Cover32 Vikings

05/19/2017

Could 2017 be the ' year? Five reasons why the Vikings could be playing in Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis.

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With free agency and the NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, the Minnesota Vikings have likely completed their retooling process and are now shifting their...

05/11/2017

bring home troubled WR, Michael Floyd and give him second chance. Sign him to a one-year $1.5 million deal

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Could a return to Minnesota be the bridge over troubled waters that wide receiver, Michael Floyd needs to turn his career and life around? On Wednesday, the...

05/10/2017

2017 NFL Draft grades and review: the Vikings' team gives their reaction to the Vikings' draft.

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With the new class established, the Vikings' crew of cover32 took the opportunity to evaluate and grade each of the Vikings' draft selections.

03/06/2017

' Today: Emerging as one of top corners in the league, could be in line for a big payday.

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The Minnesota Vikings enter the offseason with 17 total free agents, 13 unrestricted and 4 restricted. In addition to free agency however, the team also needs to look...

03/03/2017

' Day Four Combine Prospects. Taking a look at potential defensive backs in the upcoming draft.

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Taking a look at the defensive backs that will be displaying their talents in the fourth group at the NFL combine this coming weekend.

03/03/2017

pass on Adrian Peterson's 2017 contact option. Unless a deal is reached he will enter free agency on March 9th

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On Tuesday, the Minnesota Vikings decided to forgo the option on Adrian Peterson's 2017 contract. By declining to pick up his option, the Vikings will save...

03/03/2017

' Day Three Combine Prospects: Taking a look at possible defensive lineman and linebacker prospects.

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Take a quick look at whom the Minnesota Vikings may want to check out on day three of the NFL scouting combine for defensive linemen and linebackers.

02/27/2017

Day Two Prospects: Looking at QB's, WR's and TE's that might fill a roster need for the purple and gold.

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The second day of the NFL scouting combine is highlighted by quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends. The Vikings may not be using...

02/26/2017

' NFL Combine: Day one prospects - taking a look at running backs, offensive linemen and specialists.

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With the NFL Combine set to take place from February 28th through March 6th, it is time for fans to familiarize themselves with certain names.

02/25/2017

Free Agency Preview: Offensive Line. Looking at a few targets to upgrade the Vikings' O-line.

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02/23/2017

' strength of is 's fifth easiest. 2017 is looking up for a team that let fans down in 2016.

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The Vikings are coming off of a disappointing 2016 campaign in which so much had been expected of them. There was great hype surrounding a Minnesota team...

02/18/2017

What should the do about Adrian - Evaluating Minnesota's options about Peterson's future in 2017

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To say Adrian Peterson's 2016 season with the Vikings was a disappointment would be putting it lightly, but then again Minnesota's ground game as a whole...

02/02/2017

Trivia Blitz: more Super Bowl love. Are you an elite football mind? Challenge yourself with this week's trivia quiz.

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We made it, friends; Super Bowl weekend is finally here! Only two fan bases have a chance for their team to hoist the Lombardi Trophy; if Atlanta wins, we may not hear...

02/02/2017

Minnesota put on a show in the Pro Bowl. Vikings' players shined defensively for the NFC in Sunday's all-star event.

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Although it was not the game the fans wanted to see their favorite Minnesota Vikings in, they performed exceedingly well in this year’s NFL Pro Bowl. The rules...

01/28/2017

2017 Pro Bowl: Skills Showdown Recap. The Skills Competition returned after a 10-year hiatus as the NFC & AFC's best competed in a battle of skills for bragging rights of whose best in the NFL.

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For a league that has often been criticized as the No Fun League, the NFL was anything but on Thursday with the return of the Skills Competition to the Pro Bowl...

01/28/2017

Five Questions: Three times the bowl. Discussing the impacts of the Senior Bowl, Pro Bowl and Super Bowl.

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Welcome back for another week of NFL Five Questions. There is plenty to go around yet again. From the Pro Bowl, to the the Senior Bowl, to the Super Bowl...

01/27/2017

2017 Pro Bowl: Rosters. The rosters have been set for the world's greatest All-Star football event this Sunday

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Can anyone truly keep track of the Pro Bowl roster changes anymore? This guy is hurt, that guy wants to stay healthy and not play; the best players are in the...

01/27/2017

Trivia Blitz. Each Friday we will give you 5 trivia questions to test your football knowledge. Think you have what it takes to get them all right?

