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One moment stood out above the rest at Day 1 of Vikings mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. It was a seven-on-seven period, which are the only reps that happen at close to full speed during this portion of the offseason.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 10

Vikings DC Brian Flores puts positive spin on EDGE Dallas Turner's rookie season with important context we often forget

The Minnesota Vikings concluded their first mandatory minicamp practice, and it was an eventful one. The Vikings made two roster moves by signing tight

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 10

Vikings EDGE Dallas Turner remains a controversial player for reasons outside of his control, including a major misunderstanding

The Minnesota Vikings are in a crucial season. After three years of fixing the roster's salary cap issues, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spent like crazy this March to (hopefully) fix the trenches for good.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / May 12

What is a training-camp roster bonus? Report explains Shemar Stewart's rookie contract holdup with Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals first-round pick Shemar Stewart declined to participate in rookie minicamp as he did not sign the rookie contract offered to him by the club.

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / May 6

Minnesota Vikings’ 3-Sack Edge Rusher Named Breakout Star to Watch by NFL Exec

The Minnesota Vikings’ defense made major strides in 2024, under coordinator Brian Flores, and one of the franchise’s young edge rushers could be primed to make a major leap in 2025.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 30

Vikings GM speaks on Andrew Van Ginkel extension, Dallas Turner's role

The Vikings accomplished an important piece of business on Tuesday when they signed outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to a one-year contract extension that gives him a nice raise and keeps him in Minnesota through the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 30

Vikings signing Andrew Van Ginkel to extension sends firm message about the future of Dallas Turner and it's not what you think

The Minnesota Vikings made some waves on Tuesday afternoon. First, they had quarterback J.J. McCarthy and three other players speak to the media after practice at OTAs.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 29

Lucrative Andrew Van Ginkel extension could put this player on Vikings' back-burner

The Vikings locked linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel in for the next two seasons on Tuesday by agreeing with the six-year veteran on a one-year extension.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy sends strong message about whether he's ready to start in 2025

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 28

Kevin O'Connell expects 'huge jump' from Dallas Turner in second season

The biggest storyline heading into the 2025 Minnesota Vikings season will be J.J. McCarthy and how he looks in offseason practices as he prepares to take over as the starting quarterback on a roster that is loaded with talent.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 18

Do Vikings regret process that led to Dallas Turner and decimated draft capital?

The Vikings are less than a week away from kicking off a critical NFL draft — one where they need to add impactful young talent despite currently possessing the weakest collection of picks of any of the league's 32 teams.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 2

NFC Notes: Dennis Allen, Dallas Turner, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears’ recently hired DC Dennis Allen said they want to build an “attacking” defense: “We want to take the fight to the offense… [A defense] you come to expect from the Chicago Bears.” (Scott Bair) The Bears are expected to interview Tulane OL coach Dan Roushar for their OL opening on Friday, per the Bernstein & Harris Show.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Vikings EDGE Dallas Turner had an underwhelming season, but there shouldn’t be cause for concern

The Minnesota Vikings' 2024 season ended against the Los Angeles Rams by a score of 27-9, with quarterback Sam Darnold having his worst game of the season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / November 18

Should Minnesota Vikings Fans Be Worried About Dallas Turner?

After some moving and grooving in the offseason, the Minnesota Vikings went into the 2024 NFL Draft with a pair of first round picks. The thought, at the time, was extreme flexibility.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 4

Vikings rookie Dallas Turner has career day in win over Colts

Vikings first-round pick Dallas Turner played almost as many defensive snaps on Sunday night against the Colts (26) as he had in the previous four games combined (31).

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / September 2

Vegas Believes in Vikings Rookie Dallas Turner

Dallas Turner was the 17th pick taken in the 2024 NFL Draft. While he wasn’t the first Minnesota Vikings draft pick, back in April, he is the only 2024 1st round pick on the active roster this season.

Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / July 26

Dallas Turner on his biggest shock in the NFL: ‘Everybody’s human’

Entering a new chapter in life can be scary. However, it hasn’t taken long for Minnesota Vikings rookie linebacker Dallas Turner to get comfortable at the next level.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / July 21

Vikings wrap rookie signings by inking first-round linebacker

Vikings finish up rookie signings by inking first-round linebacker

The Minnesota Vikings have signed their 2024 rookie class.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / May 17, 2024

SEC Coaches Split on Value of Vikings 1st Round Pick, Dallas Turner

The Minnesota Vikings had a pair of first round draft picks this April, and rather than package them for a top-three quarterback, they stuck to a process and netted significant value in grabbing both J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / May 16, 2024

Is Dallas Turner a Week 1 Starter for Vikings?

In the 2024 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings traded pick Nos. 23, 167, and third- and fourth-rounders in the 2025 NFL Draft to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for pick No.

Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / May 14, 2024

Kevin O’Connell lays out plan for Dallas Turner in Minnesota Vikings defense

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell is ready to see rookie edge rusher Dallas Turner become an impact player. While speaking to reporters during rookie minicamp on Friday, O’Connell detailed the plan for Turner in the Vikings’ defense.

Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / May 8, 2024

Minnesota Vikings DC compares Dallas Turner to Dont’a Hightower, another former Alabama star

The Vikings paid attention to both the offense and defense in the first round of the NFL Draft. First came quarterback J.J. McCarthy, then ace pass rusher Dallas Turner.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 8, 2024

Vikings DC compares first-round pick to three-time Super Bowl champion

The Vikings traded up twice in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft to land who they hope to be franchise players on each side of the ball.

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NFL News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / May 6, 2024

Former Alabama LB Dallas Turner leads odds for 2024 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year

Dallas Turner was projected as a top 10 NFL Draft pick, but he fell to No. 17 overall. His drop to the Minnesota Vikings fuels him to prove those who passed on him wrong.