Vikings bolster run game, get Akers from Rams

The Vikings, who currently have a league-worst 69 rushing yards this season, acquired running back Cam…

Vikes’ Mattison says racist vitriol ‘unacceptable’

Alexander Mattison, the Vikings and the NFL all spoke out against racist comments made toward the…

How Justin Jefferson pushed teammates — and himself — amid contract talks

Jefferson unleashed his repertoire on the defense during training camp so everyone could get better.

Rules result in historically low NFL kick returns

The NFL recorded a historically low 20.5% kickoff return rate in Week 1, the desired result…

Vikes’ Jefferson wants new deal, but ‘up to them’

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson said he would like a new contract, but "it is all up…

Dressed to the 10s: Small numbers seen as slim

A peer-reviewed study by UCLA researchers found that perception can be influenced by the associations made…

Rule tweaks and trends you should know as the season begins

Some changes include a limited third QB rule, fewer kickoff returns and use of helmet penalties.

Vikings to sign ex-Fins RB Gaskin, waive Reagor

The Vikings are signing running back Myles Gaskin, released Wednesday by the Dolphins, to their active…

Vikes’ Addison to plead guilty to lesser charge

Vikings rookie receiver Jordan Addison has agreed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor speeding charge stemming…

Why big changes to NFL kickoffs could be near — and how XFL could help

The new fair catch rule may act as a stopgap for an anticipated larger rethinking of…