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DeAndre Hopkins unhappy with uncalled helmet-to-helmet hit

DeAndre Hopkins is confused about why a Harrison Smith hit went uncalled.

Kevin Skiver

J.J. Watt explains Jared Allen homage after being booed by Vikings fans

J.J. Watt appears to have forgotten about context in this case.

Kevin Skiver

Stefon Diggs, Jaire Alexander get into trash-talking match before Packers-Bills 'SNF' game

If you talk the talk, you better walk the walk. Diggs is doing so in Week 8.

David Suggs

NFC standings, playoff picture: Breaking down the surprise division leaders

While the AFC has been mostly chalk in terms of division leaders at midseason, the NFC has been chock full of shocking results, starting with the perfect Eagles leading a tougher-than-expected East.

Vinnie Iyer

Vikings' Patrick Peterson takes shot at Cardinals, Kyler Murray with 'Call of Duty' INT celebration

Patrick Peterson was clearly taking a dig at Kyler Murray with his in-game celebration of a Harrison Smith interception.

Jacob Camenker

Jared Allen 'legendary' horseback entrance to Vikings Ring of Honor ceremony

Former Vikings defensive end Jared Allen entered the franchise's Ring of Honor on Sunday, making a grand entrance onto the field for the halftime ceremony.

Dan Treacy

Dolphins net 143 yards in one drive vs. Vikings, still punt

Miami self-destructed what was an otherwise-great offensive drive.

Zac Al-Khateeb

NFL All-Bargain team: Big-time players who aren't making big bucks

Some members are bona fide superstars. Some are dependable starters. All have one thing in common: they aren't making anywhere near their market value.

David Suggs

History of NFL games in London: Why bad teams wind up playing across the pond

Ever wonder why the NFL sends bad teams to London? The Sporting News has answers.

David Suggs

Vikings beat Saints with help of questionable calls

Saints fans were not happy about a phantom hands to the face penalty and another pass interference that could have been a no-call.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Why four WRs were taken before Justin Jefferson during the 2020 NFL Draft

Justin Jefferson may be the NFL's best receiver. Here's how he made it to the Vikings' pick at 22 overall during the 2020 NFL Draft.

Jacob Camenker

Dalvin Cook injury update: Vikings running back day-to-day with shoulder injury

Cook was injured running into Ezra Cleveland during the third quarter against the Lions.

Edward Sutelan

NFL London Games 2022: Schedule, tickets, TV channel, stream

All you need to know as the NFL London Games head to the UK capital in October 2022.

Ben Miller

Kirk Cousins' prime-time woes continue vs. Eagles: Breaking down the numbers behind Vikings QB's struggles under bright lights

Kirk Cousins reverted to his losing ways under the bright lights of "Monday Night Football."

Edward Sutelan

Darius Slay gifts ball to James Harden after picking off Kirk Cousins

Of all the celebrities in Philadelphia for the "Monday Night Football" clash, it was the 76ers guard that got to leave the stadium with a game ball.

Edward Sutelan

History of ESPN's 'Monday Night Football' doubleheader

The ABC family of networks will broadcast a historic "Monday Night Football" doubleheader. Looking at the new format for Monday's games, and the history behind "MNF" double features.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Why former Vikings coach Mike Zimmer teamed up with Deion Sanders at Jackson State

Mike Zimmer spent eight seasons as the coach of the Vikings. After parting with the team in the 2022 NFL offseason, he went back to the college game.

Jacob Camenker

Why Justin Jefferson and Jalen Reagor are linked through draft

Jalen Reagor was taken a pick ahead of Justin Jefferson, and that wide receiver room must feel awfully small.

Kevin Skiver

Justin Jefferson vs. Stefon Diggs: Inside the stats since 2020 'win-win' trade between Bills, Vikings

Win-win trades don't happen very often. There's no doubt both the Vikings and Bills are happy with how this one turned out.

Edward Sutelan

Why Justin Jefferson loves new coach Kevin O'Connell's offense

Justin Jefferson seems to be a big fan of his new head coach's offense.

Jacob Camenker

Justin Jefferson turns in huge opening day vs. Packers

Justin Jefferson fancies himself one of the NFL's best receivers. He lived up to the billing Sunday.

Kevin Skiver

Vikings' Za'Darius Smith looking for revenge after contentious Packers exit

Smith explained his bitter breakup with the Packers and how it led him to sign with the Vikings.

Jacob Camenker

James and Dalvin Cook seeking to become NFL's latest set of star brothers

As James Cook joins the NFL ranks, he will look to have as much success as his brother, Dalvin, has had during his career to date.

