Packers Packers HC Matt LaFleur slowed reporters who suggested that QB Malik Willis could be a threat to the starting position of QB Jordan Love, who is out due to injury. “I want to pump the brakes on all that stuff,” LaFleur said, via Rob Demovsky of ESPN. “I think Jordan Love is playing some pretty high-level football, and it’s great that we feel the same about Malik in his … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Matt LaFleur, Jordan Love, Malik Willis, Packers, Vikings
Vikings DC Brian Flores Expected To Be Strong HC Candidate This Cycle
According to Pro Football Talk, it’s clear from surveying various high-ranking league personnel sources that Vikings DC Brian Flores will be a legitimate head coaching candidate in this year’s cycle. At least one GM that PFT spoke to regarded Flores as the best defensive coordinator in football, with a scheme that’s unique and cutting-edge. In a year without a bunch of … [Read more...] about Vikings DC Brian Flores Expected To Be Strong HC Candidate This Cycle
Cowboys Rumored To Be Targeting Vikings DC Brian Flores
According to Pro Football Talk, there is increasing chatter in league circles that the Cowboys will make a play for Vikings DC Brian Flores this offseason. Dallas has struggled mightily on defense this year and owner Jerry Jones hasn’t been shy about expressing his critiques, which has been interpreted as a foreboding sign for DC Matt Eberflus. PFT adds the Vikings are well … [Read more...] about Cowboys Rumored To Be Targeting Vikings DC Brian Flores
Vikings Rule Out QB J.J. McCarthy For Week 17 With Hairline Fracture In Throwing Hand
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy underwent an MRI that showed a hairline fracture in his throwing hand. Rapoport adds McCarthy will miss the team’s Week 17 game, and QB Max Brosmer will start in his place. The team announced he will not go on injured reserve as of now. McCarthy, 22, led Michigan to a National Championship in 2023 and was named … [Read more...] about Vikings Rule Out QB J.J. McCarthy For Week 17 With Hairline Fracture In Throwing Hand
Vikings Activate RB Ty Chandler From IR
The Minnesota Vikings announced they have activated RB Ty Chandler from injured reserve. It’s worth noting RB Jordan Mason is dealing with an ankle injury. Chandler has been out since Week 1 with a knee injury. Chandler, 27, was selected in the fifth round of the 2022 draft by the Vikings out of North Carolina. He’s in the final year of a four-year, $4 million rookie … [Read more...] about Vikings Activate RB Ty Chandler From IR