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Warren Ludford

The Flores Scheme and What’s Next

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The Vikings’ DC has crafted a unique scheme and will continue to add wrinkles to it

The Minnesota Vikings finished the 2024 season with the fifth-best defense in points allowed, despite not having any superstar players, thanks to the ingenuity of defensive coordinator Brian Flores. He took the Vikings’ defense from 28th to 13th in point allowed his first season as defensive coordinator, and then from 13th to 5th his second season.

One of the...

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Michael Peterson

Minnesota Vikings All Quarter Century Team: Defensive Tackle No. 1

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The Vikings got a lot of phenomenal play from their defensive tackles through the first half of the century and it’s well-represented in our Quarter Century Team Poll.

We’re on to the defensive side of the ball!

Up first we’ve got our defensive tackles! Kevin Williams, Pat Williams, and Linval Joseph are our three players in the running for the Vikings Quarter Century Team.

Let’s get to it!

Kevin Williams (2003-2013)

Williams was selected...

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NFL coach highlights key factor why Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson is primed for a rebound year

The Minnesota Vikings have some of the best players at their position in the National Football League. One of those is tight end T.J. Hockenson, who has proven the Vikings and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah right for making the trade deadline deal for him in 2022.

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Arif Hasan

Norse Code Podcast Episode 561: Wildly Irresponsible Prognostications

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Arif and James are back and are covering a number of topics submitted by our listeners for long-form discussion. We go over the salary cap, rookie QB development, and much more! We also go over the recent article on Wide Left regarding collusion and the NFLPA. 

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Episode Notes:

Brett Kollmann’s video on the salary cap explains a good chunk of the questions people have about Here’s the original Pablo Torre Finds Out podcast episode on...

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David Stefano

Top Contenders for the Coveted Mr. Mankato Award: Vikings Training Camp 2025

Tyler Forness ranked QB Max Brosmer sixth for 2025 Mr. Mankato, highlighting his accuracy and anticipatory throws that fit Kevin O’Connell’s system. Forness noted Brosmer needs mechanical improvements and more risk-taking, referencing a Penn State interception. With limited early reps as QB4, preseason games will be crucial for showcasing development. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Vikings fans, training camp heats up in <2 weeks! Forget J.J. McCarthy—dive into hidden gems with The...

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‘Durability and Age Are Issues’: Vikings RB Gets Reality Check From NFL Evaluator

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones has received a sobering assessment as he prepares for the 2025 NFL season. While his production remains impressive, concerns about his durability and advancing age have sparked conversations about his long-term role in the team’s offense.

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Christopher Gates

Vikings trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Friday edition

Think you can figure out which Vikings player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game!

Hey Minnesota Vikings fans! We’re back for another day of the Daily Norseman in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form.

Today’s Daily Norseman in-5 game

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Jeremy Fowler

Who are the NFL's best tight ends? Execs, coaches and scouts help rank 2025's top 10

Execs, coaches, scouts and players from around the NFL ranked their top 10 tight ends in our annual summer series.

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Doug.Farrar

Minnesota Vikings Hidden Gems: 3 Secret Superstars on the 2025 roster

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The 2024 Vikings fell to early postseason disappointment, but they’re better than that. Blake Cashman, Ryan Kelly, and Tai Felton are three Secret Superstars who can help them prove it in 2025.

After a regular season in which they didn’t have their first-round rookie quarterback at all, and head coach Kevin O’Connell made Sam Darnold a thing for the first time in Darnold’s NFL career, the Minnesota Vikings were thisclose to turning their Super...

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NFL analyst misses the mark with the Minnesota Vikings and it boils down to one crucial detail

The Minnesota Vikings had one of the best offseasons in the National Football League, unless you speak to ESPN's Seth Walder. He has them 24th in the league with a C+ when grading each team's offseason.

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Mark P

Vikings Links: 10 Days Until Training Camp!

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Which player are you most looking forward to watching besides JJ?

I think I am looking forward to seeing Donovan Jackson the most followed by Isaiah Rodgers and Mekhi Blackmon. A dark horse player I am curious to see is defensive end/tackle Alex Williams 6’7” 291.

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The Minnesota Vikings’ 2025 training camp will begin with rookies and quarterbacks reporting on July 20th, followed by the rest of the team on July 22nd. The first open practice...

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Vikings Linebacker Dallas Turner Reportedly Scammed Out of $240K in Bank Fraud Scheme

Dallas Turner, a young up-and-coming star at the Minnesota Vikings Linebacker position, and the 2024 number one draft pick, became the victim of an elaborate bank fraud that saw the rookie player lose a sizeable fortune of $240,000.

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Christopher Gates

Can you guess this Vikings defensive end in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Vikings player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game!

Hey Minnesota Vikings fans! We’re back for another day of the Daily Norseman in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form.

Today’s Daily Norseman in-5 game

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NFL Star Loses $240K in Bank Scam After Fake Chase Rep Call

Amidst the media buzz of KaVontae Turpin’s arrest, the launch of Quarterback S2, and Patrick Mahomes’ body shape, there has been a recent development that has stunned not only the fans but also financial professionals.

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Kevin Seifert

'Dallas is coming into his own': Vikings' expectations for 2024 first-rounder Dallas Turner in Year 2

Turner barely got on the field as a rookie and still has veteran competition to deal with, so how will he make his mark?

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Warren Ludford

What Does Jonathan Allen Bring to the Vikings?

What does the former first-round pick and 2x Pro Bowler have left in the tank?

When the Minnesota Vikings signed Jonathan Allen this off-season, the first reaction for many Vikings’ fans was that he’ll be an instant upgrade to the Vikings’ defensive interior who can be more of a pass rushing threat than they had in that group last season. After all, Allen is a two-time Pro Bowler and first-round pick who’s enjoyed a solid career with the Commanders before being released earlier this...

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Vikes pass rusher Turner scammed out of $240K

Vikings outside linebacker Dallas Turner was allegedly a victim of a bank fraud scheme that resulted in the theft of $240,000.

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Former Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater issues a challenge to fans that speaks to the struggles of developing the next generation

Going from being a National Football League quarterback to coaching high school football comes with some challenges, and former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is dealing with those.

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Minnesota Vikings ownership shows support for Texas Hill Country after devastating floods with generous act

The Minnesota Vikings are donating $500,000 to help with rescue and recovery efforts from the devastating floods in Texas, the team announced on Wednesday.  "We are deeply saddened by the continued devastation and loss of life in the Texas Hill Country and can't imagine the pain so many are experiencing.

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Michael Peterson

Vikings, Wilf Family donating $500,000 to central Texas flood relief

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The Vikings and the Wilf Family are joining the NFL, Texans, and Cowboys in donating $500,000 to relief efforts following the devastating floods that impacted central Texas.

On Wednesday afternoon, the Viking and Wilf Family announced a $500,000 donation to support rescue and recovery efforts following the devastating floods that impacted the central Texas area over the Fourth of July weekend.

The Texans and Cowboys both announced $500,000...

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