norseman
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by Morry Gash - AP
Allen: Did you hear what Jon Greenberg said about me?
Rogers: Who?
(AP Photo/Morry Gash)
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Jon Greenberg, a writer for ESPNChicago.com...
Viking Injury Report: AD, Winfield, Herrera
1 day ago by
The Viking Age
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The Viking train is rolling so fast and hard right now, it seems that nothing can derail it.
Except a major injury to an important player.
So far, the only big injury to a starter has been the one suffered by Antoine Winfield, who hasn’t seen any action since the first half...
"Blind Side" Reminds Vikings Fans
7 hours ago by
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The recent film about Michael Oher accentuates the value of a good left tackle. Minnesota has had some good ones. Is Bryant McKinnie one of them?
The Case for Brett Favre as 2009 NFL MVP
3 days ago by
Daily Norseman
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by Jerry Holt - AP
Will this man be tipping his hat to the folks that vote for the MVP award after this season is over? (AP Photo/Star Tribune,Jerry Holt)
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Yes, I know that we've...
Vikings RB Peterson Misses Practice; Listed as Questionable
23 hours ago by
NFL Gridiron Gab
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The Vikings are getting ready for the Bears at home Sunday, but they could be without their biggest playmaker – RB Adrian Peterson:
Tailback Adrian Peterson was sick and missed the Minnesota Vikings’ practice Friday. He was listed as questionable on the official injury...
Vikings give back
4 days ago by
Vikings Now
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Adrian Peterson and Tarvaris Jackson took time today to give back to underprivileged families who reside at Mary's Place in Minneapolis.
Peterson and Jackson, who were scheduled to be joined by Bryant McKinnie and Chester Taylor, signed autographs and passed out coupons for free...
Harvin added to injury report, probable with illness
16 hours ago by
Pro Football Talk
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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Percy Harvin has been added to the team's injury report because of an illness. Harvin is listed as probable. Harvin is the second high-profile Vikings offensive player to be listed on the injury report as having...
Week 12 Preview: Seattle at St.Louis
13 hours ago by
NFL Gridiron Gab
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One week after taking on the juggernaut that is the Minnesota Vikings, the Seahawks head to St. Louis this weekend to take on the Rams.
Talk about two completely opposite sides of the spectrum.
While it seemed that the Vikings had weapons at every position, the Rams (1-10) have only...
Know Your Enemy – Jared Allen, his Mullet and Jay Cutler
9 hours ago by
Bear Goggles
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The Bears face the Vikings on Sunday. Jared Allen has been a one-man wrecking crew this season, tallying 10.5 sacks for the Vikes. Just what kind of a guy is Allen? Check out this clip from YouTube to get an idea:
And in case you thought it was going to be an easy day for Jay [...]
Favre nominated for award again
4 days ago by
Vikings Now
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Brett Favre has been nominated again for the FedEx Air Player of the Week award.
Favre, who completed 22 of 25 passes for 213 yards and four touchdowns in three quarters Sunday, was also nominated in weeks 4, 8 and 10.
He won the award each time.
Favre has donated the $3,000...
Brett Favre might be good
6 days ago by
Defensive Indifference
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Now that's the convincing win over a subpar team that everyone was looking for...Even the most die-hard Brett Favre-backers couldn't have predicted this kind of season. 21 touchdowns versus 3 interceptions and a 112.1 passer rating makes folks like me look pretty silly for...
Favre extends passer rating lead on competition
6 days ago by
Vikings Now
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Vikings quarterback Brett Favre entered Sunday with an NFL-high passer rating of 107.5.
By completing a personal record 88 percent of his passes (22 of 25) for 213 yards and four touchdowns, Favre actually improved his passer rating to 112.1. For the season, he is 216 of 310 (69.7...
Jackson happy with Favre decision; ready to take next step
3 days ago by
NFL News & Rumors
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When talks between Brett Favre and the Vikings heated up late last summer, Tavaris Jackson wasn’t pleased. But after a 9-1 start to the season, he’s flipped the switch and taken the team first approach that Minnesota hoped he would when they brought Favre in to be the savior...
When Winfield Returns, Who Doesn’t?
4 days ago by
Vikings Gab
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Antoine Winfield was very close to returning against the Seahawks, even though he was listed as doubtful. It is widely expected that Winfield will play this week against the Bears, or the following week against the Cardinals.
It will be great to have him back in the starting lineup...
Herrera misses practice with concussion
3 days ago by
Vikings Now
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Starting right guard Anthony Herrera missed today's practice with a concussion suffered in Sunday's game against Seattle. Receiver Bernard Berrian (hamstring), running back Adrian Peterson (ankle), cornerback Antoine Winfield (foot) and fullback Naufahu Tahi (ankle) were limited...
Fantasy Football Quick-Hitters: Peterson, Benson, Slaton and Julius
1 day ago by
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Adrian Peterson limited in practice. His ankle is bothering him. This could just be precautionary or there might be a real possibility that he’ll miss Week 12. Keep an eye on the Vikings injury report. If he’s listed as “probable” his owners can breathe a sigh...
Vikings Players Do Good Holiday Deeds
3 days ago by
Vikings Gab
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I tend to get wrapped up in football and negative off-the-field actions by Vikings players. For some reason, us bloggers forget that fans like to hear good things about their players as well.
For example, I recently neglected to mention that Madieu Williams made a hefty donation...
Vikings Cruise to an Easy Win
6 days ago by
Daily Norseman
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by Andy King - AP
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When Tarvaris Jackson is getting some third quarter playing time, one of two things has occurred. Either Favre's been knocked out of the game, or the Vikings...
Week 12 Preview: Bears (4-6) at Vikings (9-1)
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by Andy King - AP
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The Bears will display their pitifulness on national TV once again, when they visit the Vikings Sunday afternoon at 4:15pm ET on FOX. Over the course...
9 - 1!! Celebrate and Be Thankful!
4 days ago by
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Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders (MVC) Game Day Traditions.
Winfield is out today
6 days ago by
Vikings Now
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Vikings Pro Bowl cornerback Antoine Winfield will not play today against Seattle. Apparently he's still not where he would like to be after dealing with a fractured right foot for the past month. Benny Sapp will start in his place at left corner. The other Vikings' inactives...
Vikings' Peterson limited in practice
2 days ago by
Pro Football Talk
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Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was limited in practice for the second consecutive day today.Peterson, who suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's win over the Seahawks, is expected to play this Sunday against the Bears. But the ankle injury...
Brett Favre Now Officially Giving Comfort to the Enemy
8 days ago by
The Sporting Blog
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Americans have been tortured by the unremitting mentions of Brett Favre for at least the last several years. However, it's typically been a self-imposed thing. Not anymore. But then, that's the price of a free and open society. Our enemies see the harm we inflict upon ourselves...
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