Vikings will lean on Patrick Peterson in pass coverage again
Patrick Peterson breaks down why the new defense that Minnesota is employing this season could reduce some strain on CBs.JUNE 11
Vikings will lean hard again on Peterson in pass coverage
The Minnesota Vikings will rely heavily on cornerback Patrick Peterson again this seasonJUNE 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Minnesota Vikings first-rounder Lewis Cine 'wants all the action'
Minnesota Vikings rookie Lewis Cine is a hard-hitting safety who enters his rookie season with big expectations.MAY 28
Make-a-deal Vikings add DB depth in Adofo-Mensah's 1st draft
The first draft for the Minnesota Vikings under new general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah largely yielded the type of players the roster suggested would fit bestAPRIL 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings draft Clemson CB Andrew Booth Jr. after more trades
After two more trades, the Minnesota Vikings drafted Clemson cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. with the 42nd overall pick Friday nightAPRIL 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings agree on deal to bring back CB Patrick Peterson
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a new contract with cornerback Patrick PetersonMARCH 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Patrick Peterson's New Vikings Contract is For a Team-Friendly $4 Million Peterson will make half of what he made in 2021, and he’s OK with that.
MARCH 30 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Staying in Minnesota The Vikings and Peterson agreed to a one-year contract Wednesday, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Impact Peterson announced the news on his "All Things Covered" podcast, confirming that he'll return to Minnesota for a second consecutive year. In his first season with the Vikings, he missed four games due to a hamstring injury and a stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but he still produced when on the field, recording 45 tackles, five pass breakups and a pick-six in 13 contests. Peterson will slot in as a starting cornerback opposite Cameron Dantzler in 2022.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Former Packers CB Chandon Sullivan signs with rival Vikings
Former Green Bay Packers cornerback Chandon Sullivan will join the Minnesota VikingsMARCH 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings try to 'live in today and tomorrow' this offseason
Hiring a new general manager and head coach created an expectation that major roster moves by the Minnesota Vikings would followMARCH 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Patrick Peterson explains what he's looking for in free agency Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson explains what he's looking for in free agency.
MARCH 16 • NFL.COM
Vikings have little space to spend with big holes on defense
The Minnesota Vikings have big holes on defense and little salary cap space to fill them in free agencyMARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Former Cardinal Patrick Peterson to compete in WM Phoenix Open celebrity golf event This will be Peterson's second notable return to Arizona since his team Minnesota Vikings' regular season loss at Cardinals on Sept. 19, 202...
FEBRUARY 2 • AZCENTRAL.COM
NFL Today, Week 18
NFL Today, Week 18JANUARY 9 • 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 31-17JANUARY 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings DB coach Scott has worked his way up with confidence
Confidence is a critical ingredient for coaching in the NFLJANUARY 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings lacked energy early Sunday, now lacking playoff spot
The statistical snapshot for the Minnesota Vikings' 30-23 loss came with an offense that stumbled on third down and in the red zone and a defense being run over by Los AngelesDECEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rams in stride in NFC West race, visit Vikings on short rest
The Los Angeles Rams have won three straight games to improve to 10-4 and match Arizona for the NFC West leadDECEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers-Vikings matchup preview: Diontae Johnson vs. Patrick Peterson Plus keys to the game and several local ties to note.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Close-game expert Steelers visit snake-bitten Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings have spent the entire season on the edgeDECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings leaning hard on Jefferson in quest to save season
The Minnesota Vikings have been wasting another standout season by wide receiver Justin JeffersonDECEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Comes off COVID list The Vikings activated Peterson (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.
Impact Peterson missed Week 13's divisional loss to the Lions as a result of his placement on the COVID list. However, the veteran should be available to handle his usual every-down role during Thursday's matchup against the Steelers.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Passive defense yields demise for Vikes, puts season on edge
The aggressive, clever and confident defense that became a hallmark of the Minnesota Vikings under coach Mike Zimmer has been mostly missing for two yearsDECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings bring DT Tomlinson back from COVID-19 reserve list
The Minnesota Vikings have activated defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson from the COVID-19 reserve listDECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings need Smith to keep up strong return from COVID-19
Harrison Smith has made a noticeable impact in his return to the Minnesota secondary following a sudden absence with COVID-19DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
