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Former Packers CB Chandon Sullivan signs with rival Vikings

Former Green Bay Packers cornerback Chandon Sullivan will join the Minnesota Vikings

MARCH 25, 2022 • Associated Press

Vikings beat Bears 31-17; futures uncertain for Nagy, Zimmer

Kirk Cousins passed for 172 yards and three touchdowns in the second half to lead a Minnesota Vikings comeback to beat the Chicago Bears 31-17

JANUARY 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Out against Bears Boyd (ribs) is inactive Week 18 against Chicago.

Impact Boyd failed to see the practice field after being featured heavily against Green Bay last week, where he matched a season-best six tackles. As one of three cornerbacks not suiting up for the contest, Boyd's absence will certainly test the depth of the Minnesota secondary.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings DB coach Scott has worked his way up with confidence

Confidence is a critical ingredient for coaching in the NFL

JANUARY 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Vikings host Bears with no playoff stakes, coach uncertainty

The Minnesota Vikings host the Chicago Bears to finish the season

JANUARY 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Playoff-less Vikings, Zimmer enter a week of uncertainty

Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer may have a job change in his future after a lopsided loss at Green Bay

JANUARY 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Vikings waive CB Bashaud Breeland in surprise move

The Minnesota Vikings have waived cornerback in a surprise move at a position where they have little depth

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • Associated Press

Full participant in practice Boyd (hamstring) was listed as a full participant in practice Wednesday.

Impact Boyd missed the Vikings' Week 4 contest against the Browns with this hamstring injury, but he seems to be mostly healed, as he recorded a full practice Wednesday. The cornerback's next opportunity to play will come in Week 5 against the Lions.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Browns Boyd (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the Browns.

Impact Boyd logged two limited practices during the week, but that won't be enough for him to take the field Sunday. He has primarily played in a special teams role for the Vikings through three weeks, so his absence should not have a significant effect on the secondary.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Week 4 Boyd (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, is considered a game-time decision, Josina Anderson of USA Today reports.

Impact Along with Boyd, fellow defenders Anthony Barr (knee) and Michael Pierce (elbow) are considered game-time calls due to their respective injuries. Boyd has made his biggest impact this season for Minnesota on special teams, where he's logged 54 of his 62 total snaps through three games.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

'Born leader' Peterson guides Vikings D, to visit Cards next

Patrick Peterson put the Minnesota Vikings high on his wish list as a free agent this offseason

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Three tackles Sunday Boyd had three total tackles in Sunday's overtime loss at Cincinnati.

Impact Boyd played just eight snaps on defense in his reserve role in the secondary. Boyd emerged as a starter last season before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury in December. He could have a larger role if Bashaud Breeland continues to struggle in pass coverage.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Despite being his own worst critic, Vikings' Kris Boyd moves ahead of Cameron Dantzler at cornerback The analytics site Pro Football Focus produces ratings for every NFL player, but Vikings reserve cornerback Kris Boyd seems to have his own...

AUGUST 24, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM

Moving up depth chart Boyd started at cornerback opposite Bashaud Breeland with Patrick Peterson sitting out in Saturday's preseason loss to Indianapolis. He has been playing better than Cameron Dantzl...

Impact Boyd emerged as a starter last season before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury in December. It's unlikely he'll be a starter when the regular season begins, but he could get significant playing time off the bench.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Longtime star Patrick Peterson dispensing plenty of advice to Vikings' many young cornerbacks Cornerback Kris Boyd is perhaps the biggest cutup on the Vikings. So when longtime star cornerback Patrick Peterson joined the team this yea...

AUGUST 8, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM

Buoyed by experienced 'D,' Zimmer exudes unfamiliar optimism

Minnesota's Mike Zimmer has long defended his ability and willingness to adapt strategies to match shifts in styles and trends around the NFL

JULY 29, 2021 • Associated Press

Vikings enjoy experience boost with Patrick Peterson arrival

The Minnesota Vikings had interest in Patrick Peterson when free agency began

MARCH 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Still kicking? "We'll see." Vikes keep Bailey for time being

The Minnesota Vikings have kept kicker Dan Bailey for now

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • Associated Press

Vikings show some confidence in Dan Bailey by releasing practice-squad player but they’re working out kickers; Kris Boyd to IR The Vikings on Tuesday gave struggling kicker Dan Bailey at least somewhat of a vote of confidence. The Vikings released kicker Tristan Vizc...

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Vikings show confidence in Dan Bailey by releasing Tristan Vizcaino off practice squad, place Kris Boyd on IR The Vikings on Tuesday gave struggling kicker Dan Bailey an apparent vote of confidence. The Vikings released kicker Tristan Vizcaino off th...

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Goes to IR Boyd (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact Boyd started four of the past five games for Minnesota. He'll be shut down for the rest of the regular season after posting 34 tackles, two pass breakups and a forced fumble over 10 games this year. His absence will open the door for Harrison Hand, Mark Fields and Chris Jones to compete for Boyd's starting gig.

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Smith leaves Washington's game with right leg issue

Alex Smith left Washington’s game against the San Francisco 49ers with soreness and tightness in his right leg, which he broke in two places in November 2018, sidelining him for ne...

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Brady throws for 2 TDs, Buccaneers wear down Vikings 26-14

Tom Brady threw for 196 yards and two touchdown in helping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers bolster their playoff hopes with a 26-14 victory over the Minnesota Vikings

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press

Vikings injury updates: T Brian O’Neill questionable to return, CB Kris Boyd downgraded to out The Minnesota Vikings have ruled RT Brian O’Neill as questionable to return and CB Kris Boyd as out.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Gets hurt Sunday Boyd (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Impact The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but Boyd was forced to leave the game in the first quarter. As long as Boyd is sidelined, Harrison Hand and Chris Jones could be in line to see an uptick in snaps.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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