Jacob Camenker

Chris Simms, Kellen Mond and a roasting a year in the making

It involves Justin Fields and the 2021 NFL Draft class.

Joe Rivera

Justin Jefferson responds to Ja'Marr Chase's claims as better WR: 'I'm more versatile'

Chase said his former LSU teammate stole all his moves. The Vikings wide receiver is pushing back.

Edward Sutelan

What are the greatest receiving seasons in NFL history? Vikings' Justin Jefferson aims to become first wideout to hit 2,000 yard mark

“I think I can,” Jefferson said Monday. “Hopefully, everything goes right and I can get that 2,000. That’s my goal.”

David Suggs

TSN Archives: Fran Tarkenton named 1975 NFC Player of the Year (Jan. 31, 1976)

When Twin Cities icon Fran Tarkenton, frequently overlooked, finally received the ultimate in recognition by being named The Sporting News NFC Player of the Year, his reaction, according to TSN itself, amounted to a "So what?"

TSN Archives

Jeff Gladney, former NFL first-round pick, dies at age 25; football world mourns loss

Gladney was given a second chance in the NFL after spending a year away.

Joe Rivera

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah defends trades with Packers, Lions

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah knows the repercussions of making a divisional rival better.

Kevin Skiver

Vikings safety Lewis Cine explains how Buccaneers 'did me so dirty' with NFL Draft trade

The Buccaneers were clear they wanted to draft Lewis Cine, but they passed on the chance to do so.

Kevin Skiver

Vikings draft picks 2022: Who did Minnesota take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

The Sporting News looks at the 2022 NFL Draft for the Vikings.

Zac Al-Khateeb

'Read the card!': Ed Marinaro's painfully long Vikings draft pick announcement tested the NFL world's patience

Ed Marinaro had a speech planned, but Las Vegas isn't the stage for those speeches

Kevin Skiver

Major NFL quarterback contracts, extensions in 2022 offseason from Aaron Rodgers to Derek Carr

Aaron Rodgers kicked off a bustling offseason of restructures and extensions for quarterbacks.

Kevin Skiver

How Colin Kaepernick could have ended up with the Vikings this offseason — as a coach

Kaepernick's former head coach Jim Harbaugh is still fighting for him to get back to the league.

Joe Rivera

Cam Newton, Michael Jordan lead Notable NFL cuts

Sporting News kept tabs on the most surprising cuts from NFL rosters:

Vinnie Iyer

Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

In our early picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season, Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl champions pick up where they left off, the Chiefs win a close one and Joe Burrow leads an upset.

Vinnie Iyer

Grading NFL rookie QB preseason debuts: Justin Fields, Zach Wilson impress

From Jaguars No.1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence to Colts sixth-rounder Sam Ehlinger, we handed out grades for every rookie quarterback who made their preseason debuts in Week 1.

Vinnie Iyer

The best and worst starting QBs for 2021, ranked 1-32

Here are Sporting News' updated NFL quarterback rankings for the 2021 season from 1-32, starting with Patrick Mahomes down to Sam Darnold.

Vinnie Iyer

Zimmer slams Vikings players who don't get vaccinated

The eighth-year head coach did not hold back when discussing the vaccine.

Zac Al-Khateeb

NFL power rankings, training camp edition

With training camps set to open for every team in the NFL this week, here are Sporting News' latest league power rankings, updated with the current vibes coming out of the offseason.

Vinnie Iyer

11 NFL veterans in jeopardy after 2021 draft picks, from Jimmy Garoppolo to Cam Newton

These NFL players should be worried after their teams selected potential rookie replacements in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Vinnie Iyer

SN's final NFL Mock Draft for 2021

Sporting News' final NFL mock draft for 2021 covers the first three rounds with the most updated information and rumors considered for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL schedule release: When to expect an announcement, and more

Here is what we know about the NFL's 2021 schedule release date, schedule for each team and more.

Joe Rivera

NFL mock draft 2021 with trades: Patriots, Broncos, Bills make bold moves up; Falcons, Panthers enjoy payoff

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2021 includes a handful of trades that shake up the first round.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2021 spans seven rounds, covering all 259 picks from projected No. 1 overall selection Trevor Lawrence down to Mr. Irrelevant.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: After Miami's big trades

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 looks at the implications of San Francisco and Philadelphia swinging big blockbuster deals with Miami to move up in the draft order.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: Adjusted for free-agent moves

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 looks at the implications of NFL free agency on the first round now that the dust has settled, including the Jets' decision to draft a QB vs. trading for Deshaun Watson.

