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Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Passive defense yields demise for Vikes, puts season on edge

By Dave Campbell 20 hrs ago

Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby (2) celebrates with teammate Corey Bojorquez (7) after kicking a 54-yard field goal during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings 11/21/2021

Nov. 21, 2021 01:23 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches a pass while defended by Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Tevaughn Campbell (20) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Go-for-it Vikings get results from increased aggression

By Dave Campbell Nov. 15, 2021 06:48 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Nick Vigil (59) puts pressure on Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10), who throws an incomplete pass during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Cousins throws 2 TDs, Vikings bounce back to beat Chargers

By Joe Reedy Nov. 14, 2021 07:49 PM EST

Fans use blue smoke outside of SoFi Stadium before an NFL football game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Chargers 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 03:31 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks' Russell Wilson looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
The Latest: Packers blank Seahawks, retake 1st place in NFC

By The Associated Press Nov. 14, 2021 11:16 AM EST

El running back de los Chargers de Los Ángeles, Austin Ekeler, deja atrás al safety de los Eagles de Filadelfia, Marcus Epps, en la segunda mitad del partido del domingo 7 de noviembre de 2021, en Filadelfia. (AP Foto/Matt Slocum)
Vikings look to address road woes against Chargers

By The Associated Press Nov. 11, 2021 11:58 AM EST

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (33) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens middle linebacker Josh Bynes (56) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Frustrated Vikings lament inability to win the close ones

By David Ginsburg Nov. 07, 2021 07:13 PM EST

The stadium is reflected in the visor of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Minnesota Vikings at Baltimore Ravens 11/7/2021

Nov. 07, 2021 12:39 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) breaks up a pass intended for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Cousins, Vikings offense leaving far too many tries short

By Dave Campbell Nov. 01, 2021 08:35 PM EDT

Injured Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, center, stands on the field before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 07:59 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore warms up before the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Minnesota Vikings at Carolina Panthers 10/17/2021

Oct. 17, 2021 11:57 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison runs from Detroit Lions safety Will Harris, left, during a 15-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings survive Lions rally 19-17 on Joseph FG at final gun

By Dave Campbell Oct. 10, 2021 04:38 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (27) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run ahead of Minnesota Vikings free safety Xavier Woods (23) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
In Stefanski's return, Browns defense dominates Vikings 14-7

By Dave Campbell Oct. 03, 2021 04:34 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws under pressure from Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) in the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
With extra-confident Cousins, Vikings prep for potent Browns

By Dave Campbell Sep. 30, 2021 06:06 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Stefanski reunion highlights visit by Browns to face Vikings

By The Associated Press Sep. 30, 2021 01:45 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) celebrates after a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Seattle Seahawks at Minnesota Vikings 9/26/2021

Sep. 26, 2021 04:49 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Vikings aim to stop 7-game skid vs. Wilson, Seahawks

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 10:46 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (33) avoids the tackles of Arizona Cardinals linebacker Zaven Collins during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Vikings' Cook shows toughness after physical game in Arizona

By Brian Hall Sep. 22, 2021 06:44 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph (1) walks to the sidelines after missing a game-winning field goal attempt against the Arizona Cardinals after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 34-33. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Hexed? Vexed? Vikings try to stay on track after missed kick

By Dave Campbell Sep. 20, 2021 07:03 PM EDT