T.J. Hockenson Scores Lone Vikings TD In Defeat

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson brought in all five of his targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's loss to the Los Angeles Rams. The 27-year-old was able to break free for a nifty 26-yard catch-and-run late in the third quarter, but that would be the team's only TD -- and […]

Jordan Addison Locked Up By LAR

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison caught 3-of-8 targets for 29 yards in his team's 27-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. It was a forgettable day for the entire Vikings offense, as quarterback Sam Darnold was put in the dirt on nine occasions. Addison was the intended target on […]

Justin Jefferson Corrals Five Passes On Monday Night

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson brought in 5-of-8 targets for 58 yards in his team's Wild Card loss to the Los Angeles Rams. The fantasy stalwart tied fellow wideout Jordan Addison for the team lead in targets but was mostly shut down by a stingy Rams defense. It was a rough day for the […]

Aaron Jones A Non-Factor In Wild-Card Loss

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones rushed 13 times for 48 yards and hauled in 3-of-6 targets for an additional 12 yards in their 27-9 defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Rams. The 30-year-old again dominated backfield touches for the Vikings but didn't have much to show for it. Jones was actually decent […]

Sam Darnold Falls Flat Again In Loss To Rams

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold completed 25-of-40 passes for 245 yards and one touchdown in Monday night's 27-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He'd add 19 yards on four carries, tossed one interception, was sacked nine times, and coughed up a fumble that was returned for a TD. Ouch. There's no getting around it: […]

Mike McCarthy Set For Meeting With Chicago

Per Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk, former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy is scheduled to interview with the Chicago Bears on Wednesday for their head-coaching position. Chicago has cast a wide net in search of their next HC, already having interviewed nine candidates, with another nine interviews requested. McCarthy can now be added […]

Tyler Higbee Downgraded To Out

Per Adam Grosbard of the team, Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (chest) has officially been ruled out for Monday's Wild Card matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. Higbee exited the game early in the second quarter and was initially ruled doubtful about returning. However, he was not well enough to do so after halftime. […]

Deion Sanders In Talks With Cowboys About Head-Coaching Vacancy

According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, University of Colorado head coach Deion Sanders has been in talks with Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones regarding their open position at head coach. It's intriguing news, considering that less than two months ago, Sanders was on record stating that he would stay put at his current gig. […]

Tyler Higbee Doubtful To Return Vs. Vikings

Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (chest) exited Monday night's matchup with the Minnesota Vikings and is doubtful to return. The 32-year-old was busy to start this one, reeling in all five of his targets for 58 yards through the first quarter and change. It's unfortunate news for the veteran, who just returned from […]

Jonah Elliss Picks Up Shoulder Injury Vs. Bills

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonah Elliss (shoulder) sustained a shoulder injury in Sunday's 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills and did not return. The 21-year-old was initially deemed questionable to return after injuring his shoulder in the second quarter. However, as the second half began, he was ruled out. While the extent of the injury is […]

Alec Anderson Injures Calf In Wild-Card Win

Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Alec Anderson (calf) exited his team's 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos and did not return on Sunday. Buffalo ran out six or more offensive linemen on 22.2% of their offensive plays in the victory -- their third-highest rate of the season. Anderson was utilized heavily in those formations early on […]

Raiders "Enamored" With Ben Johnson

According to the NFL's Ian Rapoport, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is a "name to watch" regarding the Las Vegas Raiders head-coaching job. Johnson is a highly sought-after candidate yet again in the coaching cycle, which comes as little surprise considering the success he's bolstered since taking over the position for the team. Since […]

Josh Myers Believed To Have Hairline Leg Fracture

Green Bay Packers center Josh Myers (leg) exited his team's 22-10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild-Card round and did not return. The former second-round pick was a victim of friendly fire, as fellow offensive lineman Kadeem Telfort was pushed into him, resulting in an injury to his leg. Per Rob Demovsky of […]

Vikings D/ST A Solid Wild-Card Option

The Minnesota Vikings defense/special teams is a solid play against the Los Angeles Rams, albeit with a slightly diminished ceiling. Minnesota's defense was a turnover machine this year, and it was elite against opposing offenses' rushing attacks. In addition to leading the league in turnovers forced with 33 (24 INTs), the Vikings shut down opponent's […]

Will Reichard Making Playoff Debut Against Rams

Minnesota Vikings placekicker Will Reichard is a solid option this Monday night when he lines up with the Los Angeles Rams on the road. It's been a tale of two halves for the 24-year-old in his debut campaign. Reichard was excellent early in the year – missing nary a kick in his first seven appearances. […]

