The Vikings announced Tuesday that they have released fullback Johnny Stanton from their practice squad. The #Vikings have released FB Johnny Stanton from the practice squad. — Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) December 10, 2019 Stanton is the former Nebraska quarterback turned running back/fullback. The Vikings’ practice squad now stands at nine players. This probably means … [Read more...] about Vikings release FB Johnny Stanton from practice squad
Where do Vikings stand with 2020 salary cap projections?
On Tuesday, the NFL sent teams the 2020 projections which will range from $196.8 million to $201.2 million. The NFL informed clubs today that projections for the 2020 salary cap are in the range of $196.8 million to $201.2 million. This marks a 40% increase from five years ago in the 2015 season ($143.3 million). — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 10, 2019 This puts the … [Read more...] about Where do Vikings stand with 2020 salary cap projections?
Vikings optimistic Xavier Rhodes will be able to play vs. Chargers
Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes suffered what looked to be a sprained ankle on Sunday against the Lions. Will that injury keep Rhodes out in Week 15 against the Chargers? Vikings coach Mike Zimmer doesn’t think so. “I don’t, but it’s hard for me to say,” Zimmer said Monday. “These guys just came in today, and I got a report from a trainer. They don’t think so.” Rhodes hasn’t … [Read more...] about Vikings optimistic Xavier Rhodes will be able to play vs. Chargers
Vikings RB Dalvin Cook makes David Carr's Pro Bowl team
Vikings running back Dalvin Cook has had himself a career year in 2019, and people are taking notice. David Carr over at NFL.com put together his offensive Pro Bowl team, and Cook is on it. Of course, this is not the real Pro Bowl team and it really doesn’t mean anything, but here we are. Here’s what Carr wrote about Cook: Cook can do it all. He can run inside or outside the … [Read more...] about Vikings RB Dalvin Cook makes David Carr's Pro Bowl team
Wolves at Suns: Time to Stop the Bleeding
Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports Minnesota aims to right the ship in Phoenix. Wolves at Suns 8:00pm CST FS North It’s been a rough go of it recently for our beloved Minnesota Timberwolves, but luckily in the NBA there’s always an opportunity to turn things around. Even with how poorly Minnesota has played of late, they still find themselves firmly in the playoff picture one … [Read more...] about Wolves at Suns: Time to Stop the Bleeding
Suns 125, Wolves 109: Ghosts of Timberwolves Past
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Wolves now return home with far more questions than answers. If you’re a professional basketball player who used to cash checks from Glen Taylor, there’s a great chance Monday night was one you’ll never forget. To get things started, there was this whirling finish by former Wolf Derrick Rose, past recipient of the “Point Guard Wolves Fans … [Read more...] about Suns 125, Wolves 109: Ghosts of Timberwolves Past
Vikings move up 3 spots in power rankings
After their 20-7 win over the Lions in Week 14, the Vikings improved to 9-4 on the season. They also moved from 10 to seven in USA TODAY’s Week 15 power rankings. Here’s what Nate Davis wrote about the Vikings: Adam Thielen, who’s played 16 snaps in last seven games, is probably the key if Minnesota is to make late charge to NFC North crown. Davis is right. It would be … [Read more...] about Vikings move up 3 spots in power rankings
Vikings open as slight favorites vs. Chargers in Week 15
Sunday’s game for the Vikings is an important one, as they are hoping to move to 10-4 and cement their status in the NFC playoff picture. Minnesota travels to Los Angeles to play the 5-8 Chargers. Per BetMGM, the Vikings are -2.5 point favorites. A bet on the Vikings coveraging pays out at -121, while a bet on the Chargers covering pays at +100. The Vikings are a -150 money … [Read more...] about Vikings open as slight favorites vs. Chargers in Week 15
Game Preview: Minnesota Wild vs. Anaheim Ducks 12/10/19 @ 7:00PM CST at Xcel Energy Center
Minnesota Wild (14-12-4) 32pts 5th in the Central 2.97 Goals For Per Game (17th in the NHL) 3.27 Goals Against Per Game (24th in the NHL) 19.2% Power Play (13th in the NHL) 78.6% Penalty Kill (20th in the NHL) Top 5 Scorers: 1. #16 Jason Zucker ~ 11G 10A = 21pts 2. #12 Eric Staal ~ 8G 13A = 21pts 3. #11 Zach Parise ~ 12G 5A = 17pts 4. #36 Mats Zuccarello ~ 7G 10A = 17pts 5. … [Read more...] about Game Preview: Minnesota Wild vs. Anaheim Ducks 12/10/19 @ 7:00PM CST at Xcel Energy Center