We recently heard that Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is on an expiring contract, and that Minnesota wants to re-sign him. While teams with head coach openings are expected to pursue Flores, at least one rival team in need of a new DC could target him as well. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, there is “increasing chatter” that the Cowboys will be … [Read more...] about Cowboys Interested In Brian Flores For DC Position
Brian Flores’ Contract Expires After Season; Vikings Looking To Re-Up
Brian Flores‘ contract with the Vikings expires this offseason, per CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones. Unsurprisingly, the team would like to keep Flores in Minnesota, according to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. However, Flores is expected to receive interest in other head coaching jobs. He interviewed with the Bears, Jaguars, and Jets last offseason and has likely … [Read more...] about Brian Flores’ Contract Expires After Season; Vikings Looking To Re-Up
Vikings, WR Jalen Nailor Have Not Discussed Extension
The Vikings have one massive receiver contract on their books already in the form of Justin Jefferson. Keeping Jordan Addison in the fold over the long term will also require a lucrative commitment. As a result, Jalen Nailor could be on his way toward free agency shortly. 2025 marks the final year of his rookie contract, and ESPN’s Kevin Seifert writes no “substantive” talks … [Read more...] about Vikings, WR Jalen Nailor Have Not Discussed Extension
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy To Miss Week 17 With Hairline Fracture In Hand
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a hairline fracture in his right hand in Week 16, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports. He’ll miss this Thursday’s game against the Lions as a result. McCarthy will not require surgery, but his status for Week 18 is in question, head coach Kevin O’Connell announced (via Matthew Coller). With that in mind, it’s possible McCarthy’s season is … [Read more...] about Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy To Miss Week 17 With Hairline Fracture In Hand
Coaching Notes: Johnson, Bengals, Lions, Vikings, Bills, Buccaneers
Both Zac Taylor and Ben Johnson were on the Dolphins’ staff when Dan Campbell served as Miami’s interim HC in 2015. That unremarkable season launched two HC careers, with Taylor seeing his first OC work (as the Dolphins’ interim play-caller) and Johnson being retained by Adam Gase in 2016. After the Dolphins fired Gase two years later, Johnson was out of work. The Bengals had … [Read more...] about Coaching Notes: Johnson, Bengals, Lions, Vikings, Bills, Buccaneers