Vinnie Iyer

Mac Jones mock draft: Raiders, 49ers, Steelers among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Alabama QB

Mac Jones has a mix of all the traits to perform and win at a high level in the NFL. Here are the best 2021 NFL Draft fits for the Alabama quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL salary cap cuts 2021: Team-by-team tracker of players released into NFL free agency

The NFL has set its salary cap at $182.5 million for 2021. With a significant $15.7 million decrease from the 2020 number of $198.2 million, that's left teams scrambling to make cuts that will help them get under the cap for the upcoming season.

Vinnie Iyer

The NFL's highest-paid quarterbacks in salary, guaranteed money and total contract value

Here are the 10 highest-paid QBs in the NFL based on three different criteria.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: How Carson Wentz trade will reshape first round

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 explores the ripple effects of Carson Wentz's trade from the Eagles to the Colts plus other Round 1 quarterback implications.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL QB carousel: Projecting the starter for all 32 teams in 2021

It is not a stretch to say half of the NFL's 32 teams could have a different starting quarterback next season. Here's a breakdown of how the league's QB landscape might look after free agency, trades and the 2021 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

SN Mock Draft: Justin Fields falls to Falcons after Jets skip QB

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projects pick Nos. 1-28 after the NFL divisional playoffs, including a big shakeup early after Trevor Lawrence goes to the Jaguars and Urban Meyer as expected.

Vinnie Iyer

Kamara: I did a small part

Alvin Kamara equalled an NFL record and the New Orleans Saints running back praised his team-mates.

Dejan Kalinic

Brees hails 'astounding' Kamara

Drew Brees enjoyed Alvin Kamara's stunning performance for the New Orleans Saints.

Dejan Kalinic

Alvin Kamara highlights from Saints vs. Vikings: All 6 touchdowns, ranked

Kamara had a historic outing against Minnesota, scoring six times in an easy win.

Dan Bernstein

SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft keeps six quarterbacks in the first round, topped with the flip at the top between Jacksonville and New York. Also, Philadelphia and New England grab needed downfield playmakers from the Crimson Tide.

Vinnie Iyer

SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft has both the Cowboys and Eagles thinking defense with their surprisingly high picks, while the Steelers and 49ers find eventual replacements for their franchise quarterbacks.

Vinnie Iyer

Week 13 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season, Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay avenge a 2019 loss to Philadelphia, while Seattle, New England and San Francisco continue their playoff pushes.

Vinnie Iyer

Week 12 Steelers-Ravens FanDuel Picks

The Steelers and Ravens are facing off on Wednesday in a long-awaited showdown. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

NFL power rankings for Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 13 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Thielen placed on COVID list

Adam Thielen's status for the Vikings' game with the Panthers is in doubt, while three Ravens players tested positive for COVID-19.

Nicholas McGee

Foles injury not serious

The Bears are hopeful they will have Nick Foles back following their bye week after he escaped serious injury against the Vikings.

Matt Becker

Bears unsure on Foles injury

Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy provided an update on the injury sustained by Nick Foles in the Chicago Bears' loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Peter Hanson

Stafford on reserve/COVID-19 list

Matthew Stafford has been added to the reserve/COVID-19 list for a second time a day after his team-mate Jarrad Davis.

Peter Thompson

Broncos confirm COVID-19 case

A Denver Broncos player is self-isolating after testing positive for COVID-19, as are two other players deemed to be close contacts.

Rob Lancaster

Hunter out for entire season

The Minnesota Vikings expect Danielle Hunter to make a full recovery after the defensive end underwent neck surgery.

Rob Lancaster

Falcons shut team facility

Ahead of facing the Minnesota Vikings in Week 6, the winless Atlanta Falcons will be conducting operations virtually.

Rob Lancaster

Texans fire O'Brien

Bill O'Brien's tenure as head coach and general manager of the Texans has come to an end following Sunday's loss to the Vikings.

Nicholas McGee

NFL mock draft 2021: Jets, Broncos, Vikings all go QB

Sporting News' updated mock draft finds new franchise quarterbacks for three teams floundering to start the 2020 season. Plus, the Giants, Falcons and Bengals add defensive stars in the top 10.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings for Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 3 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Cook, Vikings agree to five-year, extension, per report

There will be no franchise tag for Dalvin Cook in Minnesota.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Gordon re-signs with Seattle

Though he remains suspended indefinitely, Josh Gordon has signed for the Seattle Seahawks, according to his agent.

Liam Blackburn

Will there be fans at NFL games in 2020?

