Minnesota Vikings
LT signs with Jets, Browns trade Quinn to Broncos
Mar 15, 2010 04:33 EDT
Tomlinson signs with Jets, Browns trade Quinn and Wimbley. LaDainian Tomlinson found a new home, while the Cleveland Browns cleaned house.
Tomlinson signs 2-year deal with Jets
Mar 14, 2010 22:36 EDT
RB LaDainian Tomlinson chooses Jets over Vikings, signs 2-year deal. LaDainian Tomlinson is bolting for the Big Apple.
Tomlinson signs 2-year deal with Jets
Mar 14, 2010 19:51 EDT
RB LaDainian Tomlinson chooses Jets over Vikings, signs 2-year deal. The Jets have signed running back LaDainian Tomlinson to a two-year contract, adding an aging star to an offense that ranked No. 1 in rushing last season.
Court case over NFL suspensions set for May ruling
Mar 13, 2010 11:58 EST
Lawyers for the National Football League and two players made closing arguments on Friday in a court case over a four-game suspension that finally figures to be decided in May.
Childress testifies at Williamses' drug lawsuit
Mar 12, 2010 18:28 EST
Testifying at players' doping trial, Vikings coach Childress says he didn't leak test results. After more than a year and a half of legal maneuvering in their closely watched labor 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.
Tomlinson leaves Vikings, headed to Jets
Mar 12, 2010 01:20 EST
AP Sources: Tomlinson leaves Vikings without deal, headed to visit Jets. 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 sign kickoff specialist Rhys Lloyd
Mar 09, 2010 16:38 EST
Vikings bring in former Gophers leg Rhys Lloyd to handle kickoffs instead of Longwell. The Minnesota Vikings have signed kickoff specialist Rhys Lloyd to a two-year contract.
Clijsters juggling motherhood, tennis in return
Mar 09, 2010 12:11 EST
'Takes a lot of energy': Clijsters trying to juggle tennis, motherhood in 1st full year back. Kim Clijsters is still adjusting to her second career as a tennis player.
Court told NFL sanctions inconsistent
Mar 08, 2010 17:20 EST
The lawyer for two Minnesota Vikings players who tested positive for a diuretic banned under the NFL's anti-doping policy told a judge on Monday that the rules are applied inconsistently.
Rams sign DT Fred Robbins
Mar 08, 2010 17:00 EST
Rams sign DT Fred Robbins, who played under Spagnuolo for the Giants. The St. Louis Rams have made their second free-agent signing of the offseason, reaching a deal with veteran defensive tackle Fred Robbins.
Court told NFL sanctions inconsistent
Mar 08, 2010 14:40 EST
The lawyer for two Minnesota Vikings players who tested positive for a banned diuretic told a judge on Monday that the NFL's anti-doping rules are applied inconsistently.
Vikings vs. NFL goes to trial Monday
Mar 07, 2010 09:42 EST
Vikings players will take on NFL's drug policy in trial set to begin on Monday in Minnesota. More than a year after two Minnesota Vikings sued the NFL over its anti-doping procedures, the closely watched case heads to trial Monday with sports leagues worried the outcome will hurt their ability to enforce drug policies across the country.
Cards get Rhodes; Pennington staying in Miami
Mar 06, 2010 22:35 EST
Cards acquire S Kerry Rhodes from Jets; Pennington staying with Dolphins. On the second day of the NFL's free agent signing period, the Arizona Cardinals went the trade route to fill a big need.
Redskins make 1st FA signing, add OL Artis Hicks
Mar 06, 2010 20:21 EST
Redskins make 1st free agent signing, add offensive lineman Artis Hicks. The Washington Redskins have signed their first free agent of 2010, addressing their thin offensive line by adding Artis Hicks.
Bears ink Peppers as new salary era begins
Mar 06, 2010 04:57 EST
Star defensive end Julius Peppers signed a six-year deal worth 91.5 million dollars with the Chicago Bears on Friday as the National Football League entered a new era without a salary cap.
Raiders sign Barnes to 1-year deal
Mar 05, 2010 23:17 EST
Raiders bring back free agent OL Khalif Barnes with 1-year deal. The Oakland Raiders re-signed free agent offensive lineman Khalif Barnes to a one-year contract on Friday.
Bears win Julius Peppers sweepstakes
Mar 05, 2010 21:29 EST
Bears land Julius Peppers; RB Chester Taylor agrees to 4-year contract with Chicago. Anxious all week, Julius Peppers was finally getting some sleep at home in Charlotte when he found out just how serious the Chicago Bears were about acquiring him.
Vikings don't have glaring needs, but RB is a must
Mar 05, 2010 18:18 EST
Vikes don't have glaring needs as NFL offseason begins, but new backup running back now a must. Chester Taylor joined one of Minnesota's division rivals Friday, leaving the Vikings to find a replacement for their valuable, versatile backup running back.
AP Source: Bears, RB Taylor agree on deal
Mar 05, 2010 15:07 EST
Person with knowledge of the negotiation: Bears, RB Chester Taylor agree to 4-year contract. A person with knowledge of the negotiation says Vikings running back Chester Taylor has agreed to a four-year, $12.5 million contract with division rival Chicago that includes $7 million in guaranteed money.
Favre says he hasn't decided about playing again
Mar 04, 2010 21:00 EST
In 'Tonight Show' appearance, Favre says he hasn't decided about playing next season. Brett Favre said Thursday he still hasn't decided whether he'll play again next season ? and doesn't expect to make an announcement anytime soon.
Wire Headlines
- Dr. says Beckham's Achilles' tendon totally torn
- Iran plans reduce cultural relations with Britain
- Former friend of Kampusch kidnapper faces charges
- German hospital: Egypt's Mubarak recovering well
- US envoy cancels Mideast trip amid US-Israel feud
- Officials: US missile attack kills 9 in Pakistan
- Army drops bayonets, busts abs in training revamp
- China says missing lawyer sentenced for subversion
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| Established 1961 Play in Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome Minneapolis, Minnesota Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota | |||||
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| Team colors | Purple, Gold, White
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| Fight song | Skol, Vikings | ||||
| Mascot | Viktor the Viking, Ragnar | ||||
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| Owner(s) | Zygi Wilf | ||||
| General manager | Rick Spielman | ||||
| Head coach | Brad Childress | ||||
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| The Vikes, The Purple, Purple Pride, The Purple People Eaters, The Purple and Gold | |||||
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