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Vikings kicker Will Reichard just can't miss, unless it's the home crowd roaring for him

Minnesota Vikings fans had some of their loudest cheers of the afternoon for kicker Will Reichard during a 15-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Vikings Sign Devin Neal, Audric Estime, Johnny Hekker & 2 More to Practice Squad Minnesota Vikings Latest News

4 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings are undefeated despite an out-of-sync offense, carrying confidence they will 'ascend'

The story of the start of the season for the Minnesota Vikings has been clear: win with a dominant defense, supplement with superb special teams and survive another unstable perfor...

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Johnny Hekker could unleash a surprise for Vikings-Buccaneers Johnny Hekker will punt for the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, opening up some interesting possibilities.

SEPTEMBER 27 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings' Kyler Murray is grateful he's back from his concussion without much time lost

Kyler Murray is grateful to be back with the Minnesota Vikings this week after a concussion forced him out of his first game

SEPTEMBER 25 • Associated Press

What to Know About New Vikings Punter Brett Thorson (And How He Ultimately Made 53-Man Roster) Johnny Hekker is out, and Brett Thorson is in as the Vikings' starting punter. Let's dive into what the rookie has done to get to this point...

AUGUST 31 • SI.COM

Released by Minnesota Hekker was released by the Vikings on Sunday, Tom Pelissero of Netflix reports.

Impact Hekker, who has been in the NFL since 2012, played for the Rams, Panthers and Titans throughout his career. The 36-year-old most recently signed a deal with the Vikings, though he couldn't win the starting job over rookie Brett Thorson. Hekker is a four-time Pro Bowler, so there is a chance he lands with a new team heading into the 2026-27 campaign.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

3 new Vikings whose Minnesota careers could end before they start Minnesota Vikings newcomers Isaiahh Loudermilk, Gavin Gerhardt and Johnny Hekker are in roster battles that could cut their time in purple s...

AUGUST 8 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings kicker and punter rated among the best in the NFC North for the 2026 NFL season Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard and punter Johnny Hekker ranked very well compared to the other specialists in the NFC North.

JULY 27 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings add 4-time All-Pro to address issue fans quietly worried about In need of a new punter after Ryan Wright left to sign with the New Orleans Saints, the Minnesota Vikings signed Johnny Hekker on Tuesday.

MARCH 18 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Moving to Minnesota Hekker and the Vikings agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday, Lindsey Young of the team's official site reports.

Impact Hekker is a four-time Pro Bowler, though he most recently earned that honor in 2017. The Oregon State product punted for Tennessee last season and averaged 46.8 yards per kick, which ranked 20th in the league among players with at least 25 punts. With Minnesota, he'll replace Ryan Wright, who signed with the Saints earlier in March.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings agree to terms with veteran punter Johnny Hekker, a 4-time All-Pro

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a contract with four-time All-Pro punter Johnny Hekker

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

Vikings Sign New Punter, Former All-Pro Known for 'Banana Punt' Johnny Hekker is one of the best punters in the game despite being 36 years old and entering his 15th NFL season.

MARCH 18 • SI.COM

Johnny Hekker My Cause My Cleats for Special Olympics | SeatGeek Sound Athletes from Special Olympics meet Johnny Hekker as the Titans punter reveals his My Cause My Cleats supporting Special Olympics, along wit...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Rookies Making Plays & 2025 Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Finalists | Titans Football Recap the Tennessee Titans' Week 12 game against the Seattle Seahawks. Plus, Titans punter Johnny Hekker's My Cause My Cleats, and the revea...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Tennessee Titans tied for NFL's worst record at 1-8 at midpoint of season

The Tennessee Titans have reached the midpoint of a miserable, not good and just plain ugly season with a chance to rest

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Jonathan Taylor scores 3 TDs as Colts pound Titans 38-14 and move to NFL-best 7-1

Jonathan Taylor rushed for two touchdowns and had a TD catch, and Daniel Jones threw for two more scores as the Indianapolis Colts routed the Tennessee Titans 38-14

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Good to go Week 7 Hekker (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.

Impact Hekker was under the weather over the weekend, but he has been cleared to play Week 7. He is averaging 48.3 yards per punt on 29 attempts this season, nine of which have landed inside the 20-yard line.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Hekker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots due to an illness, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact The illness is a new issue for Hekker, who is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's game. The Titans don't have a punter on the practice squad, which means Joey Slye and Brandon Allen may have to handle punting and holding duties, respectively, if Hekker is not cleared to play.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Hekker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots due to an illness, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tennessee Titans' punter Johnny Hekker questionable with illness vs New England Patriots Tennessee Titans punter Johnny Hekker may not be available vs New England Patriots with an illness.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Kickin' It with Coach Mac and the Specialists | Film Review Coach Mac hangs out with Titans specialists Joey Slye, Johnny Hekker, and Morgan Cox for the day. See everything within the specialists room...

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Ward, Dike, Hekker, and Slye Breakout Moments vs Broncos | Cally's Official Review Coach Callahan breaks down the Titans vs Broncos season opener and spotlights standout performances from Cam Ward, Chimere Dike, Johnny Hekk...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

The OTP | Offseason Conversations Amie Wells is joined by linebacker Cody Barton, punter Johnny Hekker and rookie linebacker Oluwafemi Oladejo to discuss joining the Titans a...

JUNE 25, 2025 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Titans sign Joey Slye as new kicker, replacing Nick Folk after 2 seasons

The Tennessee Titans have signed six-year veteran Joey Slye as their new kicker instead of bringing back 40-year-old Nick Folk for a third season

MARCH 24, 2025 • Associated Press

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Vikings kicker Will Reichard just can't miss, unless it's the home crowd roaring for him

Vikings are undefeated despite an out-of-sync offense, carrying confidence they will 'ascend'

Vikings' Kyler Murray is grateful he's back from his concussion without much time lost

Vikings agree to terms with veteran punter Johnny Hekker, a 4-time All-Pro

Tennessee Titans tied for NFL's worst record at 1-8 at midpoint of season

Jonathan Taylor scores 3 TDs as Colts pound Titans 38-14 and move to NFL-best 7-1

Titans sign Joey Slye as new kicker, replacing Nick Folk after 2 seasons