T.J. Hockenson A Top Option For Monday Night

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson is a strong play on the road this Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams. The 27-year-old is coming off his worst outing since returning from injured reserve in early November – totaling two receptions and nine yards on eight targets in Minnesota's loss to the Lions. His output […]

Jalen Nailor An Intriguing Dart Throw Vs. Rams

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor will be a low-floor WR2 this Monday night when he squares off against the Los Angeles Rams on the road. The Michigan State alum was one of the more productive Vikings skill players in last week's loss to the Detroit Lions – notching the second-most receiving yards behind fellow […]

Jordan Addison In Play As A WR1

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison will line up for his first career playoff start against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night. The 22-year-old's 2024 was an improvement from his debut campaign despite a dip in statistics. However, he'd likely have set new career highs across the board had he not missed two games […]

Aaron Jones Ready To Rock For Monday Night

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (quad) carries no designation into his road tilt with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football. The 30-year-old has been bothered by a quad injury for a few weeks now, but he's yet to be inactive. It's excellent news, too, as backfield mate Cam Akers (illness) popped up […]

Justin Jefferson An Elite WR1 Option

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is a locked-in WR1 for Monday night's road tilt with the Los Angeles Rams. The superstar wideout is coming off a three-catch, 54-yard outing in the team's Week 18 loss to the Lions – marking his lowest reception total of 2024. It wasn't just him, as the entire Vikings […]

Sam Darnold Looking To Bounce Back Vs. Rams

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (quad) will get his first career playoff start this Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams on the road. Darnold sustained a mild quad injury in last weekend's loss to the Detroit Lions but he is all systems go for the Wild Card round after practicing fully. The 27-year-old is […]

Mike Edwards Questionable Vs. Washington

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Mike Edwards (quad) is officially questionable for Sunday's Wild-Card matchup with the visiting Washington Commanders. The Kentucky product sustained a quadricep injury in Tampa Bay's 27-19 win over the New Orleans Saints, logging back-to-back limited sessions to start the week. However, he'd upgrade his participation to a full practice on Friday […]

Ty Chandler Pops Up With DNP

Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler (illness) was listed as a non-participant for Friday's team practice. With the Vikings slated to square off with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night, their first practice this week was on Thursday. The 26-year-old was a full participant to kick off the week but was tagged as a […]

Eli Apple Activate From Injured Reserve

Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Eli Apple (hamstring) was activated from Injured Reserve on Friday in anticipation of their road tilt with the Houston Texans on Saturday. He is officially questionable. The former Ohio State Buckeye hadn't garnered his first snap this season until Week 9 but was placed on IR after suffering a hamstring […]

Chris Jones Back At Practice

Per Matt McMullen of the team, Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones (calf) returned to practice on Friday. The 30-year-old picked up a calf injury in Kansas City's Week 16 win over the Houston Texans that would force him to miss the ensuing two contests. It's excellent news for the Chiefs, as Jones was […]

Lavonte David Limited With Knee Injury

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (knee) logged a limited session to kick off the week ahead of Sunday's matchup with the visiting Washington Commanders. The veteran evidently picked up a knee injury in Week 18's 27-19 win over the New Orleans Saints, though he did not miss any snaps. There's been no further report […]

Chris Boswell Tagged With DNP

Pittsburgh Steelers placekicker Chris Boswell (illness) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice. The 33-year-old could log a full session on Tuesday but evidently caught something overnight and was unavailable a day later. It's been an incredible season for the veteran -- drilling all 35 extra-point tries while failing to connect on only three […]

Malik Willis Limited With Thumb Injury

Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (thumb) was a limited participant in Wednesday's team practice. Both he and starting quarterback Jordan Love (elbow) picked up injuries in last Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Chicago Bears, and both kicked off the week with a limited session. Despite being listed as limited, the sentiment surrounding the QBs […]

MarShawn Lloyd's Season Over Due To Hamstring Injury

Per Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd (appendix, hamstring) has been transferred to injured reserve, and his season is officially over. The 24-year-old was moved to injured reserve from the reserve/non-football illness list after recovering from appendicitis but still experiencing issues with his hamstring. It's a lost […]

Tim Patrick A Non-Factor In Week 18 Win

Detroit Lions wide receiver Tim Patrick snagged both of his targets for 15 yards in his team's 31-9 win over the Minnesota Vikings on SNF. The veteran was again not deployed much as his team cruised to victory -- ranking fifth on the Lions with each of his statistical totals. Patrick was involved in the […]