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Like many teams, the Vikings were counting on one of their backup linebackers to play a key role on special teams last weekend against New Orleans. Yet when Dontarrious Thomas was thrust into the starting lineup -- and then strained his hamstring during practice -- special teams suddenly dropped in priority.
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Kenechi Udeze won't play for the Vikings on Sunday in Atlanta, and his absence could be extended. The starting left defensive end is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Wednesday.
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Too many injuries Offense too inconsistent
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When Robert Smith abruptly retired from the NFL after the 2000 season, television networks immediately expressed interest in adding him to their football coverage.
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Free safety Darren Sharper appears certain to sit out his second consecutive game Sunday because of a knee injury.
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Keith Newman's name isn't atop the Vikings' depth chart at linebacker. But three weeks into the season, he's creeping to the top of opponents' scouting reports.
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Vikings defensive end Lance Johnstone was seeking a second opinion Tuesday on what is apparently a serious injury to his right shoulder, but early indications were that Johnstone would be able to play with the ailment.
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Shut down Atlanta's running game Vikings should throw deep early and often
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Up next: Vikings (1-2) vs. Falcons (2-1), 3:15 p.m., Sunday, Georgia Dome, Ch. 9, 1130-AM, 107.9 FM.
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Scattered glimpses of the future seemed evident Monday at Winter Park, even as the Vikings celebrated their first victory of the season. Twelve days from today, the Vikings will enjoy their bye weekend -- a tantalizing timeframe that should impact the way they approach this weekend's game at Atlanta.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Everyone knows what Michael Vick can do with his legs. Now the Atlanta Falcons' dynamic quarterback is showing he can win games with his arm, too.
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As he stood in a corner of the Vikings locker room Sunday, a wide grin filling his face, Zygi Wilf clutched a football tightly to his chest. The Vikings owner had waited three weeks for his first game ball, a delay that at times seemed indefinite for even the most patient of men, and he held the pigskin in a death grip.
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With Hurricane Katrina bearing down on Louisiana, the New Orleans Saints boarded a plane Aug. 28 for their preseason game at Oakland.
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In their continuing quest to get off the field on third down, the Vikings began this season with a new starter on their defensive line, two more in the secondary and a new and unusual title for assistant coach Chuck Knox Jr.
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Rusty Tillman expressed a typically blunt answer Thursday while discussing the state of the Vikings' kickoff return game.
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Stick with Mewelde Moore Patience, Troy Williamson will get up to speed
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The Vikings defense continues to struggle on third downs. Here are key figures on third down this year, compared to the first two games of 2004 (a home victory over Dallas and a Monday night loss at Philadelphia):
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Running back Michael Bennett resumed his role as the Vikings' nominal starting running back Wednesday, but his long-term future with the organization remains unclear.
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The Vikings are missing the contributions of a certain big-play receiver -- they've been losing since he left. And there's no chance of his return.
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It's fair to say that Anoka County on Tuesday gave the Minnesota Vikings a better reception than the current winless squad might expect when it sprints onto the Metrodome turf Sunday. Then again, maybe that's not saying much.
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Steve Loney made a generous, if not acrobatic, offer Monday. Responding to reports that he might soon give up his playcalling duties, the Vikings' genial offensive coordinator suggested he could keep himself busy regardless.
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The Minnesota Vikings hope to build a $675 million retractable-roof stadium in Blaine under an agreement the team has reached with Anoka County.
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Vikings quarterback Daunte Culpepper played Sunday's game at Cincinnati despite an injured right knee that has caused mild concern within the Vikings organization.
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Star Trek fans will recall fondly the way their heroes described unexplainable, mysterious irregularities they encountered while seeking new worlds and new civilizations. Anomaly ... as in, Captain, the anomaly appears to be growing. There is no logical explanation for its existence. But at its current rate, it will consume this vessel in 1.9 seconds.
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Anthony Herrera had every reason to feel good when he walked into the Vikings' team meeting on the evening of Saturday, Aug. 13. A day earlier, he had surprised himself and impressed his coaches with a strong debut at center in the Vikings' 27-16 preseason victory against Kansas City.
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The emblem on Chris Kluwe's shorts was testament to the fact that job security doesn't come easily for rookie punters in the NFL.
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