The NFL is allowing each of its 32 teams and local lawmakers to determine whether fans can attend football games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a team-by-team breakdown, updated with the latest news.

Tadd Haislop

NFL rumours: Packers could pounce on Vikings turmoil by signing Pro Bowl defender

As Green Bay tries to gain an edge in the NFC, it is apparently setting its sights on a longtime Minnesota edge rusher.

Dan Bernstein

NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL training camp openings remain on schedule

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

Cook's potential holdout has risks

Big decisions could be on the horizon at the Minnesota Vikings, where Dalvin Cook is said to be considering a holdout.

Scott Garbarini

Dunbar and Baker out on bail

Quinton Dunbar and Deandre Baker's attorneys said they had been released on bail, having been charged over an alleged armed robbery.

Liam Blackburn

NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Draft grades 2020

Sporting News' grades are in for the 2020 NFL Draft. Here are the best and worst classes, from a surprisingly impressive haul for Jerry Jones and the Cowboys to an all-around whiff by the Packers.

Vinnie Iyer

Browns rubbish OBJ trade rumours

Paul DePodesta described a report Odell Beckham is on the verge of being traded to the Minnesota Vikings as "completely false".

Liam Blackburn

NFL free agency tracker: The 10 best available free agents still unsigned in 2020

Several good players are still available in 2020 NFL free agency.

Tadd Haislop

When sports stars returned

We take a look at the sports stars who made retirement U-turns on the 25th anniversary of Michael Jordan saying: 'I'm back'.

Liam Blackburn

Twitter clowns O'Brien again after Vikings trade Diggs to Bills

Did the Texans even call the Bills?

Austin Anderson

NFL Combine takeaways

The biggest takeaways from the first half of the 2020 NFL Combine, from Tua Tagovailoa's health to Joe Burrow's fit with the Bengals.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL playoff format proposal

49ers-Seahawks III and Brees vs. Rodgers would have had a better chance of happening with tweaks to the current format.

Tom Gatto

NFL mock draft 2020: Patriots, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants go defense

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with the actual draft fewer than three months away.

Vinnie Iyer

49ers' Sherman slams critics

San Francisco 49ers defensive back Richard Sherman had some words for his critics following his team's playoff victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

Sacha Pisani

49ers beat Vikings in playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers moved a step closer to the Super Bowl with victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

Adam Thielen hoping to face 49ers

Adam Thielen hopes to be available for the Minnesota Vikings' clash against the San Francisco 49ers.

Dejan Kalinic

Vikings back Zimmer and Spielman

Though linked with the Dallas Cowboys, Mike Zimmer's future appears to remain with the Minnesota Vikings.

Matt Dorman

Ranking the NFL's 2020 playoff QBs with the most to prove

The 12 quarterbacks in the NFL's 2020 playoff field are separated by two decades. From a six-time Super Bowl champion to the seven QBs without a playoff win, each has something to prove.

Bill Bender

NFL mock draft 2020: Dolphins, Panthers get Bengals' QB leftovers

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL playoff power rankings 2020: Every team's real chances to win Super Bowl 54

With the NFL playoff bracket for 2020 set, Super Bowl odds have been updated, but they don't necessarily reflect how we feel about the teams most and least likely to win the championship.

Vinnie Iyer

Who's in the NFL playoffs 2020?

The bracket for the NFL playoffs in 2020 is set. Here are the wild-card matchups based on the final postseason standings.

Tadd Haislop

Best, worst possible match-ups for each NFL playoff team

As Week 17 arrives and the NFL playoff picture takes form, here are the matchups each playoff team should wish to draw and hope to avoid.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL mock draft 2020: Redskins pass on Young

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order for the first round. Where will the top prospects like Joe Burrow, Chase Young, Tua Tagovailoa and others land?

Vinnie Iyer

NFL playoff clinching scenarios for Cowboys, Packers, Ravens

Six teams had NFL playoff clinching scenarios in play this week.

Tadd Haislop

NFL playoff picture: Projecting the seeds & matchups for AFC, NFC brackets

Here is our latest projection for the NFL playoff seeding with the postseason picture two weeks away from being finalised.

Tadd Haislop

NFL power rankings: Packers, Chiefs, Seahawks rise

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 16 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 13

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season, Pittsburgh wins its chippy rematch against Cleveland. Plus, Minnesota escapes Seattle with a victory, and Green Bay takes care of business in New York.

