Christian Ponder named starter for Vikings-Packers header
Vikings head coach Leslie Frazier has made his decision to start rookie Christian Ponder at quarterback this weekend against Green Bay, according to Jason LaCanfora of the NFL Network. Multiple sources have confirmed LaCanfora’s report. Frazier originally told reporters Monday that he would announce his decision on Wednesday. Frazier said he would assess the situation and that his decision [...]
Vikings interested in free agent CB Benny Sapp
The Vikings might add a familiar name to their secondary. Minnesota inquired about former Viking cornerback Benny Sapp, according to Jeremy Fowler of the Pioneer Press. Hearing Vikings have inquired about former Minn CB Benny Sapp, nothing imminent though. Teams probably need another week of game evaluation. Sapp was released by the Dolphins Tuesday. Immediately after finding out that [...]
Sanford will start again at safety, rotate with Johnson
The Vikings will approach the starting strong safety position the same way they did last week. Head coach Leslie Frazier said Jamarca Sanford will get his second straight start, but Tyrell Johnson will rotate in, just as he did last week. Minnesota’s secondary played quite well last week by limiting Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers into [...]
Vikings switch backup centers: Release Cooper, sign Berger
The Vikings announced they have waived center Jon Cooper and signed six-year veteran center Joe Berger. Berger, 29, started 14 games at center for the Dolphins last year. He was recenty released from the Dolphins for—of course—former Viking offensive lineman Ryan Cook. Cooper played in 12 games last year, starting one at center. He was [...]
Vikings defense overworked in 17-24 loss to Chargers
The Vikings offense failed to stay on the field and move the chains in their loss against the Chargers Sunday. Minnesota’s offense was one-dimensional, with 159 yards rushing and just 39 yards passing. The Vikings’ offense had several three-and-out’s throughout the game, which put a lot of pressure on their defense. Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers passed [...]
Vikings sign Reisner off practice squad, waive Olsen
The Vikings tweaked their roster Saturday, as they make their final preparations for the season opener against the San Diego Chargers Sunday. Minnesota announced they re-signed tight end Allen Reisner from the practice squad and released offensive guard Seth Olsen. Reisner had an impressive training camp and could see time at tight end, fullback and special [...]
Vikings agree to contract extension with Greenway
The Vikings announced they have agreed to a contract extension with linebacker Chad Greenway Monday. Greenway, 28, is entering his sixth NFL season. Minnesota had placed the Franchise Tag on him this season, and was due to count $10.091 million against the cap under franchise arrangement. The terms of the deal were not immediately released, but [...]
Vikings name seven to practice squad
The Vikings released a list on Monday of players they have signed to their practice squad. The players: WR Manny Arceneaux, FB Matt Asiata, WR Stephen Burton, FB Ryan D’Imperio, OL Chris DeGeare, RB Caleb King and DL Cedric McKinley. Minnesota is allowed eight players on their practice squad, so expect another player to be [...]
Vikings claim LB Xavier Adibi off waivers
With Jasper Brinkley on the injured reserve, the Vikings finished the preseason with depth concerns at the linebacker position. Minnesota claimed linebacker Xavier Adibi off waivers from the Texans, according to Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities. Adibi has a lot of work ahead of him to adjust to the Vikings’ tampa-2 defense. He [...]
Vikings sign LB Kyle O’Donnell, release WR Dominique Johnson
The Vikings announced they signed Dallastown linebacker Kyle O’Donnell. To make room for O’Donnell, Minnesota released receiver Dominique Johnson. O’Donnell signed as an undrafted free-agent with the Redskins once the NFL lockout came to an end, but was cut relatively quick. The fact that O’Donnell signed a pro contract at all to start with is pretty miraculous considering his [...]
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