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Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota Vikings
Your daily hit of Minnesota Vikings news, trade rumors, game reactions, and sharp takes on everything happening with your team, all in five minutes or less. Done before your coffee is. New hits drop throughout the day, every day, all year long. Your Team. Every Day.
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Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsFLORES vs ALLEN: Josh Allen and Joe Brady Haven't Seen THIS Brian Flores Defense Before
Josh Allen and Joe Brady will be facing Brian Flores for the first time as the Vikings defensive coordinator, which could be an advantage for Minnesota. Plus…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsCALM DOWN: There's NO NEED to Overreact to Justin Jefferson's Frustration
Justin Jefferson was frustrated last week, but his past suggests he's not going to let it linger. Plus, Sam Ekstrom unpacks the 19-year-long record set by…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsKEY MATCHUP: Beware of Deone Walker DESTROYING Will Fries on Monday
The Minnesota Vikings face a tough Buffalo Bills team Monday night with a huge defensive tackle that is taking the league by storm in Deone Walker. Plus, Sam…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsHAMSTRING HISTORY: Kyler Murray Had a DIFFICULT Hamstring Recovery Back in 2022
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray has a sore hamstring, and if it heals like it did in 2022, it could mean a multi-game absence. Plus, Sam Ekstrom wonders if…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTHE CATCH OF THE CENTURY: Remembering the INSANITY From Vikings-Bills 2022
The last time the Minnesota Vikings met the Buffalo Bills it was one of the great regular season games in NFL history. Sam Ekstrom believes the Justin…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTOUGHER TEST: The Buffalo Bills Will Be HARDER to Beat Than the Detroit Lions
The Minnesota Vikings are taking on another really high-functioning offense on Monday in the Buffalo Bills, who might be tougher than the Detroit Lions. Plus…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBEARING DOWN: The Minnesota Vikings NFC North Lead is SLIPPING
The Minnesota Vikings lead the NFC North by 0.5 games over the Chicago Bears following their win in Seattle on Monday Night Football. It feels like the Bears…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTRADE TALK: Where the Minnesota Vikings Need the MOST Help at the Trade Deadline
The Minnesota Vikings have a week left to make trade deadline moves, so does Sunday's loss increase their urgency at important positions? Plus, Jauan Jennings…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBENCH KYLER MURRAY? Minnesota Vikings Now Have to Choose Between Carson Wentz and Kyler Murray
The Minnesota Vikings lost their first game, and now are seemingly in a quandary with what to do about Kyler Murray. Is Carson Wentz a better option at QB, or…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBLAME GAME: I Can't Even Be MAD at the Minnesota Vikings Defense
The Minnesota Vikings defense folded in the fourth quarter, but it's tough to be upset with the #1 defense in the NFL when the offense mustered a measly 15…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsFINAL PREDICTION: This Could Be a WAKE-UP CALL Game For Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings are all set to take on the Detroit Lions in the Motor City. Sam Ekstrom gives his specific predictions and final score for this huge NFC…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMinnesota Vikings CAN'T AFFORD Any More Injuries on Offensive Line
The Minnesota Vikings have already lost Donovan Jackson, and Joe Huber is banged up with a knee issue. It creates a scary depth situation with only Caleb…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsKEEP BLITZING! Jahmyr Gibbs WON'T Hold Up Against Minnesota's Relentless Pressure
The Minnesota Vikings have been exposing running backs as blockers throughout the year, and they did so with Jahmyr Gibbs last year as well. That should be one…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSOLVING GIBBS: Minnesota Vikings SHUT DOWN Jahmyr Gibbs Last Year
The Minnesota Vikings shut down Jahmyr Gibbs last year, and now Gibbs is getting workhorse reps for the Lions. Can Minnesota continue their excellent run…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBIG TRADES: Minnesota Vikings Can't Get LEFT OUT As NFC Contenders Get Stronger
The Minnesota Vikings' top competitors in the NFC made moves Tuesday with Quenton Nelson going to the Seattle Seahawks and Deforest Buckner going to the San…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTIME TO THROW: Detroit Lions AWFUL Pass Defense Gives Kyler Murray an Opportunity
The Minnesota Vikings passing offense has a chance to get right against the worst pass defense in the league, but Minnesota didn't show much life against the…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMORE MASON? Jordan Mason SHOULD Be Able to Boost Minnesota Vikings Run Game
The Minnesota Vikings are trying to be run-first, but they're going to need more efficiency than they've had. Could a greater workload for Jordan Mason help…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSTILL STAGNANT: Minnesota Vikings DID NOT Show Any Adjustments Out of the Bye Week
The Minnesota Vikings offense looked mostly the same coming out of the bye, with only a couple subtle changes. On defense, Brian Flores found a way to blitz…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsINSTANT REGRET? J.J. McCarthy ALREADY Looks Comfortable With the New York Giants
The Minnesota Vikings traded away J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants, and he won his first start with a strong performance against Houston. Meanwhile, Kyler…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsNOW IT BEGINS: Minnesota Vikings NEED to LEVEL UP the Offense For Upcoming Stretch
The Minnesota Vikings are 6-0 but will have to level up their offensive performance to have a chance in their next four games. The defense, meanwhile…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsFINAL PREDICTION: Giving the EXACT Final Score of Sunday's Vikings-Colts Clash
Sam Ekstrom delivers his weekly specific predictions, including the final score of Sunday's game between the Minnesota Vikings and Indianapolis Colts. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTOP 5 LIST: Paul Allen's BEST Minnesota Vikings Calls Ahead of His 500th Game
Minnesota Vikings radio announcer is about to call his 500th game and will sound the Gjallarhorn ahead of Sunday's matchup. Sam Ekstrom relives Paul's top five…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsQB REGRETS, RANKED: Which Former Vikings QB Does Minnesota Regret Losing the Most?