Tadd Haislop

NFL mock draft 2020: Tua Tagovailoa drops out of first round

Here is our latest 2020 NFL mock draft in the wake of a hip injury to Tua Tagovailoa, a possible No. 1 overall pick who now could slide out of the first round entirely.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings Week 12

Here are our updated NFL power rankings as Week 12 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

Vikings rule out Thielen v Dallas

A hamstring injury will see Adam Thielen sidelined for the Minnesota Vikings' meeting with the Dallas Cowboys.

Dejan Kalinic

Seahawks soar past Buccaneers in OT

Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson continued his MVP-calibre season by tying a career high with five touchdown passes for the Seahawks.

Sacha Pisani

NFL power rankings

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the latest developments around the league as Week 9 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

Redskins' Peterson moves into sixth on all-time rushing list

Washington Redskins star Adrian Peterson moved up the all-time rushing list and into sixth position on Thursday.

Alexis Mansanarez

Three takeaways from Vikings' win over Redskins

There have been miraculous games at U.S. Bank Stadium, but dub "Thursday Night Football" as a revenge game for the ages.

Alexis Mansanarez

Keenum out with concussion

Keenum was replaced by 2019 first-round draft pick Dwayne Haskins.

Alexis Mansanarez

Adrian Peterson injury update

Peterson injured his ankle in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the 49ers after fumbling.

Chelsea Howard

Starting QBs since Kaepernick

Each NFL team has played at least 35 games since Colin Kaepernick's last appearance, and 80 different quarterbacks have been starters.

Liam Blackburn

Vikings' Hill handed second four-game suspension

Hill played in all 16 games for the Vikings in 2018-19 and tallied 36 tackles and one interception.

Ameer Tyree

When does NFL training camp start in 2019? Dates, schedules, locations for all 32 teams

NFL training camp start dates vary from team to team in 2019. Find out when training camp starts for your team this year.

Tadd Haislop

Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph reportedly signs four-year extension

Rudolph ranks 10th in catches, 12th in receiving yards and fourth in touchdowns among tight ends in the NFL.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Kyle Rudolph confirms five-year offer from Vikings

Tight end Kyle Rudolph, 29, may be staying with the Minnesota Vikings after all amid contract negotiations.

Arthur Weinstein

NFL Draft grades: Ranking the best, worst 2019 draft classes 1-32

Final results won't be known for a few years, but there is enough information already to make an early assessment of every team's selections.

Vinnie Iyer

Vikings lock up Adam Thielen

Adam Thielen has averaged 107 catches with 1,324 yards and 6 touchdowns over the last two years.

Thomas Lott

How many NFL teams have not won a Super Bowl?

The Patriots and Rams can't relate to this list. From long-suffering fan bases to NFL expansion teams, here's a look at the 12 who have never experienced Super Bowl bliss.

Jacob Janower

Bears activate Long from IR

Long returned to practice last Friday for the first time since injuring his foot Oct. 28.

Alexis Mansanarez

NFL releases 2019 Pro Bowl rosters

The NFL released the rosters for the 2019 Pro Bowl in Orlando, Fla. on Tuesday.

Ameer Tyree

Riveron admits officials blew call

The NFL's vice president of officiating Al Riveron admitted Friday that Wagner should have been called for a penalty.

Alexis Mansanarez

Rodgers pledges $1M

Rodgers, who grew up in California, will donate $1 million to help with wildfire relief.

Gabrielle McMillen

Matt Patricia scolds reporter

The Lions coach had an interesting exchange with a reporter asking him how trading Golden Tate made Detroit a better team.

Arthur Weinstein

Lions receiving calls about WR Tate

Tate is in the final season of the five-year, $31 million contract he signed with Detroit in March 2014.

E.Jay Zarett

McDermott loses tip of pinky

Kevin McDermott is one tough individual.

Thomas Lott

Three takes from Rams win vs. Minn.

Jared Goff and the Rams remained undefeated Thursday with an explosive win over the Vikings.

Alec Brzezinski

Rodgers says penalties are wrong

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is unsure about the NFL's roughing the passer rule.

Thomas Lott

Davis explains NFL retirement

Vontae Davis said he had no regrets about his decision to retire from the NFL midway through Buffalo Bills' game on Sunday.

Chelsea Howard

Aaron Rodgers practices

Aaron Rodgers practiced for the first time this week, giving the Green Bay Packers hope he will be available on Sunday.

Bill Marx

Aaron Rodgers injury update

Rodgers injured his leg in the first half of the Packers’ 24-23 win against the Bears last weekend.

E.Jay Zarett

Vikings expect Rodgers to play

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers said he would not miss any time after hurting his leg on Sunday and the Minnesota Vikings believe him.

