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Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota Vikings
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Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota Vikings3 OFFICIAL PREDICTIONS For Minnesota Vikings at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Get your specific Minnesota Vikings predictions for Sunday's game, including T.J. Hockenson's day, a handful of firsts, Will Reichard's impact, Jalen Redmond's…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBIG GAME COMING: T.J. Hockenson Should Be a MAJOR Weapon Against the Buccaneers Defense
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have struggled against tight ends, so T.J. Hockenson could have a big day. Plus, why the Vikings are equipped to win in different wins…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsDRAFT DO-OVER: Antoine Winfield Jr. NEEDED to Be a Minnesota Vikings Draft Pick
The Minnesota Vikings face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday and face former Gopher and son of a Vikings legend Antoine Winfield Jr. Plus, Sam Ekstrom looks at a…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBIG MONEY: Jalen Redmond Could Be Staring at a HUGE Payday
Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Jalen Redmond is dominating again in 2026, which could set him up for a bigtime negotiation as a restricted free agent…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsABSURD IDEA: A J.J. McCarthy Trade to the New York Giants Doesn't Make Sense
A New York reporter suggested J.J. McCarthy should be deal to the New York Giants, but that notion is silly for several reasons. Photo Credit: Matt Krohn -…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSLOPPY BUCS: Minnesota Vikings Should Have Advantage Over 0-2 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Minnesota Vikings look to go 3-0 against an 0-2 Tampa Bay Buccaneers team that has NOT been sharp in the early season. Photo Credit: Kim Klement - Imagn…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsNEXT MEN UP: Caleb Banks and Myles Price Got PROMOTED
With injuries starting to pop up, the Minnesota Vikings turned to a couple young players in bigger roles Sunday in Chicago. Photo Credit: Matt Krohn - Imagn…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsOFFENSIVE UPSIDE: We Still Haven't Seen What the Minnesota Vikings Can Do With Kyler Murray
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 but hardly have a sample of what their offense will look like with Kyler Murray at the helm. Carson Wentz picked up two wins, but…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSTIFLING: Brian Flores' Defense OWNS Chicago Bears in 9-3 Minnesota Vikings Win
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Chicago Bears 9-3 thanks to an amazing rush play on Caleb Williams and a couple clutch plays in their own red zone. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsWHAT'S AT STAKE: How a Win Sunday Sets Up a Possible 5-0 Vikings Start
The Minnesota Vikings have a forgiving schedule after the Chicago Bears game. Winning on Sunday could set the table for a dream beginning of the season. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsGROUND AND POUND: Minnesota Vikings MUST Manage the Clock to Upset the Chicago Bears
The Minnesota Vikings have to run the game and control the clock to win this game over the Chicago Bears, but how will the Vikings manage Aaron Jones' workload…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsCASH IN: Nolan Teasley SHOULD'VE Given Blake Cashman an Extension
Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman is in a contract year, and would've been deserving of a raise before the season began. Photo Credit: Imagn Images Support us…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSUBTERFUGE: Kyler Murray's Health Update May Be a Smokescreen
Kyler Murray is reportedly doing well in the concussion protocol, but Carson Wentz should still be the starter on Sunday. If anything, Kevin O'Connell is…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsDRAFT REGRETS? Dillon Thieneman Could Make the Minnesota Vikings Want a Draft Redo
The Minnesota Vikings drafted Caleb Banks over Dillon Thieneman in the draft, and now they'll face Thieneman Sunday as a member of the Chicago Bears. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsFLORES VS. CALEB: The Minnesota Vikings Should Keep the BLITZ Coming Against Caleb Williams
After blitzing Jordan Love almost 90% of the time in Week 1, Brian Flores and the Minnesota Vikings should keep the blitz coming against another dangerous…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsWIN THE TRENCHES: Minnesota Vikings Should Put Pressure on Chicago Bears Center Garrett Bradbury
The Minnesota Vikings could take advantage of the matchup with their former center Garrett Bradbury, who is not for his strength as a pass blocker. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsWHAT WE LEARNED: Surprising Playing Time Decisions We Saw From the Minnesota #Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings finally executed their regular season plan, and we got to see how they intend to use certain players. Sam Ekstrom breaks down the…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsMURRAY OUT, WENTZ IN: QB Play Left Lots to Be Desired For Minnesota Vikings in Week 1
Despite the Minnesota Vikings' Week 1 win, both QBs that played left a lot on the table. Plus, Sam Ekstrom shouts out the Vikings' front seven for an excellent…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBLITZ BARRAGE: Brian Flores Blitzed Jordan Love 90 PERCENT OF THE TIME
Minnesota Vikings DC Brian Flores sent extra pressure on almost 90 percent of snaps as Jordan Love got flustered late in Minnesota's 39-22 win. Photo Credit…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsDOUBLE-DIGIT WINS: Making My Official Minnesota Vikings Record Prediction
Sam Ekstrom wraps up his pre-season predictions with an argument for Kyler Murray's Comeback Player of the Year candidacy, followed by his Vikings win total…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsUGH: J.J. McCarthy is NOT Coming Back From This Latest Demotion
J.J. McCarthy is officially the QB3, a place from which he's unlikely to recover, and the demotion doesn't improve the optics on Kyler Murray either. Plus…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsProjecting Justin Jefferson's EXACT Stat Line For 2026
Sam Ekstrom predicts Justin Jefferson's exact stats for 2026, plus tells you why Charles Demmings will take over as the starter as his pre-season predictions…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsPREDICTION: Donovan Jackson Will Be the BEST Minnesota Vikings O-Lineman This Year!