J.J. McCarthy will become the fifth former Vikings starter to start across the NFL this year. Sam Ekstrom ranks the five in terms of Minnesota regret. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsGOTTA SEE MORE: Two Minnesota Vikings Defenders Who Can IMPROVE Off the Bye Week
Despite the top-ranked Minnesota Vikings defense, there are still a couple players that could improve coming off the bye week. Plus, Sam Ekstrom has a…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsHALL OF FAME TRADE TARGET? Quenton Nelson Would Be a HIGH-END Donovan Jackson Replacement
The Minnesota Vikings face a Hall of Fame left guard in Quenton Nelson on Sunday, but could Nelson also be a trade target for Minnesota at the deadline? Sam…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsKYLER'S NEXT LEVEL: How the Minnesota Vikings Are EXPANDING Kyler Murray's Skillset
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray is being asked to do two things more this year than he's ever done before: play-action and under center. It could explain why…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsADVANTAGE VIKINGS: Indianapolis Colts Have SERIOUS Injury Questions
The Minnesota Vikings face a banged-up Indianapolis Colts teams on Sunday with serious injury questions at tight end and corner. Plus, Jordan Mason's return to…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsJONATHAN TAYLOR? Minnesota Vikings Could TRADE For Star Indianapolis Colts' RB
The Indianapolis Colts fired their GM and could be prepared to trade assets if the Minnesota Vikings beat them on Sunday. Could some of their pieces end up…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSHAMBLES: The Minnesota Vikings Next Opponent is LIMPING Into U.S. Bank Stadium
The Indianapolis Colts lost a horrible game to the Tennessee Titans and then fired their GM. They become the latest team to play the Minnesota Vikings with…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBLOCKBUSTER? Analyzing the MANY Factors of a Justin Herbert Trade
Justin Herbert to the Minnesota Vikings has gained some traction, so Sam Ekstrom begins evaluating the variables at play in what will become a multi-part…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsCLIMBING THE RANKINGS: Minnesota Vikings As High As THIRD in NFL Power Rankings
The Minnesota Vikings are slowly earning some national respect. Sam Ekstrom evaluates the ESPN, Yahoo, and CBS Sports power rankings to see how they view the…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsDEADLINE BUYERS? Nolan Teasley SHOULDN'T BE SHY Finding Talent at the Trade Deadline
The Minnesota Vikings have three more games to play before the trade deadline, which will give them a big opportunity to fortify a possible Super Bowl roster…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMOUNT RUSHMORE: These Are the TOP FOUR Minnesota Vikings So Far
Sam Ekstrom lays out his top four Minnesota Vikings through their first five games, with representatives on offense, defense, AND special teams. Photo Credit…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsGET IT RIGHT: The Minnesota Vikings DID NOT Let Daniel Jones "Walk Out the Door"
The Minnesota Vikings lost Daniel Jones in free agency two offseasons ago, but it was not for lack of trying as Jones went to the Indianapolis Colts instead…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsNOT MISSED: Minnesota Vikings Are THRIVING Despite Losing These Veterans
The Minnesota Vikings cut three key veterans on defense in the offseason, which seemed controversial at the time. Through five games, nobody is missing those…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBREAKING: Jauan Jennings TRADE RUMOR Emerges From Ian Rapoport
Struggling Minnesota Vikings WR Jauan Jennings could be on the trade block, per Ian Rapoport, after Jennings' ineffective first five games. The Vikings worked…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsHEALTH HELPS: Minnesota Vikings Elite Defense Has Been TOTALLY Healthy So Far
The Minnesota Vikings defense has barely had a single man go down through the first five weeks. Contrast that to the offense that has lost key players every…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsOFFENSE ASCENDING: Kyler Murray Has the Minnesota Vikings Offense On the Rise
The Minnesota Vikings has been maligned through the first five games of the season, but looking at Kyler Murray's first three-game sample, there are definite…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMOBILE MURRAY: Kyler Murray FINALLY Showcased How Valuable His Legs Can Be
The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 at the bye week thanks in part to a solid Kyler Murray performance where he accounted for 280 yards, 51 of them with his legs…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTOUCHDOWN SCORERS: T.J. Hockenson AND Justin Jefferson Will Find the End Zone Sunday
The Minnesota Vikings will beat the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, and Sam Ekstrom gives you his exact predictions, including who scores the TDs, how many field…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsPASSIVE MURRAY? Kyler Murray Has Yet to Be *Electric* in First Two Games
Some fans expected a more electric QB experience with Kyler Murray, but Murray has been passive through his first two full games in a Minnesota Vikings jersey…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTURNER TIME: Dallas Turner Should GO OFF Against New Orleans Saints Backup Left Tackle
Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Dallas Turner should have another chance for a big game against backup left tackle Asim Richards. Plus, which corner is most…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsWATCH THE RUSH! Chase Young Could FEAST Against a Backup Vikings Tackle
The Minnesota Vikings are likely down two linemen and are facing one of the best pass rushers in the league in Chase Young. Sam Ekstrom identifies Young and…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsPENDING COLLAPSE? Minnesota Vikings Have Similarities to 2016 Team
The 2016 Minnesota Vikings started 5-0 before collapsing, and the 2026 Vikings have some early signs they could be headed down a similar road. Can Kevin…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsFLORES WATCH: Brian Flores' BLITZ BARRAGE Should Overwhelm Tyler Shough
The Minnesota Vikings face a young QB in Tyler Shough on Sunday who has never faced a Brian Flores blitz scheme before. Plus, a look at the New Orleans Saints…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsINJURY AVALANCHE: Minnesota Vikings Offense is DEPLETED By Myriad Injuries
The Minnesota Vikings have been losing a player or two every week on offense, and they're entering Week 5 extremely short-handed. Can they withstand these…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsWILL THE THRILL: The Minnesota Vikings Have the BEST Kicker in the NFL
Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard hasn't missed a kick this year and has become the top kicker in the NFL. Sam Ekstrom revisits his last two years of…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsOFFENSIVE MVP: Aaron Jones Has Been VITAL to Minnesota Vikings Offense
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones was thrown into a workhorse role in Week 2 and has been critical to chew up yards and run the clock on an ailing offense. Sam…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSTILL UGLY: Minnesota Vikings AILING Offense Limps Past Miami Dolphins
The Minnesota Vikings are somehow 4-0, but the offense stayed punchless in a 15-10 win over the Miami Dolphins. Penalties galore, indecisive QB play, and…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsOFFENSE LEVELS UP: Minnesota Vikings Offense Will GET ON TRACK Against the Miami Dolphins
The Minnesota Vikings offense has a chance to get right against an inexperienced Miami Dolphins defense. Sam Ekstrom has predictions about Kyler Murray, Jauan…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsDEEP DIVE: Why The Minnesota Vikings Are STRUGGLING on Third Downs
The Minnesota Vikings are 31st in third down percentage, so Sam Ekstrom does a deep dive into the numbers and discovers how much the run game is really letting…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMANAGING MALIK: Can Malik Willis Upset the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday?
Malik Willis is getting his first real crack as a bonafide QB1 for the Miami Dolphins. Can he spring an upset against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday? Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsWHO TO PICK ON: The Miami Dolphins Are YOUNG and VULNERABLE
There should be several areas where the Minnesota Vikings can exploit the young Miami Dolphins. Sam Ekstrom lays out a couple key vulnerabilities they will…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsNEED MORE HARRY: When to Expect a BIGGER ROLE For Harrison Smith
The Minnesota Vikings have eased in Harrison Smith since his return from pseudo retirement, but when can we expect to see more of him? Sam Ekstrom discusses…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsINACCURATE MURRAY: What I Learned Watching Every Kyler Murray Dropback From Sunday's Game
Kyler Murray struggled mightily on Sunday in the Vikings' 23-16 win, and his inaccuracy might've been the biggest issue. Plus, Jordan Addison should've had 200…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMISHAPS: Where the Minnesota Vikings Went Wrong With J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings traded J.J. McCarthy Monday after a 2.5 year saga of miscalculations in McCarthy's development. Photo Credit: Imagn Images Support us by…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsOUCH: Josh Oliver's Injury a BLOW to the Run Game
Josh Oliver AND Justin Jefferson were injured in Sunday's win. The Josh Oliver injury could be long-term, while it's yet to be determined how severe Justin…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTRADE! The Minnesota Vikings Got a SURPRISING Return For J.J. McCarthy
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy was dealt to the New York Giants for a fifth-round pick on Monday. Sam Ekstrom expresses his surprise at the deal, why it…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsDISCOURAGING WIN: Kyler Murray Did NOT Look Prepared in Return as Starting QB
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray struggled for most of Sunday's win against the Tampa Bay Bucs, leaving a unsatisfying feeling despite the 3-0 start. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsPACKERS STINK? Green Bay's Struggles Are Opening the Door For the Vikings to Win the NFC North
The Green Bay Packers lost an ugly one in Week 3 and sit 1-2 through three weeks with some concerning offensive trends. All good for the Vikings, who sit at…