Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick
Dan Bailey kicked a 23-yard field goal with 1:49 left in overtime that lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 victory over JacksonvilleDECEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press
JEFF GLADNEY
Sustains calf injury Sunday Gladney (calf) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars.
Impact Gladney's absence renders Minnesota's secondary short-handed for as long as he is unable to return, with the game remaining very much in the balance in the fourth quarter. The first-round rookie out of TCU had recorded five tackles and one QB hit prior to his exit.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Learning Vikings defense takes another lesson in defeat
For the sixth time in the last eight games the Minnesota Vikings had their under-construction defense on the field down the stretch with the opportunity to seal a victoryNOVEMBER 23, 2020 • Associated Press
Improves in coverage Gladney had seven total tackles and a tackle for a loss in Sunday's win over Detroit.
Impact Gladney started at slot cornerback and showed improvement in coverage after early struggles this season. He gave up five receptions on nine passes targeted at him, but for just a 61.3 NFL QB rating against, according to Pro Football Focus.
NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Cornerback crunch presents challenges for Zimmer, Vikings After Green Bay star Davante Adams caught the first of his three touchdowns against Minnesota on Sunday, Vikings coach Mike Zimmer was waiti...
NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Cooking with Dalvin: Vikings ground game going strong
Dalvin Cook showed up for his postgame interview in Green Bay wearing dark shadesNOVEMBER 3, 2020 • Associated Press
Mark Craig's five extra points Eric Kendricks, Irv Smith, Jeff Gladney, Kirk Cousins and Mike Zimmer make the list.
NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Vikings' slide casts shadow over rematch with Packers
The Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings looked like the NFC North's top two contenders as they prepared to face each other on the season's opening weekendOCTOBER 29, 2020 • Associated Press
Packers' Rodgers, Adams to challenge young Vikings CBs again
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and receiver Davante Adams are coming off big performances in a 35-20 victory over the Houston TexansOCTOBER 28, 2020 • Associated Press
Zimmer, Vikings left to ponder where to turn in 1-5 season
A day after describing Sunday's 40-23 loss to Atlanta as “strange,” Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer seemed to still be searching for answersOCTOBER 19, 2020 • Associated Press
Increased role Sunday Gladney started as the slot cornerback and had five total tackles, a tackle for a loss and a pass defensed in Sunday's loss to Tennessee.
Impact Gladney got the start with both Mike Hughes and Cameron Dantlzer out with injuries and played the second most snaps among cornerbacks. He struggled in pass coverage, however, by allowing six of ten passes targeted at him to be completed for a NFL passer rating of 102.1, according to Pro Football Focus. The 2020 first-round draft pick continues to get early playing time and struggle amid Minnesota's woes against the pass.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Starts in nickel package Gladney started at left cornerback and had six total tackles in Sunday's loss at Indianapolis.
Impact Gladney served as the No. 3 cornerback, but started on the outside with Mike Hughes moving to the slot in the nickel. Gladney replaced injured Cameron Dantlzer as the third cornerback. Gladney struggled in pass coverage, however, as he allowed six of eight passes targeted against him to be completed for a NFL passer rating against of 143.8, according to Pro Football Focus.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
See PFF's rookie gradings for Justin Jefferson, Jeff Gladney See where Minnesota Vikings rookies Justin Jefferson and Jeff Gladney rank on PFF after Week 1.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Vikings rookie cornerback Jeff Gladney keeps reaching his goals. Picked 31st overall, CB Jeff Gladney is confident he's got things covered
SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Vikings Training Camp Live Featuring CB Jeff Gladney - September 1 Watch a recap of the day that was at the TCO Performance Center with members of the Vikings Entertainment Network bringing you insights and...
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM
Rejoins team at practice Gladney (knee) returned to practice Friday.
Impact It appears Gladney has made a full recovery from a March surgery that repaired a torn meniscus, as the rookie first-round pick made a pass breakup during the team portion of Friday's practice. Gladney is still in the mix to start Week 1's matchup versus the Packers, but he'll need to quickly get up to speed with just over two weeks to go.
AUGUST 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Zimmer, remodeled Vikings defense not buying regression
Defense has largely fueled Minnesota’s success since Mike Zimmer was hired as head coachAUGUST 27, 2020 • Associated Press
Still dealing with meniscus injury Gladney said he's making progress after March surgery to repair a torn meniscus, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports. "I'm feeling good right now, but you know, I'd have to defer t...
Impact The surgery was only expected to require a four- or five-week recovery timeline, but Gladney is apparently still feeling some of the effects. His words express optimism about being ready for Week 1's matchup versus the Packers, though, and if he's healthy, the rookie first-round pick should be a starter right out of the gate.
AUGUST 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings Cameron Dantzler, Jeff Gladney listed as training camp names to watch Touchdown Wire listed Vikings corners Dantzler and Gladney as Minnesota’s training camp names to watch.
AUGUST 21, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Jeff Gladney tabbed as "dark horse" Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate But it’s going to be a tall order
JULY 12, 2020 • DAILYNORSEMAN.COM
Vikings mailbag: What's the plan at guard? Expectations for Justin Jefferson, Jeff Gladney? Thanks to everyone who submitted questions for this week's Vikings mailbag, via social media or e-mail. The team ended its virtual offseason...
JUNE 19, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Rookie Chat: Justin Jefferson and Jeff Gladney Talk 'Virtual NFL Life' So Far, Hobbies Away From The Field, and More On the most recent edition of #VikingsAtHome, the team's two 2020 first round picks -- WR Justin Jefferson and CB Jeff Gladney -- were able...
JUNE 4, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM
VIDEO: This Jeff Gladney Hit Will Get Vikings Fans Hyped Jeff Gladney's hit at TCU will make Vikings fans excited for his rookie year.
MAY 12, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM
