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• Coordinator Highlights: Shurmur Values Things 'World Doesn't See' About Keenum

  18-01-2018 23:45
  EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Case Keenum’s 318 passing yards on Sunday were the most ever by a Minnesota quarterback in a Vikings postseason win. Making his debut in the NFL Playoffs, Keenum stayed compo...
  
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• Elliot Harrison Makes His Title Game Picks

  18-01-2018 23:44
  Will the New England Patriots advance to their 10th Super Bowl? NFL.com's Elliot Harrison reveals his picks for Championship Sunday.
  
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• Jon Gruden saw it in @casekeenum7 when he was coming out of college. 📺: @ESPNNFL 📰: mnvkn.gs/agDawH https://t.co/bLKLIU4CF6

  18-01-2018 23:35 via twitter.com
  
  Jon Gruden saw it in @casekeenum7 when he was coming out of college. 📺: @ESPNNFL 📰: mnvkn.gs/agDawH https://t.co/bLKLIU4CF6
  
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• Vikings Defense Prepping for Eagles Deception & Run/Pass Options

  18-01-2018 23:29
  EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — When the Vikings defense lines up against the Eagles on Sunday, there’s a good chance Nick Foles won’t be under center. The Eagles quarterback was in the shotgun formation 46...
  
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• NFL Network Reports From Eagles HQ

  18-01-2018 23:28
  NFL Network's James Palmer breaks down the NFC Championship matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Philadelphia Eagles and what can be expected in the Sunday's game.
  
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• 96 Questions: Who Was The Ugliest Kid Growing Up?

  18-01-2018 23:25
  On this NFC Championship Edition of 96 Questions with Brian Robison, B-Rob asks his teammates who in the locker room was the ugliest kid growing up?
  
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• Fletcher Cox: I wasn’t coming off the field

  18-01-2018 23:16
  The Eagles rotate their defensive linemen to keep them fresh, but Fletcher Cox has a say in how much he plays. Thus, the Pro Bowl defensive tackle played 57 of 63 defensive snaps against the Falcons. “With me taking a lot more snaps, I get in a whole lot more rhythm and I think that [more]
  
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• Vikings and Eagles Fans, Look Away

  18-01-2018 22:55 via nytimes.com
  From Gary Anderson to Ronde Barber. From Blair Walsh to Ricky Manning Jr. These are the names that haunt your dreams.
  
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• Jefferson: Keenum Can Vikings' QB For A Long Time To Come

  18-01-2018 22:50
  Baltimore Ravens Safety Tony Jefferson joins NFL Total Access and gives a ringing endorsement for Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Case Keenum.
  
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• Billick on Vikings Defense: Simplistic But Creative

  18-01-2018 22:38
  NFL Network's Brian Billick breaks down how the Minnesota Vikings defense shut down the New Orleans Saints on third down in their NFC Divisional Round matchup.
  
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• Michael Floyd misses practice with an illness; Adam Thielen limited

  18-01-2018 21:55
  Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen returned to practice Thursday on a limited basis. He missed Wednesday’s work with a low back injury. Thielen called himself “good” after sitting out Wednesday. Receiver Michael Floyd missed practice Thursday as the Vikings added him to the injury report with an illnesss. Floyd is expected to play Sunday, Chris [more]
  
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• "I think this team has a lot of heart." - Coach Zimmer 📺: mnvkn.gs/fpwYuk https://t.co/gRJnAq2NvN

  18-01-2018 21:55 via twitter.com
  
  "I think this team has a lot of heart." - Coach Zimmer 📺: mnvkn.gs/fpwYuk https://t.co/gRJnAq2NvN
  
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• Zimmer on Running Game, Eagles Defense, Shurmur

  18-01-2018 21:41
  Head Coach Mike Zimmer addressed the media from Winter Park on Thursday.
  
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• Presser Points: Zimmer on 2017 Vikings Character, Importance of a Dynamic Defense

  18-01-2018 21:36
  EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer is proud of his football team, and it’s not only due to the players’ success on the field. During his Thursday podium session with media leadin...
  
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• Transcript: Vikings Address the Media on NFC Championship Thursday

  18-01-2018 21:32
  Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer     Q: How has Malcolm Jenkins stood out in their run defense? A: I think he’s a terrific player. He’s very active, he gets down in the box. He sees things really go...
  
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• Throwback Thursday: Jon Gruden Saw 'Big Time' Potential in Keenum Before NFL

  18-01-2018 21:22
  Long before Case Keenum came on the scene in Minnesota and helped lead the Vikings to the chance at an NFC title, Jon Gruden saw “big-time” potential in the quarterback. Keenum, who excelled at th...
  
