Detroit Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson reflects on past losses, eyes team bounce-back vs. Commanders
Read full article: Detroit Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson reflects on past losses, eyes team bounce-back vs. CommandersDetroit Lions star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson expressed confidence that the team will bounce back from the loss against the Minnesota Vikings.
Lions look for solutions to stabilize season after already losing more games than they did last year
Read full article: Lions look for solutions to stabilize season after already losing more games than they did last yearThe Detroit Lions are approaching the midway mark of their season after experiencing a series of highs and lows, leading to more losses than they had last season.
‘Relentless effort and aggression’: What fans can expect from Brian Branch upon his return
Read full article: ‘Relentless effort and aggression’: What fans can expect from Brian Branch upon his return“Today was one of our better practices all year and we got after it,” an optimistic Jared Goff told the media on Tuesday. The Lions play the division rival Minnesota Vikings this Sunday, and their go-to guys are locked in.
Detroit Lions’ speak out ahead of Vikings game: Goff, Hutchinson, Glasgow, Branch ready for Week 9 test
Read full article: Detroit Lions’ speak out ahead of Vikings game: Goff, Hutchinson, Glasgow, Branch ready for Week 9 testDetroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, Graham Glasgow, and safety Brian Branch shared their thoughts on the team’s progress and upcoming challenges as the Minnesota Vikings come into town for their Week 9 showdown inside Ford Field.
Former NFL star Adrian Peterson arrested in Houston suburb on DWI and gun charges
Read full article: Former NFL star Adrian Peterson arrested in Houston suburb on DWI and gun chargesAuthorities say that former NFL running back Adrian Peterson remains jailed after being arrested in a Houston suburb on charges of driving while intoxicated and unlawfully carrying a weapon.
Vikings will start Wentz at QB on short rest in LA, with McCarthy lacking time to keep up progress
Read full article: Vikings will start Wentz at QB on short rest in LA, with McCarthy lacking time to keep up progressCarson Wentz will make his fifth straight start at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings with J.
Steelers hold on for 24-21 win over Vikings in NFL's first regular-season game in Ireland
Read full article: Steelers hold on for 24-21 win over Vikings in NFL's first regular-season game in IrelandKenneth Gainwell ran for 99 yards and two touchdowns and the Pittsburgh Steelers held on to beat the Minnesota Vikings 24-21 in Ireland’s first regular-season NFL game.
Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson robbed in Dublin, report says
Read full article: Steelers backup quarterback Skylar Thompson robbed in Dublin, report saysThe Pittsburgh Steelers have confirmed that backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was involved in an incident this weekend after a report that the player had been robbed.
Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary will miss significant time with leg injury, coach says
Read full article: Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary will miss significant time with leg injury, coach saysAtlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris says right tackle Kaleb McGary will miss significant time and is headed to injured reserve after getting carted off at practice this week with a lower left leg injury.
Police notified after neon green sex toy thrown onto field during Titans preseason game
Read full article: Police notified after neon green sex toy thrown onto field during Titans preseason gameThe NFL joined the WNBA in having a sex toy thrown onto the field when someone tossed one during the Tennessee Titans’ preseason finale.
Eagles get receiver John Metchie III from Texans for tight end Harrison Bryant, AP source says
Read full article: Eagles get receiver John Metchie III from Texans for tight end Harrison Bryant, AP source saysThe Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver John Metchie from the Houston Texans for veteran tight end Harrison Bryant, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press.
Appeals court agrees NFL can be put on trial over claims Black coaches face discrimination
Read full article: Appeals court agrees NFL can be put on trial over claims Black coaches face discriminationA federal appeals court says the NFL can be put on trial over claims that Brian Flores and other Black coaches face discrimination.
Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension, keeping his contract in sync with O'Connell's
Read full article: Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension, keeping his contract in sync with O'Connell'sThe Minnesota Vikings have signed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multi-year contract extension that keeps his status in sync with head coach Kevin O’Connell's for the long term.
Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Chiefs face Dak Prescott and the Cowboys on Thanksgiving
Read full article: Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Chiefs face Dak Prescott and the Cowboys on ThanksgivingPatrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs will visit the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving.
Detroit Lions 2025 schedule release -- what we know
Read full article: Detroit Lions 2025 schedule release -- what we knowThe National Football League will officially release its 2025 schedule on Wednesday, May 14, at 8 p.m., where your Detroit Lions will learn their opponents, but some games have been leaked.
Adrian Peterson faces DWI charge in Minnesota after arrest following Vikings draft party
Read full article: Adrian Peterson faces DWI charge in Minnesota after arrest following Vikings draft partyFormer star running back Adrian Peterson has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in Minnesota after appearing at an NFL draft party for Vikings fans.
Pro scouts make adjustments as they navigate the evolving college football world ahead of NFL draft
Read full article: Pro scouts make adjustments as they navigate the evolving college football world ahead of NFL draftSan Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch often feels as though he’s entered a strange new scouting universe when he interviews an NFL draft prospect.
Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agency
Read full article: Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agencyThe wheeling and dealing continued on the eve of the NFL's start of its new league year.
Vikings agree to terms with veteran DT Jonathan Allen, 2-time Pro Bowl pick cut by Commanders
Read full article: Vikings agree to terms with veteran DT Jonathan Allen, 2-time Pro Bowl pick cut by CommandersThe Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a contract with former Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen to bulk up the backbone of their front with a two-time Pro Bowl pick who was released last week for salary cap savings.
Only 2 NFL players get the franchise tag after the Vikings let Sam Darnold hit the market
Read full article: Only 2 NFL players get the franchise tag after the Vikings let Sam Darnold hit the marketDallas signed defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa before the franchise tag deadline Tuesday and Minnesota declined to give the tag to quarterback Sam Darnold, clearing the way for him to hit the open market next week.
Darnold pointed toward free agency after Vikings pass on franchise tag with McCarthy waiting
Read full article: Darnold pointed toward free agency after Vikings pass on franchise tag with McCarthy waitingThe Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for the second straight offseason.
Dolphins and Vikings finish 1-2 in NFLPA report cards for the second straight year
Read full article: Dolphins and Vikings finish 1-2 in NFLPA report cards for the second straight yearThe Miami Dolphins are the top-ranked team, followed by the Minnesota Vikings, for the second consecutive season in the NFL Players Association report card.
Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Read full article: Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of FameAntonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe have been voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted.
NFL referees union calls allegations of bias toward the Chiefs 'insulting'
Read full article: NFL referees union calls allegations of bias toward the Chiefs 'insulting'The head of the union representing NFL officials calls allegations that officiating crews are biased in favor of the Kansas City Chiefs or any other team “insulting and preposterous.”.
Woman indicted in car crash that killed Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson and 2 others
Read full article: Woman indicted in car crash that killed Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson and 2 othersA woman has been indicted in the July 6 car crash that killed Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two of his former high school teammates.
Backup QB who was coaching high school weeks ago leads Detroit Lions TD drive after Jared Goff injury
Read full article: Backup QB who was coaching high school weeks ago leads Detroit Lions TD drive after Jared Goff injuryA backup quarterback who was coaching high school football a few weeks ago led the Detroit Lions on a critical touchdown drive after Jared Goff went down with an injury during their playoff game.
Study: Detroit Lions NFC Divisional Round matchup vs. Commanders to generate $64.9M economic impact
Read full article: Study: Detroit Lions NFC Divisional Round matchup vs. Commanders to generate $64.9M economic impactAccording to a new analysis from East Lansing-based economic consulting firm Anderson Economic Group, LLC. (AEG), the net economic impact of the NFL’s National Football Conference (NFC) Divisional playoff game between the Lions and the Washington Commanders is expected to exceed $64 million.