Sam Ekstrom continues his prediction series with predictions about T.J. Hockenson and Donovan Jackson heading into 2026. Photo Credit: Matt Krohn - Imagn…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsEXPLOIT THESE GUYS: Vikings Will Take Advantage of These Two Raw Packers Starters
The Minnesota Vikings could get some favorable matchups against rookie CB Brandon Cisse and first-time starting RG Jacob Monk. Photo Credit: Imagn Images…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsKEY MATCHUPS: Tucker Kraft and Devonte Wyatt Are CRITICAL to Stop on Sunday
Sam Ekstrom gives two players to watch closely for the Green Bay Packers on Sunday: Tucker Kraft off a knee injury, and Devonte Wyatt off a contract extension…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBIG PREDICTIONS: Myles Price Pulls a Cordarrelle Patterson | Will Reichard Makes From 65+
Continuing with preseason predictions, Sam Ekstrom believes Myles Price is going to do something special this year, while Will Reichard will break his own…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsHOT TAKE: Dallas Turner Will Make the Pro Bowl in 2026
Sam Ekstrom makes two big predictions on the Minnesota Vikings, including a Dallas Turner Pro Bowl season and when Harrison Smith makes his return. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSURPRISE: This Rookie Draft Pick Might Play the Most in Week 1 For the Minnesota Vikings
Sam Ekstrom has a surprising thought as to which rookie draft pick will get the most snaps in Week 1 vs the Green Bay Packers. Photo Credit: Imagn Images…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsVINDICATION? Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's Draft Picks Are Suddenly Ready to Contribute!
Now that he's been fired, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah could see half a dozen of his draft picks take the next step with big promotions on the Vikings roster. Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBRANDEL GAMBLE: Why the Blake Brandel at Center WILL Pay Off For the Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings are counting on Blake Brandel's ability to learn the center position. Sam Ekstrom lays out the concerns, but also the signs he believes…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBACKING IT UP: Eric Wilson Has New Pressure After Signing Bigger Offseason Deal
Eric Wilson was one of the best stories on the Minnesota Vikings last year, but now that he's a highly-paid starter will he back up the contract at age 32?…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsINTERESTING CUTS: Minnesota Vikings Had a Clear Strategy With Max Brosmer and Dillon Bell Moves
The Minnesota Vikings brought in two offensive linemen and waived Max Brosmer and Dillon Bell the day after cuts. Sam Ekstrom explains the logic in the moves…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsTRADE PENDING? The Minnesota Vikings Should Trade J.J. McCarthy to the L.A. Chargers
The Minnesota Vikings seem to be on the verge of dealing J.J. McCarthy despite him making the initial 53-man roster, and the Los Angeles Chargers would be a…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSURPRISES: These Two Minnesota Vikings Decisions Caught Me Off Guard!
The Minnesota Vikings finalized their initial 53-man roster, and there were two position battle results that surprised Sam Ekstrom! Running back Demond…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSWAN SONG: T.J. Hockenson is Playing His Final Year With the Vikings
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson is in a contract year, and it makes salary cap sense if this is his final year in purple. Sam Ekstrom breaks down also why…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsNAUSEATING: Sean Payton Actually Got It Right With Bo Nix Over J.J. McCarthy
Mortal Minnesota Vikings enemy Sean Payton actually came out on top in the Bo Nix - J.J. McCarthy draft. That should ruin Vikings fans' days. Photo Credit…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsEXTEND THEM! Nolan Teasley Needs to Lock Up These Minnesota Vikings Before the Season
The Minnesota Vikings have a bevy of veterans with expiring contracts. Nolan Teasley already extended Brian O'Neill but consider a couple more extensions in…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsROSTER BATTLES! Two Minnesota Vikings BATTLES TO WATCH on Friday Night vs Denver Broncos
The Minnesota Vikings will decide their final roster battles after Friday night's game in Denver. Sam Ekstrom weighs in on the battles at edge between Chaz…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsRB3 RACE: Zavier Scott Should Win the Job Over Demond Claiborne
Rookie draft pick Demond Claiborne has gotten a ton of looks this preseason, but Sam Ekstrom says Zavier Scott should be the Viking who wins the RB3 job…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsROSTER LOCKS: A Rapid-Fire 53-Man Projection For the Minnesota Vikings
It's roster cutdown week for the Minnesota Vikings. Sam Ekstrom gives you his rapid-fire 53-man roster in less than five minutes. #minnesotavikings Photo…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsB-FLO'S FLAW: Young Minnesota Vikings CBs RARELY Develop
Brian Flores has had ample success with the Minnesota Vikings, but he's yet to develop a quality home-grown corner. #minnesotavikings #brianflores #cornerbacks…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsSKEPTICAL: I'll Believe It When I See It With the Minnesota Vikings Run Game
It's been four years of talk but few results with the Minnesota Vikings run game. Is this finally the year it comes together with a healthy offensive line…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsFAST RISERS: Two Curt Cignetti Players are the BIGGEST SURPRISES on the Minnesota Vikings Roster
National championship winning coach Curt Cignetti coached up two current Minnesota Vikings at different colleges that are primed to contribute to the Vikings…
Locked On Vikings Hit - Quick Takes on the Minnesota VikingsBUST? J.J. McCarthy's Value to the Minnesota Vikings is TANKING
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has struggled through two preseason games, has lost the QB1 competition to Kyler Murray, and may lose the QB2 competition to…
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