Travis Durkee

Trump critical of ad campaign

"I think as far as sending a message, I think it’s a terrible message and a message that shouldn’t be sent," President Donald Trump said.

Thomas Lott

NFL rookie recap: Preseason Week 4

Baker Mayfield showed he could find open receivers Thursday in the Browns' preseason finale.

Alec Brzezinski

Vikings to sign Iloka

The free-agent safety had drawn interest from the Raiders and Cowboys following his release from the Bengals on Sunday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Diggs gets extension

Stefon Diggs caught 64 passes for 849 yards and eight touchdowns last season.

Gabrielle McMillen

Sparano dies

Sparano, 56, died days before training camp was set to begin.

Gabrielle McMillen

Reality of NFL Draft rooms is a blend of tension and trepidation

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond provides an authentic look into draft rooms. The reality is not as calm and relaxed as you might see on TV.

Jeff Diamond

NFL free agency: Vikings can give Kirk Cousins his best offer

The Vikings don't have many team needs as NFL free agency approaches, which is part of the reason they will be able to offer Kirk Cousins the best deal the QB can get in 2018.

Vinnie Iyer

Vikings could promote Kevin Stefanski to OC, play keep-away with Giants' top target

Vikings quarterbacks coach Kevin Stefanski will be an offensive coordinator in 2018 — the only question is where. SN's Alex Marvez has the details on the domino effect with the Eagles, Vikings and Giants.

Alex Marvez

Stefon Diggs will never tire of attention after 'Minneapolis Miracle'

Vikings playoff hero Stefon Diggs told SN he won't get sick of the praise after his game-winning touchdown "for another 100 years."

Kristian Dyer

Vikings bring back defensive coordinator George Edwards for 2018

George Edwards oversaw the NFL's No. 1 defense in 2017.

Alex Marvez

How much do Super Bowl commercials cost in 2018?

Commercials before, during and after the Super Bowl have become must-see TV over the years. Here is everything you need to know about commercials during the 2018 Super Bowl.

E.Jay Zarett

Watch Alex Trebek ham it up as 'Jeopardy!' contestants whiff on five straight football clues

We've seen whiffs on "Jeopardy!" before, but never five in a row. Thankfully, Alex Trebek was there to ease the awkwardness.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Kirk Cousins' path to Vikings becomes more clear after Alex Smith trade

When Kirk Cousins enters free agency, the Vikings need to pounce. It's a perfect fit.

Vinnie Iyer

Pat Shurmur quickly filling out Giants' defensive coaching staff

New Giants head coach Pat Shurmur is moving quickly to assemble his defensive coaching staff.

Alex Marvez

Julie Johnston Ertz gets news of Eagles' Super Bowl berth, reacts accordingly

U.S. women's soccer star Julie Johnston Ertz was not able to watch her husband, Eagles tight end Zach Ertz, play in Sunday's NFC championship game. She freaked out when she learned the result.

Tadd Haislop

Vikings vs. Eagles: Score, results, highlights from NFC championship game

For live Vikings-Eagles scoring updates during Sunday's NFC championship game, follow along here.

Joe Rivera

NFC championship game: Why Vikings match up so well with Eagles

The NFC championship should be a close game between two dominant defenses. Taking a closer look at the matchup, here is why the Vikings might have a slight edge over the Eagles on Sunday.

Vinnie Iyer

Keenum vs. Foles for NFC title provides reminder of best path to Super Bowl

The NFC championship game featuring two elevated backup quarterbacks does not make it an anomaly. The Vikings and Eagles are reminding us what a team needs most in order to win a Super Bowl.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL playoffs: Picks, odds for Vikings vs. Eagles NFC championship game

The Vikings and Eagles play Sunday for a chance to advance to Super Bowl LII. Here are our picks and predictions for the NFC championship game.

Vinnie Iyer

American Forces Network to air AFC, NFC championship games despite government shutdown

Despite the U.S. government shutdown, American military members stationed overseas will be able to watch Sunday's AFC and NFC championship games.

Michael McCarthy

Eagles questioning, but embracing, underdog status during playoff run

Despite finishing the regular season atop the NFC, Philadelphia enters its second straight playoff game Sunday with underdog status.

Alex Marvez

NFL playoffs: Each remaining team's chances of advancing to Super Bowl 52

AccuScore predicts the conference champions and participants in Super Bowl 52.

AccuScore

Odds, picks to win Super Bowl 52 in Minneapolis

Sporting News has some Super Bowl 52 predictions heading into the conference championship games.

