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Defensive Line Rotation a Unique Aspect of Patriots’ Defense
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 29, 2018
“Indiscriminate.” That was the word head coach Mike Zimmer used when describing Sean Payton’s offensive approach before a meeting with the New Orleans Saints. It might be […]
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Zimmer: Vikings “Could Have Done a Better Job” Using Cordarrelle Patterson
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 28, 2018
When it comes to finding diamonds in the rough — especially on offense — no NFL franchise has a greater reputation than the New England Patriots. Former […]
ROAD REACTION: Gophers Lose First of the Year in Big Ten/ACC Challenge
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 26, 2018
After stealing a victory with a second half comeback against Washington last Wednesday following a lethargic first half, the Minnesota Golden Gophers’ offensive woes caught up to […]
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Offensive Line Remembers Tony Sparano Before Bounceback Performance
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 26, 2018
In addition to his signature sunglasses, his gruff-on-the-outside-caring-on-the-inside personality and his habit of clapping his clipboard following a big offensive play, the late Tony Sparano was known […]
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FOOTBALL MACHINE POSTGAME: On Cousins’ Excellence, Defensive Adjustments & Kicking Mishaps
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 26, 2018
Minnesota Vikings beat writer Sam Ekstrom discusses Kirk Cousins’ great performance, the defense’s adjustments, the kicking blunders and the locker room reaction after Sunday night’s 24-17 win […]
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Third Downs a Difference Maker in Vikings’ 24-17 Win
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 26, 2018
While some aspects of the Minnesota Vikings top-ranked 2017 defensive unit have regressed, the historically-good third-down success has not. In fact, the defense may even threaten its […]
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LOCKER ROOM VIDEO: Vikings React to Win vs Packers
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 26, 2018
Hear from the Vikings locker room after they completed a 24-17 win against the Green Bay Packers. KIRK COUSINS MIKE ZIMMER ADAM THIELEN SHELDON RICHARDSON HARRISON SMITH […]
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RAPID REACTION: Vikings Overcome Missed Kicks to Beat Packers 24-17
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 25, 2018
Missed field goals cost the Minnesota Vikings a win in Green Bay earlier this season. A determined second-half effort didn’t let it happen again as Minnesota allowed […]
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PREDICTION: Vikings vs Packers
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 25, 2018
The Vikings host the Packers Sunday night with a chance to bury their archrival in the playoff race and, in turn, bolster their own hopes. As usual, […]
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Taking a Closer Look at Kirk Cousins in Primetime
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 22, 2018
The numbers aren’t flattering for Kirk Cousins when he plays under the lights. His loss at Chicago left him with a 4-12 record in 16 career night […]
VIDEO: Gabe Kalscheur Beats Washington With an Off-Balance 3-Pointer
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 22, 2018
The Minnesota Golden Gophers delivered an iconic early-season moment Wednesday night as freshman Gabe Kalscheur uncorked a game-winning 3 with 2.1 seconds left to beat Washington, win […]
THE MINNESOTA LINE: 54-51, Thanksgiving Foods & Week 12 Picks
By Sam Ekstrom - Nov 21, 2018
Mike Gelfand, Colton Molesky and Sam Ekstrom discuss the wild Monday night game, the Thanksgiving slate of football and all their other plays for the weekend. Music […]