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Justin Jefferson’s fifth-year option amount is set

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Vikings drafted a superstar wide receiver with the 22nd selection in the 2020 NFL draft in Justin Jefferson. Now that he has three years in the National Football League, discussions are starting when it comes to his contract. The Vikings would like to sign Jefferson to a long extension to keep him in Minnesota for a long time and the first step is to exercise the … [Read more...] about Justin Jefferson’s fifth-year option amount is set

Breaking down new Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores’ defense

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Vikings have a new defensive coordinator, and their schemes couldn’t be more different. According to multiple reports, the Vikings will hire Brian Flores as their new defensive coordinator. Flores was most recently the linebackers coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Flores is more known for this time with the Miami Dolphins, though. Over three seasons, he built the … [Read more...] about Breaking down new Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores’ defense

Vikings 2023 NFL draft scouting report: Virginia WR Dontayvion Wicks

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

Welcome to SKOL Search! This series will be your guide to the 2023 draft class. From scouting reports to mock drafts and exploring different scenarios, we will be covering the NFL draft and the future of the Minnesota Vikings from all angles. The focus of the draft class in this space will be with the Vikings major needs at wide receiver, running back, cornerback and both … [Read more...] about Vikings 2023 NFL draft scouting report: Virginia WR Dontayvion Wicks

6 cornerbacks Vikings should target after Brian Flores hire

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Vikings have themselves a new defensive coordinator in Brian Flores. With the hire of Flores, the Vikings have committed to another scheme change, as he runs a significantly more aggressive defense than what Ed Donatell brought in with Vic Fangio’s system. The defense right now is one that needs a lot of work and the biggest need is at cornerback. Flores requires … [Read more...] about 6 cornerbacks Vikings should target after Brian Flores hire

Vikings sent Penn State CB Joey Porter Jr. in Browns Wire mock

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

With the hire of new defensive coordinator Brian Flores, the Minnesota Vikings are likely going to prioritize the cornerback position. His defense calls for a lot of man coverage and the Vikings just don’t have the horses for it at the moment. Cory Kinnan of Browns Wire has the solution for them as he has the Vikings selecting Penn State CB Joey Porter Jr. in his latest mock … [Read more...] about Vikings sent Penn State CB Joey Porter Jr. in Browns Wire mock

Stay or Go: Predicting the fates of Vikings free agents in 2023

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Vikings have a lot of needs heading into the 2023 season and one of the ways they can address those is by re-signing their own free agents. The Vikings have 22 free agents that haven’t signed a futures contract. WR Dan Chisena (Steelers) and OL Kyle Hinton (Falcons) chose to go elsewhere while DT T.J. Smith chose to stay in Minnesota. We’re predicting whether the … [Read more...] about Stay or Go: Predicting the fates of Vikings free agents in 2023

The Draft Network sends Vikings a WR in latest mock draft

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The addition of Brian Flores as defensive coordinator likely signals a focus on defense, especially with how he prioritizes man coverage. However, it’s not the only route that the Vikings can go in the draft to get better. The Draft Network’s Kyle Crabbs is one of those people. He has the Vikings going wide receiver by selecting Ohio State’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba. “You certainly … [Read more...] about The Draft Network sends Vikings a WR in latest mock draft

Cam Smith continues to be a popular selection in latest mock draft

February 7, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Vikings have a major need at cornerback. What will be fascinating is how they choose to approach the position. Brian Flores loves to utilize heavy pressure and prioritizes man coverage. The scouting department from The 33rd Team agrees with that assessment as they sent the Vikings South Carolina cornerback Cam Smith in their latest mock draft. “Minnesota gave up … [Read more...] about Cam Smith continues to be a popular selection in latest mock draft

Report: Brian Flores accepts Vikings defensive coordinator job

February 6, 2023 by Vikings Wire Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Vikings search for a defensive coordinator is over. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive assistant Brian Flores is accepting the Vikings defensive coordinator position. The Vikings had been searching for a defensive coordinator since relieving Ed Donatell of his duties four days after the season ended. They interviewed five candidates: … [Read more...] about Report: Brian Flores accepts Vikings defensive coordinator job

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