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Vike's Peterson Has High Hopes For 2013

Jay Caldwell — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:49:02 +0000

Viking running back Adrian Peterson eclipsed 2,000 yards rushing in 2012 after he sustained a major knee injury in week 16 of 2011.

Vikings Trade Percy Harvin to Seattle

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:48:48 +0000

The Vikings traded receiver Percy Harvin to Seattle for at least 1 first round draft pick according to Mike Florio with profootballtalk.com.

Vikings' Rudolph Named MVP At Pro Bowl

Dave Overlund — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:35:31 +0000

Vikings Tight End Kyle Rudolph had 5 catches for 122 yards and a touchdown en route to being named the MVP of last night’s Pro Bowl. The NFC won the vanity fair 62-35.

Adrian Peterson had 5 carries for 13 yards in the game, Jared Allen made one tackle and Blair Walsh made two field goals and eight extra points

Greenway Finalist For Community Service Award

Dave Overlund — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:14:00 +0000

Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway was named one of five finalists for the Byron “Whizzer” White award. The award recognizes players who go above and beyond to perform community service in the city they play in. Other finalists are Dallas tight end Jason Witten, Pittsburgh backup quarterback Charlie Batch, tight end Benjamin Watson of Cleveland and [...]

Vikings' Greenway Headed to the Pro Bowl

Jay Caldwell — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:10:19 +0000

Viking linebacker Chad Greenway is going back to the Pro Bowl. Greenway was announced by the Vikings as an injury replacement for Dallas outside linebacker Demarcus Ware. Greenway led the Vikings in tackles with 148 in 2012.

Packers End Vikings Season 24-10; Ponder Doesn't Play

Jay Caldwell — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 04:13:03 +0000

The Vikings lost 24-10 Saturday night in the NFC Wildcard playoffs to the Packers in Green Bay. Minnesota trailed 17-3 at halftime and fell behind 24-3 before scoring the final touchdown of the game.

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 Practice Without Peterson, Smith and Winfield

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:29:20 +0000

The Vikings practiced without running back Adrian Peterson, safety Harrison Smith, cornerback Antoine Winfield, and linebacker/special teammer Tyron McKenzie.

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.

Four Vikings Named to Pro Bowl Team

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 13:27:45 +0000

Four Vikings were named to the NFC Pro Bowl team when the NFC and AFC Pro Bowl teams were announced. The four are running back Adrian Peterson, fullback Jerome Felton, kicker Blair Walsh and defensive end Jared Allen. Peterson is named to his 5th Pro Bowl team. Felton and Walsh are first time pro bowlers.

Vikings vs. Packers Moved to 3:25 Kickoff

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 12:48:33 +0000

The Vikings home game to close the regular season against the Packers at Mall of America Field has been moved from a noon kickoff to a 3:25pm kickoff.

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' Cook Expected to Play Sunday

Jay Caldwell — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 02:15:27 +0000

Vikings cornerback Chris Cook is expected to return Sunday when the Vikings play at Houston Sunday at noon, pregame on WJON at 11am. Cook has been sidelined the last 6 games due to a broken bone in his right arm.

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.

Vikings' Harvin Placed On IR; Out for the Year

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:57:51 +0000

Viking receiver Percy Harvin is out for the season after being placed on injured reserve with a severely sprained ankle. It was reported earlier this week that Harvin has a torn ligament in his left ankle. Harvin hurt the ankle when the Vikings lost at Seattle on November 4.

Vikings' Allen Fined; Harvin Practices

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:58:47 +0000

Viking defensive end Jared Allen was fined $21,000 for a hard block against Chicago guard Lance Louis in Sunday's game against the Bears.

Vikings Injury Update; Peterson has Minor Shoulder Injury

Jay Caldwell — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:47:14 +0000

Viking head coach Leslie Frazier met the media Monday giving an update on injuries. Both tight end Kyle Rudolph and safety Harrison Smith suffered concussions Sunday will need to pass post concussion tests to be cleared to play Sunday at Green Bay.

Bears Rout Vikings 28-10

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 13:23:19 +0000

The Vikings scored the first points of the game but lose 28-10 Sunday in Chicago. Minnesota trailed 25-3 at halftime and couldn't catch up in the 2nd half. Jay Cutler coming back from a concussion threw for 188 yards and 1 touchdown with 1 interception for the Bears. Michael Bush ran for 60 yards and 2 touchdowns for the Bears.