Aaron Jones, George Kittle and Morgan Fox are the finalists for NFL's Salute to Service award
Read full article: Aaron Jones, George Kittle and Morgan Fox are the finalists for NFL's Salute to Service awardVikings running back Aaron Jones, 49ers tight end George Kittle and Chargers defensive end Morgan Fox are the finalists for the NFL’s 14th annual Salute to Service award presented by USAA.
Detroit native Mike Posner to perform at auto show event celebrating Lions ahead of playoff game
Read full article: Detroit native Mike Posner to perform at auto show event celebrating Lions ahead of playoff gameThe Detroit Auto Show announced it is hosting a special event to support the Lions ahead of their playoff game, and Mike Posner and Detroit Lions alumni will be in attendance.
Detroit Lions release estimated practice report ahead of NFC Divisional Round
Read full article: Detroit Lions release estimated practice report ahead of NFC Divisional RoundThe Detroit Lions have released their estimated practice report ahead of their NFL Divisional Round home matchup vs. the Washington Commanders.
Sam Darnold's career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff loss
Read full article: Sam Darnold's career-best season ends with a thud as he takes 9 sacks in playoff lossSam Darnold’s renaissance pushed Minnesota to one of the NFL’s best records, offering the hope of a deep playoff run.
Rams host wild-card playoff game nearly 400 miles east of LA because of wildfires
Read full article: Rams host wild-card playoff game nearly 400 miles east of LA because of wildfiresThe Los Angeles Rams made themselves at home on Monday night for their NFL wild-card playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings — even if their adopted stadium featured an unusual amount of red and was nearly 400 miles east of their regular venue.
Here’s when Detroit Lions will play their first playoff game next weekend
Read full article: Here’s when Detroit Lions will play their first playoff game next weekendWe already knew the Detroit Lions would host a divisional round game at Ford Field next weekend, but now we officially know when that game will kick off.
Morning 4: Why Dan Campbell deserves to win Coach of the Year award over Vikings coach -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Why Dan Campbell deserves to win Coach of the Year award over Vikings coach -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Why Dan Campbell deserves to win Coach of the Year award over Vikings coach
Read full article: Why Dan Campbell deserves to win Coach of the Year award over Vikings coachDan Campbell has swept his division, won the NFC North consecutively, and clinched the best record in the conference and the entire league while missing half his roster due to injury. If not him, then who?
Morning 4: What Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach after Lions beat them in biggest game of season -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: What Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach after Lions beat them in biggest game of season -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Spirit of Detroit wears Lions jersey as team begins another playoff run
Read full article: Spirit of Detroit wears Lions jersey as team begins another playoff runThe spirit is alive in Detroit as the Lions clinched the No. 1 seed in the NFC for the first time in franchise history after defeating the Minnesota Vikings Sunday night 31-9.
What Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach after Detroit Lions beat them in biggest game of season
Read full article: What Dan Campbell said to Vikings coach after Detroit Lions beat them in biggest game of seasonHere's what Dan Campbell said to the coach of the Vikings after the Detroit Lions beat them in the biggest game of this season.
Here’s who Detroit Lions’ first playoff opponent will be in every possible scenario
Read full article: Here’s who Detroit Lions’ first playoff opponent will be in every possible scenarioHere’s who the Detroit Lions will face in their first playoff game in every possible combination of outcomes for the three matchups in the NFC wildcard round.
‘Everybody’s spirits are so high’: Retailers, fans gear up for Lions-Vikings game at Ford Field
Read full article: ‘Everybody’s spirits are so high’: Retailers, fans gear up for Lions-Vikings game at Ford FieldStakes are high ahead of the showdown between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field
Detroit Lions host Vikings on Sunday Night Football in high-stakes battle to decide playoff fate
Read full article: Detroit Lions host Vikings on Sunday Night Football in high-stakes battle to decide playoff fateThe Detroit Lions are gearing up for a historic matchup on Sunday Night Football as they’ll play host to the Minnesota Vikings for all the marbles.