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• “They’re similar to us defensively and they line up and do what they do.” - Coach Zimmer

  18-01-2018 21:07 via twitter.com
  “They’re similar to us defensively and they line up and do what they do.” - Coach Zimmer
  
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• 🎥 LIVE: Head Coach Mike Zimmer #BringItHome pscp.tv/w/bS-jgTFXZ0tn…

  18-01-2018 21:03 via twitter.com
  🎥 LIVE: Head Coach Mike Zimmer #BringItHome pscp.tv/w/bS-jgTFXZ0tn…
  
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• Vikings Seek To End 41-Year Super Bowl Drought Sunday

  18-01-2018 20:40
  It’s a weird week to be a Minnesota Vikings fan.
  Many of us are still on cloud nine after Case Keenum, Stefon Diggs and the “Minneapolis Miracle” from last Sunday. We don’t want to come down from that emotional high, but the reality is the Vikings haven’t really accomplished anything… yet.
  The Vikings head to Philadelphia this Sunday for the NFC Championship Game. The winner heads to face either New England or Jacksonville in Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadi
  
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• We all had trouble sleeping after Sunday night's big win. https://t.co/EOyQFRL7II

  18-01-2018 20:32 via twitter.com
  
  We all had trouble sleeping after Sunday night's big win. https://t.co/EOyQFRL7II
  
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• Keenum: We're Expecting A Crazy Atmosphere, I'm Excited To Go Play

  18-01-2018 20:21
  QB Case Keenum addressed the media from Winter Park on Thursday.
  
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• O-Line Looking Forward To Tough Battle in Hostile Environment

  18-01-2018 20:20
  Hear from several Vikings offensive linemen on Sunday's game vs. the Eagles, where by all accounts, the play on both sides in the trenches could determine the winner.
  
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• Today’s #Vikings injury report https://t.co/lm3HZl2itj

  18-01-2018 20:19 via twitter.com
  
  Today’s #Vikings injury report https://t.co/lm3HZl2itj
  
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• Shurmur: Our Focus Is To Put Together A Plan, Go to Philly and Get It On

  18-01-2018 19:55
  Offensive Coordinator Pat Shurmur addressed the media from Winter Park on Thursday.
  
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• Priefer on The Blocked Punt, Forbath's Long FG's, Diggs' TD

  18-01-2018 19:54
  Special Teams Coordinator Mike Priefer addressed the media from Winter Park on Thursday.
  
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• Edwards on Second Half Struggles vs. Saints, More

  18-01-2018 19:52
  Defensive Coordinator George Edwards addressed the media from Winter Park on Thursday.
  
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• Pat Shurmur has been named Assistant Coach of the Year by @PFWAwriters! 📰: mnvkn.gs/vZyEEp https://t.co/5zQuSl7KVR

  18-01-2018 19:01 via twitter.com
  
  Pat Shurmur has been named Assistant Coach of the Year by @PFWAwriters! 📰: mnvkn.gs/vZyEEp https://t.co/5zQuSl7KVR
  
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• Pat Shurmur Named NFL Assistant Coach of the Year by PFWA

  18-01-2018 19:00
  Vikings Offensive Coordinator Pat Shurmur has been named the 2017 NFL Assistant Coach of the Year by the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA).  PWFA voters recognized Shurmur’s role in ...
  
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• Alshon Jeffery has more TDs against Vikings than any other team

  18-01-2018 18:53
  Before he joined the Eagles this year, wide receiver Alshon Jeffery spent five years with the Bears and faced the Vikings nine times. Some of those were big days, including Jeffery’s 249 yards and two touchdowns in a 2013 loss in Minnesota, and Jeffery wound up with seven touchdowns against the Vikings overall. That’s the [more]
  
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• Mark Rosen: ‘This Vikings Team Is Going To The Super Bowl’

  18-01-2018 18:35
  The Minnesota Vikings are embarking on potential history this week as they’ll head to Philadelphia to face the Eagles for the NFC Championship Game.
  The Vikings haven’t played for the NFC title since the 2009-10 season. We all remember that heartbreak. Fumbles, 12 men in the huddle out of a timeout, Brett Favre throwing across his body for a crushing interception and the phantom penalty on Ben Leber that led to the New Orleans Saints game-winning field goal.
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• Adam Thielen practicing on Thursday

  18-01-2018 18:35
  Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen sat out practice on Wednesday with a lower back injury, but suggested it was more of a rest day when he said he was OK after watching his teammates go through their drills. Thursday was not another rest day for the Vikings’ leader in catches and receiving yards. According to [more]
  
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• The Music City Miracle? The #MinneapolisMiracle? A pair of #Vikings were there for both. 📰:… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  18-01-2018 17:55 via twitter.com
  The Music City Miracle? The #MinneapolisMiracle?A pair of #Vikings were there for both.📰:… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Lunchbreak: Running Backs Could Play Key Factor on Sunday

  18-01-2018 17:00
  Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer said Wednesday that he believes whichever team runs the ball better will win Sunday’s NFC Championship. Matthew Coller of 1500ESPN.com recently wrote that he agreed ...
  