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Here at cover32, we have been undergoing some pleasant changes to our content for the NFL offseason. One of those changes includes the addition of a new...

01/26/2017

2017 Pro Bowl Preview: What to expect from the revitalized event as it returns to its roots & original format

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The NFL has entered that time of year again where there is a lull between the Conference Championships and the Super Bowl. It could only mean one thing...

01/25/2017

Anthony Barr sixth named to the Pro Bowl. He will get the start for the NFC at linebacker for Sunday's game.

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If Vikings’ fans want a reason to tune into the ever so unpopular Pro Bowl this year, the selection committee has now given them six. Linebacker, Anthony Barr will...

01/25/2017

Top Five 2017 offseason positional priorities. What are the purple's biggest needs heading into 2017?

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After a disappointing 8-8 finish to the 2016 regular season, the Minnesota Vikings have transitioned into offseason evaluation mode. Whereas most teams struggle...

01/23/2017

5 Questions: In this week's column the Raiders' move; Peterson's future; & who's Super Bowl bound is discussed

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There's plenty of news and rumors floating around the NFL this week. From coaching searches, to individual players, to relocation and more, cover32 has you covered.

01/23/2017

Is cheering for an Divisional rival ever considered appropriate? Is there ever a time this is acceptable?

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All the signs were there. Puffy red cheeks, quivering lip, the unmistakably obvious watery eyes; my coworker was about to cry. My forty-something-year-old...

01/23/2017

2017 Playoffs: Conference Championships Recap. The Falcons & Patriots now meet in Houston after blowout wins

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In what was billed as one of greatest Conference Championship rounds in league history, with four of the NFL's most elite quarterbacks, turned out to be a rather...

01/20/2017

Daily Dime: Sherman's injury repercussions, Raiders file paperwork to relocate and Peterson discusses future.

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With so much happening around the NFL on a daily basis, it is hard to stay apprised of all the latest trends, headlines, updates and rumors. In just a blink of the eye...

01/19/2017

Confidence Rankings: Conference Championships. Ranking and evaluating each team, group, players and coaches.

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After watching the first six games of the NFL postseason turning into blowouts, the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers pulled off road upsets. Although the...

01/19/2017

to pick up Bridgewater's option. Will they pick up his option & how does his injury affect their decision?

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The quarterback situation will be a hotly debated topic over the offseason in Minnesota. The young and still developing Teddy Bridgewater is focusing his efforts on...

01/17/2017

2017 Playoffs: Divisional Round Recap. With the round wrapping up, the Conference Championships have been set.

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The NFL's postseason conference championship round has been set, with the divisional round wrapping-up Sunday night. Things kicked off as expected on Saturday...

01/13/2017

2017 NFL Playoffs Preview: Divisional Round. Taking a look at this week's matchups. Historic rivalries reignite.

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With the Wild Card Round of the playoffs all wrapped-up, attention has turned to the this week's Divisional Round. With no real surprises or upsets in the opening...

01/12/2017

Five Questions: Moving to L.A. and the Divisional Round. Check out the 5 biggest stories in the NFL this week.

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Fresh news is in! Another team is moving to Los Angeles, folks. Read below to find out which organization will be joining the Rams in the city. This week of...

01/12/2017

's 2017 NFL Playoff Pick'ems: Divisional Round. Who does our staff have coming out victorious this weekend?

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The Wild Card Round of the playoffs is in the books. There were no real surprises or upsets in the first round as it played out as most expected it would. The Divisional...

01/11/2017

fire quarterback's coach Scott Turner who was seen as instrumental in the development of Teddy Bridgewater

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In a move to most assuredly allow the soon to be named offensive coordinator to choose their own underlings, the Vikings have Fired Scott Turner.

01/11/2017

' Patterson named All-Pro by Associated Press: It's the second-time in his career being named to All-Pro team.

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For the second time in his four-year career, Cordarrelle Patterson has been named to the All-Pro team by the Associated Press. He once again led the NFL with...

01/11/2017

The 2016 Minnesota ' Awards. After finishing 8-8, which players had award-worthy performances?

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When handing out awards to an eight-win-team, one has to be carefully weigh every possible reason the player may or may not be awarded said hardware.

01/10/2017

If I were the ' GM: What would cover32's Vikings' writers do if they were made the team's general manager?

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The 2016 season became a year to forget for the Minnesota Vikings. Despite having a talented defense and making moves in the spring to improve the talent level...