Tadd Haislop

NFL playoffs 2018: Conference championship odds, point spreads

New England is a big favorite again. Philadelphia is a home underdog again. The early lines for Championship Sunday.

Tom Gatto

What 'Minneapolis Miracle' means for Vikings, NFL playoff history

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond has witnessed plenty of miraculous NFL playoff finishes, but Stefon Diggs' touchdown to beat the Saints, the biggest play in Minnesota history, is among the best.

Jeff Diamond

Kyle Rudolph's view of Vikings' success runs deeper than 'Minneapolis Miracle'

Minnesota tight end Kyle Rudolph shares his thoughts on the 'Minneapolis Miracle' and more heading into NFC championship game.

Bill Bender

Drew Brees' playoff heroics become devastating footnote — again

NFL playoff heroics reduced to a trivia question — it's something Drew Brees has faced before. The Saints QB's almost-game-winning drive won't be forgotten, but it was overshadowed.

David Steele

Saints vs. Vikings: Score, results, highlights from divisional playoff game in Minnesota

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Vikings' 29-24 win over the Saints on Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

Stefon Diggs' game-winning TD at :00 turns Las Vegas upside down

The Vikings' miracle win over the Saints moved millions of dollars between multiple sides at sportsbooks in the desert.

Tom Gatto

Stefon Diggs' biggest play ever keeps Vikings on path toward Super Bowl

Stefon Diggs has been a danger to break something big ever since arriving in Minnesota, so engineering a playoff miracle was no big surprise.

David Steele

Marcus Williams stands tall after missed tackle: 'You can't let it beat you down'

The Saints rookie showed poise after making a massive blunder allowing Stefon Diggs to score the touchdown now known as the "Minneapolis Miracle."

Tom Gatto

NFL playoffs: Picks, odds for Saints vs. Vikings divisional game in Minneapolis

The Saints and Vikings play Sunday for a chance to advance to the NFC championship game. Here are our picks and predictions for the divisional-round game in Minneapolis.

David Steele

NFL playoffs: Probabilities to win each divisional-round game on road to Super Bowl 52

AccuScore predicts the divisional-round winners on the road to Super Bowl 52.

AccuScore

Don't expect a lot of playoff surprises even after topsy-turvy regular season

Love it or hate it, the chalk will prevail in this year's playoffs and the Patriots will repeat as champions.

Jeff Diamond

NFL schedule: Week 17 game times, TV coverage

The final NFL Sunday of the year is packed with afternoon games, many of which have playoff implications.

Skylar Rolstad

Vikings vs. Packers: Score, results, highlights from Saturday night game in Green Bay

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Minnesota's 16-0 win over Green Bay on Saturday.

E.Jay Zarett

NFL schedule: Week 16 game times, TV coverage

The NFL Week 16 slate includes two Saturday and two Monday matchups. This is a crucial week for playoff contenders.

Skylar Rolstad

Case Keenum finally cools off, but still reminds Vikings he's invaluable

Case Keenum couldn't win Sunday's game for Minnesota at Carolina, but he did as much as he could. His Week 14 performance was a clear indication he's the quarterback the Vikings need as the playoffs near.

Vinnie Iyer

Vikings vs. Panthers: Score, results, highlights from Week 14 game in Carolina

Check out all the highlights and stats from Sunday's Vikings-Panthers game in Carolina.

Skylar Rolstad

NFL schedule: Week 14 game times, TV coverage

Vikings-Panthers and Seahawks-Jaguars highlight the NFL Week 14 slate. Both games involve big playoff implications.

Skylar Rolstad

Offense-needy NFL teams could plunder Vikings' Shurmur in 2018

The Minnesota Vikings are enjoying an offensive renaissance, thanks to coordinator Pat Shurmur.

Alex Marvez

NFL playoff picture: Vikings jump Eagles; Seahawks fly up to No. 5

Here is a look at the NFL playoff picture after Week 13 and the first game of Week 14.

Vinnie Iyer

Case Keenum gives Vikings all the confidence they need for Super Bowl run

Don’t get caught up in the past or future. Case Keenum — not Teddy Bridgewater or Sam Bradford — is the right quarterback for the Vikings in 2017.

Alex Marvez

NFL Thanksgiving games 2017: Schedule, predictions, picks against spread

The NFL Thanksgiving game schedule in 2017 is loaded with games featuring playoff implications: Lions vs. Vikings, Cowboys vs. Chargers and Redskins vs. Giants.

