The 3-4 Minnesota Vikings have lost two consecutive games coming out of the bye week and find themselves in last place in a highly competitive NFC North for the first time since 2013. Second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy will get his third career start on the road against a dominant Detroit Lions team that has scored the third-most points per game and a defense that has … [Read more...] about Is Christian Wilkins A Viable Solution For Minnesota’s Run-Defense Woes?
The Iowa Wild Are Starting To Create A Positive Developmental Environment
There’s no sugarcoating it; the Minnesota Wild stink so far this season. The reasons for that are up for debate, but the results are not. A 3-5-3 record through eleven games and a humbling start to the home stand has left both the team and its fans searching for answers after their most recent defea… … [Read more...] about The Iowa Wild Are Starting To Create A Positive Developmental Environment
Why Does This Feel Like the Most Disappointing Vikings Team In Recent History?
The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Los Angeles Chargers last Thursday night in a complete rout, 37-10. That’s the long and short of it. In a game where the Vikings needed to dig deep and find out what they’re made of in the face of true adversity, it was a no-show that left the fanbase somber. This is shaping up to be one of the most disappointing seasons in the franchise’s … [Read more...] about Why Does This Feel Like the Most Disappointing Vikings Team In Recent History?
Brock Faber’s Frustration Is Starting To Manifest In His Play
The Minnesota Wild were undoubtedly hoping for a better start to the season than their 3-5-2 record. While the campaign is still early, 10 games are enough to gather some data on how a team is playing. Little has gone right in Minnesota, but it’s easy to pick out a few areas where the team has strug… … [Read more...] about Brock Faber’s Frustration Is Starting To Manifest In His Play
Anthony Edwards’ Hamstring Injury Is More Complicated Than It Seems
Anthony Edwards has been sensational in his 77 minutes across three games this season. He’s scored 77 points, which means he’s scoring a point every minute he’s on the court on ludicrous shooting percentages of 51.9% from the field, 47.4% from three, and 82.4% from the free-throw line. Edwards’ rebounding seems more aggressive, and his defense seems more emphatic. His improved … [Read more...] about Anthony Edwards’ Hamstring Injury Is More Complicated Than It Seems