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Chris Kluwe To Sign With the Raiders

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:48:26 +0000

Former Viking punter Chris Kluwe has indicated that he has agreed to a contract to join the Oakland Raiders. Kluwe was released by the Viking earlier this month.

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Vikings Reportedly Not Pursuing Urlacher

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:49:22 +0000

The Vikings had been linked to free agent veteran linebacker Brian Urlacher but Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network says the Vikings are not pursuing him.

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Vikings Unveil Glass-Centric Design of New Stadium

The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 02:20:21 +0000

The Minnesota Vikings will have a fixed roof and moveable front windows on their new stadium. Designer Bryan Trubey of Dallas-based HKS Architects presented images of the $975 million project to a crowd of fans, public officials and members of the Vikings organization Monday night.

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Vikings Punter, Equality Activist Chris Kluwe Speaks at St. Ben's [AUDIO]

Jim Maurice — Fri, 03 May 2013 02:42:36 +0000

Chris Kluwe, the outspoken veteran punter for the Minnesota Vikings brought his message of tolerance and acceptance to the College of St. Benedict tonight (Thursday). He says he didn't set out to be an advocate for the Marriage equality issue, but it has always been something he's believed in.

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Vikings Trade Percy Harvin to Seattle

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:48:48 +0000

The Vikings traded receiver Percy Harvin to Seattle for at least 1 first round draft pick according to Mike Florio with profootballtalk.com.

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Vikings Unveil Slightly Altered 'Norseman' Logo

The Associated Press — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:03:30 +0000

The Minnesota Vikings are altering their logo. Ever so slightly.

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Vikings' Rudolph Named MVP At Pro Bowl

Dave Overlund — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:35:31 +0000

Vikings Tight End Kyle Rudolph had 5 catches for 122 yards and a touchdown en route to being named the MVP of last night’s Pro Bowl. The NFC won the vanity fair 62-35.

Adrian Peterson had 5 carries for 13 yards in the game, Jared Allen made one tackle and Blair Walsh made two field goals and eight extra points

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Greenway Finalist For Community Service Award

Dave Overlund — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:14:00 +0000

Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway was named one of five finalists for the Byron "Whizzer" White award. The award recognizes players who go above and beyond to perform community service in the city they play in

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Rudolph Added To NFC Pro Bowl Roster

Dave Overlund — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:58:46 +0000

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph was named to the NFC Pro Bowl team as a replacement for Atlanta Falcons TE Tony Gonzalez.

Rudolph had 53 catches for 493 yards and 9 touchdowns in 2012 for the Vikings

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Vikings' Greenway Headed to the Pro Bowl

Jay Caldwell — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:10:19 +0000

Viking linebacker Chad Greenway is going back to the Pro Bowl. Greenway was announced by the Vikings as an injury replacement for Dallas outside linebacker Demarcus Ware. Greenway led the Vikings in tackles with 148 in 2012.

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Police Arrest 21 at Packers Game Against Vikings

The Associated Press — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:52:30 +0000

Green Bay police arrested 21 people at the Packers' NFC wildcard playoff game versus the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field. It's the highest arrest total this season.

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Packers End Vikings Season 24-10; Ponder Doesn't Play

Jay Caldwell — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 04:13:03 +0000

The Vikings lost 24-10 Saturday night in the NFC Wildcard playoffs to the Packers in Green Bay. Minnesota trailed 17-3 at halftime and fell behind 24-3 before scoring the final touchdown of the game.

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Vikings' Ponder Has Sore Elbow

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:06:47 +0000

Viking quarterback Christian Ponder was limited in practice Wednesday due to a sore elbow. He sustained the injury when he hit the helmet of a Packer player on his follow through. He stayed in the game and is expected to play Saturday at Green Bay.

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Vikings Practice Without Peterson, Smith and Winfield

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:29:20 +0000

The Vikings practiced without running back Adrian Peterson, safety Harrison Smith, cornerback Antoine Winfield, and linebacker/special teammer Tyron McKenzie.

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Vikings Beat Packers at Metrodome, Dec. 30, 2012 [PHOTOS]

Townsquare Media — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 20:50:40 +0000

It's on to the playoffs for the Minnesota Vikings after a last second field goal launched the purple into post-season play. A 29-yard field goal from Blair Welsh lifted the Vikings over the Packers, 37-34. See the game through the lens of photographer Joe Bielawa.

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Vikings Top Packers to Earn Playoff Spot

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 03:13:24 +0000

The Vikings got a 29-yard field from Blair Walsh on the last play of the game to beat the Packers 37-34 Sunday. Minnesota led 20-10 at halftime but saw the Packers tie the game at 27 at 34 before won the game on the Walsh field goal.

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Four Vikings Named to Pro Bowl Team

Jay Caldwell — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 13:27:45 +0000

Four Vikings were named to the NFC Pro Bowl team when the NFC and AFC Pro Bowl teams were announced. The four are running back Adrian Peterson, fullback Jerome Felton, kicker Blair Walsh and defensive end Jared Allen. Peterson is named to his 5th Pro Bowl team. Felton and Walsh are first time pro bowlers.

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Vikings vs. Packers Moved to 3:25 Kickoff

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 12:48:33 +0000

The Vikings home game to close the regular season against the Packers at Mall of America Field has been moved from a noon kickoff to a 3:25pm kickoff.

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Vikings Top Texans to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Jay Caldwell — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:45:41 +0000

The Vikings defeated the Houston Texans Sunday afternoon 23-6 to improve to 9-6 and keep their playoff hopes alive. Minnesota fell behind 3-0 but led 13-3 at halftime.

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Vikings' Cook Expected to Play Sunday

Jay Caldwell — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 02:15:27 +0000

Vikings cornerback Chris Cook is expected to return Sunday when the Vikings play at Houston Sunday at noon, pregame on WJON at 11am. Cook has been sidelined the last 6 games due to a broken bone in his right arm.

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