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• Brandon Graham: We can prove we’re the best defensive front this week

  18-01-2018 16:45
  When it came to both points and yards allowed this season, no team was stingier than the Vikings as they led the league in both categories. The Eagles weren’t far behind, however. They finished fourth in those metrics and gave up fewer rushing yards than any team in the league, so both teams are bringing [more]
  
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• These kids absolutely nailed it! #MinneapolisMiracle 🎥: @MaackTheKnife https://t.co/PgcYavCvtQ

  18-01-2018 16:11 via twitter.com
  
  These kids absolutely nailed it! #MinneapolisMiracle 🎥: @MaackTheKnife https://t.co/PgcYavCvtQ
  
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• Two Vikings Reflect on Being a Part of a Pair of Miracle Endings

  18-01-2018 16:09
  The NFL’s official Twitter account has weighed in and placed the “Minneapolis Miracle” atop the list of the 10 best playoff finishes in league history.
  Case Keenum’s toss to Stefon Diggs for the 6...
  
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• Whatever happened to Jim Schwartz as a Giants’ coaching candidate?

  18-01-2018 15:54
  As the coaching carousel began to spin, Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz emerged as an early favorite for the job. But then the Giants didn’t promptly request permission during the bye week to interview Schwartz. Then, after PFT pointed out that the Giants hadn’t requested permission to interview Schwartz, they did. Then, the Giants didn’t [more]
  
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• Vikings fans’ donations to Thomas Morstead charity tops $100,000

  18-01-2018 15:48
  The best trend of the NFL postseason has been the outpouring of support from fans to players’ charities, and Saints punter Thomas Morstead is giving back to Minnesota after Vikings fans gave to his charity. It all started after the last play of Sunday’s game, following the touchdown that thrilled Vikings fans and broke the [more]
  
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• .@MackAlexander20 feels a lot more comfortable in this defense in Year 2 and it's showing. 📰:… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  18-01-2018 15:16 via twitter.com
  .@MackAlexander20 feels a lot more comfortable in this defense in Year 2 and it's showing. 📰:… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Vikings mindful of shoe selection in Philadelphia

  18-01-2018 14:24
  In addition to watching tape of the Eagles offense and defense, Vikings coach Mike Zimmer has shown his team clips of another thing to keep in mind when they get to Philadelphia for Sunday’s game. Zimmer showed clips of players slipping on the field during the Eagles’ victory over the Falcons so that they are [more]
  
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• GMFB: Nike Foles vs. Vikings Secondary

  18-01-2018 10:47
  The "Good Morning Football" crew debates who will win the showdown on Sunday in the NFC Conference Championship between the Vikings secondary and Eagles QB Nick Foles.
  
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• Shurmur on Diggs' TD: Wasn't Exactly How We Drew It Up

  18-01-2018 09:50
  Offensive Coordinator Pat Shurmur joined Paul Allen on this week's "Vikings GamePlan" to discuss the Minneapolis Miracle from his point of view, as well as breaking down the keys to going at the Eagles stout defense this coming Sunday.
  
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• Film Room: Breaking Down Eagles' Front Seven, Passing Attack

  18-01-2018 09:27
  Former Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich joined Paul Allen on this week's "Vikings GamePlan" to break down the Eagles' elite front-seven, as well as looking at what Nick Foles has done since taking over the Philly offense.
  
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• Carl Banks confident in college teammate Pat Shurmur making it as Giants head coach

  18-01-2018 08:50
  Former Giants linebacker Carl Banks only spent one year at Michigan State with Pat Shurmur as his teammate. However, the Giants Ring of Honor member is confident that Shurmur will be able to hold his own in New York as the next head coach of Big Blue. “He’ll make it,” Banks said, via Paul Schwartz [more]
  
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• Francesa: It Will Be A Vikings-Patriots Super Bowl

  18-01-2018 08:37
  Former WFAN Radio Host Mike Francesa predicts which two teams will play in Super Bowl LII.
  
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• Reality Check: How Much Are The Vikings Worth?

  18-01-2018 05:55
  MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The Minnesota Vikings are entering one of the most important weeks in the history of their 57 year NFL franchise, and here’s something you may not know: the team is worth billions.
  It started in 1961 as The Little Team on the Prairie. It’s now one of the most valuable sports franchises in America.
  Owners Zygi and Mark Wilf paid $600 million for the Vikes in 2005 when The Purple ranked at the bottom of all 32 NFL teams. In 2017, Forbes estimates the Vikings&
  
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• NFL Turning Point: The Minneapolis Miracle

  18-01-2018 05:34
  Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs helps the Vikings advance to the NFC Championship game on a walk-off 61-yard touchdown against the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Divisional game.
  
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• #BringItHome https://t.co/qg9in4u0Ca

  18-01-2018 03:36 via twitter.com
  
  #BringItHome https://t.co/qg9in4u0Ca
  
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