Everything Detroit Lions’ Alex Anzalone said about decision to return for Vikings game
Read full article: Everything Detroit Lions’ Alex Anzalone said about decision to return for Vikings gameHere's everything Detroit Lions star Alex Anzalone said about the decision on whether or not to return for the Vikings game.
Detroit Lions success brings grieving family together
Read full article: Detroit Lions success brings grieving family togetherThe Detroit Lions' recent success has deeply impacted their fans, especially Elese Stubbs, whose fiancé, Keith Butler, passed away from cancer shortly after witnessing a significant victory.
NFC’s No. 1 seed comes down to Lions-Vikings showdown at Detroit on SNF
Read full article: NFC’s No. 1 seed comes down to Lions-Vikings showdown at Detroit on SNFThe NFC’s No. 1 seed will come down to the final game of the regular season when the Detroit Lions host the Minnesota Vikings next Sunday night.
Darnold gives Vikings another gem with career-high 377 yards in 27-25 win over Packers
Read full article: Darnold gives Vikings another gem with career-high 377 yards in 27-25 win over PackersSam Darnold added another exploit to his career-altering season, passing for a personal-best 377 yards and three touchdowns as the Minnesota Vikings hung on to beat the Green Bay Packers 27-25 for their ninth consecutive victory.
Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
Read full article: Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 to keep pace with Detroit for the top spot in the NFC.
Jefferson turns TD celebration into Moss tribute during Vikings win: 'We love you Randy'
Read full article: Jefferson turns TD celebration into Moss tribute during Vikings win: 'We love you Randy'Justin Jefferson raced across the back of the end zone, leaped to catch the pass from Sam Darnold and launched into his latest touchdown celebration after an early score for the Minnesota Vikings.
Vikings win 7th straight to forge tie for NFC North lead with 30-12 blowout of reeling Bears
Read full article: Vikings win 7th straight to forge tie for NFC North lead with 30-12 blowout of reeling BearsAaron Jones and Cam Akers had touchdown runs in the second half to complement a smothering performance by the Minnesota defense, and the Vikings moved into a tie for first place in the NFC North by beating the Chicago Bears 30-12 for their seventh consecutive victory.
Teddy Bridgewater, in 1st season as coach at alma mater Miami Northwestern, wins state title
Read full article: Teddy Bridgewater, in 1st season as coach at alma mater Miami Northwestern, wins state titleFormer NFL quarterback Teddy Bridgewater went back to his high school alma mater this season and won a state championship.
Darnold delivers for Vikings with career-high 347 yards and 5 TDs to beat Falcons, Cousins 42-21
Read full article: Darnold delivers for Vikings with career-high 347 yards and 5 TDs to beat Falcons, Cousins 42-21Sam Darnold threw for 347 yards and five touchdowns, both career highs, and the Minnesota Vikings pulled away from Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons 42-21 for their sixth straight victory.
Vikings win 5th straight, rallying past Cardinals 23-22 on Sam Darnold's TD pass with 1:13 left
Read full article: Vikings win 5th straight, rallying past Cardinals 23-22 on Sam Darnold's TD pass with 1:13 leftSam Darnold’s second touchdown pass of the second half went to Aaron Jones for Minnesota’s first lead with 1:13 left, and the Vikings rallied from 13 points down to beat the Arizona Cardinals 23-22 for their fifth straight victory.
Daniel Jones is signing with the Vikings after his release from the Giants, AP source says
Read full article: Daniel Jones is signing with the Vikings after his release from the Giants, AP source saysA person familiar with the decision says former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.
Darnold throws 3 TD passes in 2nd half as Vikings overcome 3 turnovers to beat Flacco, Colts 21-13
Read full article: Darnold throws 3 TD passes in 2nd half as Vikings overcome 3 turnovers to beat Flacco, Colts 21-13Sam Darnold overcame four sacks and three turnovers by throwing three second-half touchdown passes, and the Minnesota defense made Indianapolis quarterback Joe Flacco’s return to the starting role a rough one as the Vikings beat the Colts 21-13.
