T.J. Hockenson
Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, left, owner Leonard Wilf, center, and first-round draft pick Jordan Addison sit as head coach Kevin O'Connell speaks to the media during an NFL football press conference in Eagan, Minn., Friday, April 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Trojans teammates: Vikings take USC CB Blackmon in NFL draft

By Brian Hall Apr. 28, 2023 06:54 PM EDT

FILE - Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NFL wild-card football game against the New York Giants on Jan. 15, 2023, in Minneapolis. Cousins is signed for only one more season, which could prompt the Vikings to try to draft a quarterback in the first round this year. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)
Vikings take USC WR Jordan Addison at No. 23 in NFL draft

By Dave Campbell Apr. 27, 2023 11:06 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings' Kirk Cousins thorws during the second half of an NFL wild card football game against the New York Giants Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Giants outlast Vikings 31-24 for 1st playoff win in 11 years

By Dave Campbell Jan. 15, 2023 08:02 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger (4) runs away from New York Giants' Xavier McKinney (29) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Giants DB coach Henderson has adjusted with every injury

By Tom Canavan Jan. 13, 2023 05:42 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Fred Vuich)
2022 NFL All-Pro Team Voting

By The Associated Press Jan. 13, 2023 12:02 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson, right, catches a 15-yard touchdown pass over New York Giants cornerback Darnay Holmes (30) and safety Julian Love (20) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
T.J. Hockenson proves perfect fit for Vikings' offense

By Brian Hall Dec. 28, 2022 06:40 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, left, celebrates with teammate C.J. Ham after an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 27-24. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings offense still seeking complete performance

By Dave Campbell Dec. 26, 2022 02:39 PM EST

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) runs from Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum (24) during a 27-yard touchdown run in the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 27-24. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Vikings edge Giants 27-24 on Joseph's game-ending 61-yard FG

By Dave Campbell Dec. 24, 2022 04:47 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) celebrates with teammate fullback C.J. Ham (30) after catching a 1-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings prep for visit to Lions with Hockenson on other side

By Dave Campbell Dec. 08, 2022 05:25 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams looks towards the fans after scoring a 1-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions finally winning the turnover battle and winning games

By Dave Hogg Dec. 05, 2022 07:34 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell walks off the field after an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 33-26. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
Vikings can clinch division with win vs. Jets and some help

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 06:46 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars safety Andrew Wingard (42) celebrates the win against the Baltimore Ravens after an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Lions and Jaguars face off Sunday in possible shootout

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 03:49 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff looks downfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 13

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 30, 2022 07:28 PM EST

New York Giants linebacker Jihad Ward (55) tackles Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (31) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 12

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 23, 2022 08:40 PM EST

New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) runs past New York Jets punter Braden Mann, left, on his punt return for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots won 10-3.(AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Vikings seek quick bounce back vs. stout Patriots defense

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 12:40 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) runs in a touchdown against New York Giants linebacker Tae Crowder (48) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Lions don't have time to enjoy rare 3-game winning streak

By Dave Hogg Nov. 21, 2022 07:38 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Za'Darius Smith (55) celebrates as his team takes the lead over the Buffalo Bills in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
Surging Vikings settle in at home for latest Cowboys visit

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 02:57 PM EST

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) celebrates with tight end Lawrence Cager (83) after Cager scored a touchdown against the Houston Texans during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 16, 2022 04:59 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks (54) celebrates with safety Harrison Smith (22) after recovering a fumble in the end zone for a touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
Surging Vikings get yet another stellar show from Jefferson

By Dave Campbell Nov. 14, 2022 07:08 PM EST

Detroit Lions linebacker Julian Okwara (99) sacks Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) during the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Lions aim for rare 3-game winning streak against Giants

By Dana Gauruder Nov. 14, 2022 04:54 PM EST