Minnesota has a lot of pressing needs this offseason. Quarterback, on the other hand, is a position where the Vikings are pretty established. Kirk Cousins has been the team’s starter for the past three seasons. His contract is difficult to get out of, so it’s not a surprise that Bleacher Report’s Brad Gagnon predicted Cousins as the team’s starter for 2021. But Gagnon suggested … [Read more...] about B/R suggests a quarterback for the Vikings to take in the first round
Report: Vikings' schedule to be released in May
Minnesota already knows its 16 games for the 2021 NFL season. If the Vikings have a 17th game in 2021, the team also knows its opponent for that as well. But the Vikings do not know the exact order of the games for next season, According to Sports Business Journal, the team will find that out in a couple months. The Journal reported that during the second week of May, the NFL … [Read more...] about Report: Vikings' schedule to be released in May
Vikings expect DT Michael Pierce to be back
The Vikings received a blow to their hopes for 2020 when defensive tackle Michael Pierce, the team’s biggest signing in free agency, opted out of the season. Pierce said to the Pioneer Press’ Chris Tomasson that the defensive tackle had really bad asthma among other respiratory issues, so it was a high-risk opt-out. Now, the Vikings expect their nose tackle to play. Asked about … [Read more...] about Vikings expect DT Michael Pierce to be back
PFF names G Brandon Scherff as perfect free-agent match for Vikings
A big item on the to-do list for Rick Spielman and the Vikings this offseason is to improve the offensive line. Seth Galina over at Pro Football Focus listed former Washington guard Brandon Scherff as the perfect free-agent fit for the Vikings. Here’s what Galina wrote about the fit: The Vikings need at least some semblance of inside protection, and signing Scherff to reunite … [Read more...] about PFF names G Brandon Scherff as perfect free-agent match for Vikings
Vikings among nine teams over salary cap floor of $180 million
As evidenced by some of the moves the team has made so far, the Vikings are in a tough situation with the 2021 salary cap. It’s hard to figure out what the Vikings will have to do to get under the 2021 base cap, on account of the exact figure not being officially determined as of now. We do know the lowest the salary cap can be, though. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the … [Read more...] about Vikings among nine teams over salary cap floor of $180 million
Vikings trade back in 1st round of mock draft
In Chad Reuter’s four-round NFL mock draft over at NFL.com, he has Vikings GM Rick Spielman wheeling and dealing out of the gates. Reuter has the Vikings trading their 14th pick to the Saints in exchange for a 2022 first-round pick and the 2021 28th overall pick. With the 28th overall pick, the Vikings selected Oklahoma defensive end Ronnie Perkins. Here’s what Reuter wrote … [Read more...] about Vikings trade back in 1st round of mock draft
Report: Vikings hoping to restructure LT Riley Reiff's contract
Riley Reiff is a pretty good left tackle, so a little under $15 million isn’t an unfair price tag. However, the Vikings are in the midst of a tricky salary cap situation. Last offseason, Minnesota was also in a tough spot with the cap. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Reiff agreed to take his salary from $11 million down to $6 million in order to make room for Yannick … [Read more...] about Report: Vikings hoping to restructure LT Riley Reiff's contract
Three Vikings who need more reps in 2021
Despite missing out on the playoffs in 2020, the Vikings have some things to look forward to for next season. During its down year, Minnesota played plenty of rookies and other younger players who are primed for progression and possibly bigger roles in 2021. Here are three of those players, all of whom impressed at times with just a small number of reps. If given more playing … [Read more...] about Three Vikings who need more reps in 2021
Vikings taking WR Justin Jefferson listed as the team's best draft decision of the past five years
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson was so good as a rookie, it’s hard to believe that he fell to Minnesota at No. 22. At the time, there was some concern over Jefferson’s route-running technique and how he would project beyond just a slot receiver role. Jefferson put those concerns to rest as a rookie, finishing with 1,400 receiving yards and seven touchdown receptions. It turned out … [Read more...] about Vikings taking WR Justin Jefferson listed as the team's best draft decision of the past five years