Sean McVay shuts down Cooper Kupp trade speculation after star WR returns for Rams' win over Vikings
Read full article: Sean McVay shuts down Cooper Kupp trade speculation after star WR returns for Rams' win over VikingsLos Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay expects star receiver Cooper Kupp to stay right where he is.
NFL legend compares Jared Goff to Tom Brady after impressive comeback victory vs. Vikings
Read full article: NFL legend compares Jared Goff to Tom Brady after impressive comeback victory vs. VikingsNFL legend and five-time Super Bowl champion Terry Bradshaw compared Jared Goff to the goat Tom Brady after the Detroit Lions took down the Minnesota Vikings 31-29.
Lions top previously unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on late FG to cap NFC North thriller
Read full article: Lions top previously unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on late FG to cap NFC North thrillerJake Bates kicked a 44-yard field goal with 15 seconds left to lift the Detroit Lions to a 31-29 victory that handed the Minnesota Vikings their first loss in a back-and-forth game befitting of the NFL’s strongest division.
Detroit Lions win thrilling battle over Vikings to jump back into first place
Read full article: Detroit Lions win thrilling battle over Vikings to jump back into first placeThe Detroit Lions won a thrilling battle over the Minnesota Vikings to vault themselves back into first place in the NFC North.
Jets QB Rodgers dealing with a low ankle sprain, but Saleh says he should be fine to play
Read full article: Jets QB Rodgers dealing with a low ankle sprain, but Saleh says he should be fine to playNew York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has a sprained lower left ankle but should be able to play in the team’s next game.
Vikings hold off Rodgers and the Jets for 23-17 win in London to improve to 5-0
Read full article: Vikings hold off Rodgers and the Jets for 23-17 win in London to improve to 5-0Andrew Van Ginkel returned the first of Aaron Rodgers’ three interceptions 63 yards for a touchdown and Minnesota stayed undefeated by holding on for a 23-17 win over the New York Jets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Jets' Aaron Rodgers becomes the 9th NFL player to throw for 60,000 yards
Read full article: Jets' Aaron Rodgers becomes the 9th NFL player to throw for 60,000 yardsAaron Rodgers reached another milestone in his stellar career on Sunday by becoming just the ninth player in NFL history to throw for 60,000 yards in regular-season games.
Packers suspend WR Romeo Doubs vs. Rams for conduct detrimental to team
Read full article: Packers suspend WR Romeo Doubs vs. Rams for conduct detrimental to teamThe Green Bay Packers have suspended wide receiver Romeo Doubs from Sunday’s game with the Los Angeles Rams for what they described as conduct detrimental to the team.
Sam Darnold and undefeated Vikings dominate first half and hang on to beat Packers 31-29
Read full article: Sam Darnold and undefeated Vikings dominate first half and hang on to beat Packers 31-29Sam Darnold threw three touchdown passes and Jordan Addison scored twice as the Minnesota Vikings built an early 28-point lead and hung on down the stretch to beat the Green Bay Packers 31-29.
Packers QB Love available to play; CB Jaire Alexander out Sunday against Vikings
Read full article: Packers QB Love available to play; CB Jaire Alexander out Sunday against VikingsGreen Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is returning on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings after missing two games with a knee injury.
Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ers
Read full article: Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ersSam Darnold passed for 268 yards and two touchdowns against his former team, including a 97-yard strike in the second quarter to Justin Jefferson, and an attacking defense again fueled the Minnesota Vikings in a 23-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tears ACL in opening practice of training camp, AP source says
Read full article: Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tears ACL in opening practice of training camp, AP source saysMinnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tore his ACL during a drill in the first practice of training camp, according to a person with knowledge of the injury.
Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL's richest non-QB contract
Read full article: Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL's richest non-QB contractThe Minnesota Vikings and wide receiver Justin Jefferson agreed to a four-year extension that's the richest contract in the NFL for a non-quarterback.
Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source says
Read full article: Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source saysMinnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was absent on Monday when the Vikings held their first of 10 allowable organized team activities, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.