OT proposal fails to address bigger problem
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:01:00 PDT)
The discussion about adjusting the overtime playoff format doesn't solve the regular-season issue.

Vikings Team Report
(Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:30:43 PDT)

The Vikings' failure to land LaDainian Tomlinson means the defending NFC North champions could end up looking internally to fill the spot vacated by running back Chester Taylor.

Albert Young, who spent 2008 on the practice squad and was the No. 3 running back on the depth chart last season, had little opportunity with Adrian Peterson and Taylor in front of him but with Taylor now in Chicago, Young has a chance to play an important role in 2010.

Even as the Vikings courted Tomlinson—he decided to sign a two-year deal with the Jets—coach Brad Childress went on a Twin Cities radio station and said he has plenty of confidence in Young.

In fact, Childress said that he and quarterback Brett Favre talked about Young when the two spent time together at Favre's...

The Shutdown Corner post-free agency mock draft, Pt. 2
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:55:51 PDT)
Now that free agency is done - at least for the most part - it's a good time to head back to the Land of...

Five NFL playoff teams face a hard road back
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:16:22 PDT)
This should give you a better appreciation of the Colts' current league-best run of eight consecutive...

Should the new OT proposal be called the 'Brett Favre Rule'?
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:20:46 PDT)
There's been more of a hue and cry about overtime in the NFL since ... well, since just about the time the...

Minnesota Vikings agree to terms with backup defensive tackle Jimmy Kennedy
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:09:19 PDT)
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - Jimmy Kennedy will return to the Minnesota Vikings next season.

Vikings agree to terms with DT Kennedy
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:09:19 PDT)
Jimmy Kennedy will return to the Minnesota Vikings next season. The Vikings announce that they have agreed to terms to bring the reserve defensive tackle back for a third season with the team. Kennedy was the 12th overall draft choice by St. Louis in 2003 and bounced around to Chicago and Jacksonville before finding a home in Minnesota.

Joe Montana: Brett Favre 'Doesn't Want To Go To Training Camp'
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:17:06 PDT)
Joe Montana has a firm opinion on whether quarterback Brett Favre will return to play for the Minnesota Vikings...

Vikings LB Henderson returning from brutal injury
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:50:43 PDT)
When Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson fractured the femur in the left leg back in early December...

Linebacker E.J. Henderson says his rehab is on track for training camp return
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:43:04 PDT)
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson is back on his feet and says he's on track to return to the field for training camp.

Henderson says he'll be back for training camp
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:57:23 PDT)
Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson is back on his feet and says he's on track to return to the field for training camp. Henderson broke his leg against Arizona on Dec. 6. Henderson spoke to reporters on Tuesday night before receiving the team's annual award for community service. He was also hosting an event at Winter Park for his youth foundation.

Tomlinson says Favre didn't make his intentions known about whether he'll return
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:41:07 PDT)
NEW YORK - Brett Favre kept his plans to himself, even as he helped try to recruit LaDainian Tomlinson to play for the Minnesota Vikings.

Tomlinson says Favre didn't tip hand about plans
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:51:09 PDT)
Brett Favre kept his plans to himself, even as he helped try to recruit LaDainian Tomlinson to play for the Minnesota Vikings. Tomlinson, who signed a two-year deal with the New York Jets on Sunday, said the quarterback gave no indication whether he'd return for a 20th season when they chatted about the Vikings last week.

The four-way jersey combination tribute to Brett Favre
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:06:16 PDT)
I spend enough time here expressing my dislike for Brett Favre, so I thought, momentarily, I'd turn things...

Report: Brett Favre 'heavily involved' in recruiting Tomlinson
(Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:59:03 PDT)
Before signing with the Jets over the weekend, LaDainian Tomlinson was first wooed by the Minnesota Vikings .

Ask an NFL'er: The out-of-control Toyota Prius
(Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:53:19 PDT)
Owners of the Toyota Prius, even ones that have been repaired, are reporting that their cars are still...

Tomlinson, others forced to retire elsewhere
(Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:38:00 PDT)
LaDainian Tomlinson is the latest Hall of Fame-bound star whose career will end in a strange setting.

Running back LaDainian Tomlinson heads home without deal to mull plans after meeting with Jets
(Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:47:00 PST)
NEW YORK - LaDainian Tomlinson flew home to San Diego on Saturday to consider his options after spending a day with the New York Jets and leaving without a deal.

Testifying at players' doping trial, Childress says he didn't leak test results
(Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:00:00 PST)
MINNEAPOLIS - After more than a year and a half of legal manoeuvring in their closely watched labour fight with the NFL, Minnesota Vikings defensive tackles Kevin Williams and Pat Williams may finally learn in May if they must serve a four-game suspension for taking a banned substance.

No Vikings deal yet for Tomlinson
(Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:28:45 PST)
Free agent running back LaDainian Tomlinson visited the Minnesota Vikings Thursday and apparently left without a...

Tomlinson leaves Vikings, headed to Jets
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:20:37 PST)
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Sports Writer

AP Sources: Tomlinson leaves Vikings without deal, headed to visit Jets
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:00:00 PST)
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - The Minnesota Vikings wined and dined LaDainian Tomlinson on Wednesday night, then spent much of Thursday meeting with the star running back in hopes of pairing him with Adrian Peterson in what would be a big-name backfield.

Vikings Kevin, Pat Williams testify publicity from failed tests hurt images
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:47:00 PST)
MINNEAPOLIS - The agents for Minnesota Vikings players Kevin Williams and Pat Williams say negative publicity from their violation of the NFL's anti-doping policy has unfairly hurt them.

Bills trainer to blame for StarCaps?
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:46:18 PST)
Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Pat Williams blamed a trainer on his former team, the Buffalo Bills, for...