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Vikings' Ponder Has Sore Elbow

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:06:47 +0000

Viking quarterback Christian Ponder was limited in practice Wednesday due to a sore elbow. He sustained the injury when he hit the helmet of a Packer player on his follow through. He stayed in the game and is expected to play Saturday at Green Bay.

Vikings Top Packers to Earn Playoff Spot

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 03:13:24 +0000

The Vikings got a 29-yard field from Blair Walsh on the last play of the game to beat the Packers 37-34 Sunday. Minnesota led 20-10 at halftime but saw the Packers tie the game at 27 at 34 before won the game on the Walsh field goal.

Vikings Top Texans to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:45:41 +0000

The Vikings defeated the Houston Texans Sunday afternoon 23-6 to improve to 9-6 and keep their playoff hopes alive. Minnesota fell behind 3-0 but led 13-3 at halftime.

Vikings' Walsh Gets Honor; Ponder Gets Married

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:09:18 +0000

Viking kicker Blair Walsh was named the NFC special teams player of the week this week. He was 5-5 on field goals including 3 field goals of 50 yards or more. He had 18 points in the Viking 36-22 win at St. Louis Sunday. Walsh is 8-8 on field goals of 50 yards or more this season.

Vikings Rout Rams; Peterson Runs for 212 yards

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:32:45 +0000

The Vikings routed the Rams in St. Louis 36-22 Sunday. Adrian Peterson ran for 212 yards including an 82-yard touchdown. Peterson is now 294 yards away from Eric Dickerson's single season rushing record.

Vikings Beat Bears 21-14

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:37:36 +0000

The Vikings won 21-14 at home against the Chicago Bears Sunday. Minnesota went out to a 14-0 lead and led 14-7 at halftime. The Vikings got a 56-yard interception return touchdown from Harrison Smith in the 2nd half that helped secure the win.

Spielman Has 100% Belief in Ponder

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:32:24 +0000

Viking General Manager Rick Spielman said this week "I have full, 100 percent belief that Christian Ponder's going to be our quarterback heading into the future." Spielman made that statement Wednesday. Ponder is in his first full season as the starting quarterback for the Vikings. He has thrown for 2,027 yards and 12 touchdowns with 8 interceptions this season. His quarterback rating is 85.2.

Vikings Top Lions 34-24 to Complete Season Sweep

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 03:17:14 +0000

The Vikings defeated the Detroit Lions 34-24 at home Sunday to sweep the season series against Detroit and improve to 6-4 while dropping Detroit to 4-5. Minnesota led 13-3 at halftime and held on in the 2nd half. Adrian Peterson ran for 171 yards on 27 carries and 1 touchdown plus he scored on a 2-point conversion. Kyle Rudolph was th top receiver for Minnesota with 7 catches for 64 yards and 1 touchdown for Minnesota.

Can Christian Ponder Get Back on Track?

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:06:51 +0000

The biggest concern after the Vikings' 30-20 loss at Seattle Sunday is the performance or lack there of from quarterback Christian Ponder. Ponder looked tentative, apprehensive and lacked confidence. How do the Vikings and Ponder fix these problems?

Vikings Down Cardinals 21-14 to Improve to 5-2

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:32:32 +0000

The Vikings won 21-14 at home against Arizona Sunday afternoon to improve to 5-2. Adrian Peterson ran for 153 yards on 23 carries and 1 touchdown. Peterson tied Robert Smith with his 29th career 100-yard rushing game. Percy Harvin had 2 carries for 10 yards and 3 catches for 37 yards and 1 touchdown. Christian Ponder was 8-17 passing for 58 yards and 1 touchdown with 2 interceptions for Minnesota. Harrison Smith capped the Viking scoring with a 31-yard interception return touchdown.

Redskins, RGIII Beat Vikings 38-26

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 13:02:27 +0000

The Vikings lost 38-26 at Washington to the Redskins Sunday afternoon. Robert Griffin III secured the win by reeling off a 76-yard touchdown run with 2:43 left. The Vikings took a 9-0 lead but trailed 17-9 at halftime. Washington went out to a 30-12 lead before Minnesota mounted a comeback. The Vikings got as close as 30-26 before Griffin scored on the long touchdown run.

Vikings' Allen Misses Practice; Viking Injury Report

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:00:52 +0000

Vikings defensive end Jared Allen didn't practice Wednesday due to a groin injury but the Viking believe Allen can play Sunday against Tennessee. Others that didn't practice include; receiver Michael Jenkins (ribs), safety Mistral Raymond (ankle) and safety Andrew Sendejo (ankle). The following were limited in practice; linebacker Erin Henderson (concussion), guard Charlie Johnson (back), quarterback Christian Ponder (knee), cornerback Marcus Sherels (quad) and cornerback Antoine Winfield (knee).

Vikings Upset 49ers 24-13

Jay Caldwell — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 21:36:00 +0000

The Vikings improved to 2-1 Sunday with a stunning 24-13 win at home against the previously San Francisco 49ers. Minnesota jumped out to a 17-3 haltime lead and never trailed. Christian Ponder threw for 198 yards and 2 touchdowns and had a 23-yard touchdown run for the Vikings. Adrian Peterson ran for 86 yards on 25 carries and had 2 catches for 21 yards.

Who Should Be The Quarterback For The Vikings? [POLL]

Wolf — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:33:17 +0000

Vikings lose to the Lions, which brings their record to 2-11. We need a quarterback we can count on every game. Who’s got your vote? Who Should be the Quarterback of the Vikings?

Christian Ponder Or Donovan McNabb For Minnesota Quarterback?

Lynn Quale — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:48:01 +0000

With the drama of the NFL lock-out behind us, leave it to the Minnesota Vikings to keep the NFL headlines interesting. Donovan McNabb seems to be the possible starting QB of choice right now for the Vikes over their 2011 first round pick Christian Ponder. Donovan McNabb is a 34 year old seasoned quarterback, formerly [...]