In Minnesota, Favre has found a rhythm with Rice
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:05:31 PST)
Brett Favre was on the sideline between possessions during a recent game, quizzing his receivers about what type of coverage they faced. That's when another snapshot of Sidney Rice's increasing confidence became apparent to Minnesota's ageless quarterback. "He goes, 'I was wide open,"' Favre said, recalling Rice's response.

NFL union opposes reporting on teammates
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:01:29 PST)
The NFL Players Association opposes commissioner Roger Goodell's call for players to tell their teams' medical staffs if they think a teammate shows symptoms of a concussion, saying that is not an adequate solution. "If every player were a medical doctor that could recognize symptoms of concussions, then that would be a great idea," NFLPA assistant executive director George...

Childress has endorsement from Vikings to continue
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:47:04 PST)
Last month, a blurry photo featuring Minnesota coach Brad Childress dressed as a flight attendant with a black wig and a pink apron appeared on one of his player's Twitter pages. Tight end Visanthe Shiancoe was the culprit, but he had more in mind than to embarrass the boss for his attempt to lighten the mood on the team plane.

Iraqi detainees taunt Wisconsin soldiers about Brett Favre
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:01:34 PST)
If you happen to be a Packers fan who is sick and tired of hearing about Brett Favre, and you're thinking of...

Is there still a "code" in the NFL?
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:16:15 PST)
For his new book, " The Code ", Ross Bernstein talked to dozens of current and former NFL players and...

Minnesota Vikings moving to L.A.?
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:09:10 PST)
The Minnesota Vikings want a new stadium. And the team wants one that will likely cost $900 million-plus.

Vikings Team Report
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:06:53 PST)

Sitting at 8-1 for the first time since they lost only one game in 1998, the Vikings' biggest issue at this point is maintaining their focus on a weekly basis.

That might sound odd, but keep in mind that Minnesota has a three-game edge on the Packers (5-4) and a four-game lead on the Bears (4-5) in the NFC North. In reality, the Vikings also lead Green Bay by four games because Minnesota swept the season series and thus owns the first tie-breaker.

The Vikings also completed a sweep of the Detroit Lions last weekend and will continue to try to remain perfect against division foes on Nov. 29 when they close out a three-game home-stand by playing host to Chicago.

Before facing the Bears, though, the Vikings will play the Seattle Seahawks at the Metrodome on Sunday.

Childress signs extension to remain as coach of Minnesota Vikings
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:19:00 PST)
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - The man who brought Brett Favre to the Minnesota Vikings will be sticking around for a while.

Metrodome landlord infuriates Vikings with offer to extend lease another 2 years
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:46:00 PST)
MINNEAPOLIS - One day after being told by the Minnesota Vikings that extending the lease at the Metrodome was not an option, the team's landlord made the offer anyway and infuriated the only major tenant left in the stadium.

Childress signs extension with Vikings
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:38:54 PST)
The man who brought Brett Favre to the Minnesota Vikings will be sticking around for a while. The Vikings signed Brad Childress to a contract extension on Thursday, nine games into what is shaping up as a promising season for the men in purple. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. ESPN.com cited anonymous sources in reporting that the extension will carry through the 2013 season.

Houshmandzadeh chose Seahawks over Vikes
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:35:58 PST)
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Sports Writer

Vikings angered by Metrodome's lease offer
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:17:01 PST)
One day after being told by the Minnesota Vikings that extending the lease at the Metrodome was not an option, the team's landlord made the offer anyway and infuriated the only major tenant left in the stadium. The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission passed a plan Thursday to offer a two-year extension on the lease, which is set to expire in 2011.

Eagles, Packers' futures brighter than Giants'
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:21:00 PST)
New York's offensive struggles will contribute to the team being a playoff outsider when the field is set.

On the Corner, podcast #32: How Vince Young saved the world
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:31:15 PST)
This week's edition of the podcast takes a closer look at the resurgence in Tennessee and how Vince Young is...

Vikings coach Childress getting extension
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:01:38 PST)
Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress is reportedly close to getting a contract extension, according to the St.

Seahawks starting CBs Trufant, Wilson miss practice because of concussions
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:00:00 PST)
RENTON, Wash. - The Seattle Seahawks' two starting cornerbacks have been diagnosed with concussions.

Vikings call landlord's plan to extend Metrodome lease 'chilling message'
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:33:00 PST)
MINNEAPOLIS - The Minnesota Vikings vehemently rejected a proposal from their landlord to extend their lease at the Metrodome, telling the stadium's operator in a letter on Wednesday its plan threatens the team's future in the state.

Vikes CB Winfield says chance of playing is strong
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:11:53 PST)
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield gave himself an "85 percent" chance of returning to play this week. Winfield hurt his right foot on Oct. 18 against Baltimore and sat out the last three games. He participated in much of Wednesday's practice and said afterward the work was "without a doubt" the most he's done since the injury.

The absurdly premature playoff picture: Week 10
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:44:01 PST)
See last week's absurdly premature playoff picture here . AFC First-Round Byes : Indianapolis Colts...

Week 11 playoff forecast: Packers make big jump
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:42:00 PST)
Green Bay boosted its playoff outlook with a very impressive home win over the Cowboys.

Favre returning to Vikings in 2010?
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:09:06 PST)
Brett Favre is signed by the Minnesota Vikings for next season for $13 million but one never knows what Favre...