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Sam Darnold, Vikings blockers got exactly what Lions planned

Did Vikings’ struggles against Lions show a blueprint for how to slow down Sam Darnold?

Detroit’s defense sent a ton of six- or seven-man pressures and played mostly man coverage. Can the Rams replicate that in the playoffs?

Detroit News · 13h

Film review: How the Lions shut down Sam Darnold and Vikings' pass attack

Let's take a deeper look into how the Lions' defense led Detroit to a 31-9 victory against the Vikings on Sunday night.

Twin Cities Pioneer Press on MSN · 14h

Dane Mizutani: Sam Darnold’s story with the Vikings isn’t over

As the Vikings immediately started the process of turning the page following a 31-9 loss to the Detroit Lions, Kevin O’Connell made his way toward the 50-yard line to shake hands with his counterpart Dan Campbell.

Vikings make major Daniel Jones move

Bleacher Report · 9h

NFL News: Daniel Jones Signed to Vikings' Active Roster Ahead of 2025 Playoffs

Daniel Jones will be available for the Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs. The Vikings announced Tuesday that they have signed the former New York

CBSSports.com · 13h

Vikings' Daniel Jones: Joins active roster

After signing with Minnesota's practice squad in late November, Jones was never elevated to the 53-man roster for the final six games of the regular season. Even so, his ample starting experience during his time with the Giants could make him the Vikings' top backup option at quarterback ahead of Nick Mullens if starter Sam Darnold were to miss time at any point during Minnesota's postseason run.

MassLive.com on MSN · 13h

Daniel Jones promoted to Vikings’ active roster ahead of NFC Wild Card game

Daniel Jones earned a promotion ahead of the playoffs. The quarterback signed with the Minnesota Vikings’ active roster on Tuesday, the team announced. For the corresponding move, the waived Brett Rypien.

5 takeaways from Vikings loss to Lions in Week 18

Houston Chronicle · 1d

Vikings need a hard reset on their passing game for the playoffs after a humbling loss to Lions

Time after time, the Minnesota Vikings had receivers open down the field in Detroit that Sam Darnold didn't connect with on a frustrating night that prevented them from taking the top seed in the NFC.

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5 takeaways from the Vikings loss to the Lions in Week 18

The Minnesota Vikings met the Detroit Lions on Sunday night for a chance to win the NFC North. Instead, they got handled on

Detroit News · 1d

Final Drive: Lions' pass rush has clutch rebirth in win over Vikings

The Detroit Lions' pass rush feasted on the Minnesota Vikings in Sunday night's 31-9 win at Ford Field, forcing quarterback Sam Darnold into one of his worst performances of the season. He set a season-low in passing yards (166) and completion percentage (43.

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Sam Darnold’s Stock Peaking Despite Tough Week 18 for Minnesota Vikings

Despite his struggles in Week 18, the free agency market for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold remains highly ...

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Darnold and Vikings will look for answers instead of getting a playoff bye

The next time Minnesota stopped the Lions came with 27 seconds to play. Darnold took a knee, ending the game and sending the ...

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Aaron Glenn may have done Vikings a huge Sam Darnold favor in regular-season finale

Sam Darnold was on an unbelievable run with the Minnesota Vikings this season. He led them to a 14-2 record going into the ...

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Podcast: Patrick Reusse on the Vikings’ flop, Sam Darnold’s future and Anthony Edwards

Host Michael Rand was joined by Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse for a look back at the weekend in Minnesota sports, ...

Another national analyst thinks Vikings should trade J.J. McCarthy

Add ESPN's Mike Greenberg to the list of national commentators who have preposterously suggested the Minnesota Vikings should trade rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

How to Watch 2024 NFL Playoffs NFC Wild Card Round: Vikings vs. Rams online, streaming live, game time, TV channel

The Vikings fell to the Detroit Lions 31-9 in their last game. Last time out, the Rams lost 30-25 to the Seattle Seahawks.

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