Tadd Haislop

Unsinkable Vikings find whole new world of NFC title contention

It's time to take Minnesota seriously as a threat to become the first NFL team to play a Super Bowl in its home stadium.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL playoff picture: Steelers strengthen position, Titans let Jags jump them

Pittsburgh and New England are on course to play for the top seed in the AFC in Week 15. Over in the NFC, the idle Eagles get a little pressure from the surging Saints and Vikings.

Vinnie Iyer

Vikings need to ride Case Keenum, even if Teddy Bridgewater is ready to return

It makes no sense for the Vikings to bench a rolling Case Keenum in favor of a rusty Teddy Bridgewater. Keenum is a big reason Minnesota has a two-game lead in the NFC North.

Vinnie Iyer

Redskins' Maurice Harris submits bid for catch of the year against Vikings

Maurice Harris made an incredible touchdown catch to give the Redskins an early lead over the Vikings on Sunday.

Tadd Haislop

Vikings vs. Browns: Score, results, highlights from Week 8 game in London

The Vikings pulled away from the Browns in the fourth quarter of what turned out to be an entertaining game in London on Sunday.

Tadd Haislop

Navigating Vikings' QB quandary with Bridgewater, Bradford and Keenum

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond breaks down Minnesota's current quarterback situation, which is being complicated by Teddy Bridgewater's potential return.

Jeff Diamond

Packers' QB options without Aaron Rodgers start with Hundley, end with Romo

Are Tony Romo and/or Colin Kaepernick options for the Packers with Aaron Rodgers sidelined? SN's Bill Bender breaks down what Green Bay might do at quarterback.

Bill Bender

Without Aaron Rodgers, Packers' defense will hurt more than Brett Hundley

With Aaron Rodgers injured, Green Bay's biggest problem is not whoever plays quarterback. It's the lack of complementary football with a struggling defense.

Vinnie Iyer

Bears need lot more than tricks to get best of Mitchell Trubisky

Chicago's under-fire coaching staff has to be conservative with rookie QB Mitchell Trubisky, but it also has to exploit his athleticism. A lackluster supporting cast makes the task doubly difficult.

Vinnie Iyer

Saints WR Willie Snead suspended

The NFL announced Friday that Snead has been suspended for violating the league's substance abuse policy.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Playoff field set with streaking Packers, Patriots, Steelers

The Packers and Patriots enter the playoffs riding six-game win streaks while the Steelers have won seven straight.

Ron Clements

Alshon Jeffery guarantees Super Bowl for Bears next year

The Bears put the final touches on a 3-13 season Sunday, the worst 16-game finish in franchise history.

Brandon Schlager

Protesters make statement in Minn.

The protesters were urging the U.S. Bank to diverge from the Dakota Access Pipeline.

Alec Brzezinski

Bears coach John Fox, GM Ryan Pace will get the chance they deserve

Chicago is 3-12 this season after going 6-10 last year.

Alec Brzezinski

Lions' biggest weapon against Packers is no secret

Detroit needs Darius Slay to play his best football Sunday against Green Bay.

Ron Clements

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Making sense of Week 17’s playoff scenarios

The Buccaneers have to beat the Panthers and hope a lot of things go their way in order to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 16

As some NFL teams are preparing for the playoffs, other clubs such as the Jets, Rams and Vikings are a mess with one week remaining.

Ron Clements

Vikings defenders acted 'stupid and ignorant' against Packers, Deion Sanders says

Primetime does not like how some Vikings defenders decided to ignore coach Mike Zimmer's game plan for covering Jordy Nelson.

Jordan Heck

J.J. Watt, Eddie Lacy and other injured players that impacted the NFL season

Injuries to key players affected the fortunes of several teams during the 2016 NFL season. We take a look at what might have been.

Arthur Weinstein

Vikings clarify Jordy Nelson defensive scheme breakdown

A Vikings source told ESPN that Mike Zimmer's defensive instructions to contain Jordy Nelson were only ignored for one series.

Arthur Weinstein

The Blitz Read: Brutal Week 16 for playoff-bound Raiders, Seahawks

The Raiders and Seahawks both saw star players go down with broken legs. The Titans lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to the same injury.

Ron Clements

Vikings DBs ignore Mike Zimmer's plan for covering Jordy Nelson

Jordy Nelson had already torched the Vikings before the coaches noticed something was not going as planned.

Scott Ridge

Aaron Rodgers makes more history as he keeps Packers rolling

The Green Bay quarterback continues to shatter team records while adding his name to the NFL record book.

Ron Clements

Adrian Peterson's valiant return to Vikings short-lived

The Vikings on Friday ruled Adrian Peterson out for Saturday's game against the Packers.

Brandon Schlager

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