By | | Pioneer PressIt was fitting that a song played while the Vikings were stretching before Thursday’s practice was “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins.The Vikings (1-5) are heading to Green Bay (5-1) on Sunday to go against quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Davante Adams. And they’ll likely be facing those stars without three of their top four cornerbacks.Danger indeed.For the second straight day this week, the Vikings were without cornerbacks Cameron Dantzler, Holton Hill, Mike Hughes and Chris Jones at practice. And Kris Boyd, who has missed the past two games, was limited in...…By | | Pioneer PressIt was fitting that a song played while the Vikings were stretching before Thursday’s practice was “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins.The Vikings (1-5) are heading to Green Bay (5-1) on Sunday to go against quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Davante Adams. And they’ll likely be facing those stars without three of their top four cornerbacks.Danger indeed.For the second straight day this week, the Vikings were without cornerbacks Cameron Dantzler, Holton Hill, Mike Hughes and Chris Jones at practice. And Kris Boyd, who has missed the past two games, was limited in...WW…

By | | Pioneer PressCarl Lee knows what it’s like to be a young defensive back picked apart in an NFL season opener by a future hall of fame quarterback.To start the 1984 season, Lee’s Vikings were dissected 42-13 by the San Diego Chargers and Dan Fouts at the Metrodome. That was the most points the Vikings had give up in an opener until Sunday’s 43-34 loss to Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers at U.S. Bank Stadium.“It was one of those days when you just can’t seem to stop them, and you want to go up to the press box and just fast forward the clock and let’s just end it here,” said Lee, who was in...…By | | Pioneer PressCarl Lee knows what it’s like to be a young defensive back picked apart in an NFL season opener by a future hall of fame quarterback.To start the 1984 season, Lee’s Vikings were dissected 42-13 by the San Diego Chargers and Dan Fouts at the Metrodome. That was the most points the Vikings had give up in an opener until Sunday’s 43-34 loss to Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers at U.S. Bank Stadium.“It was one of those days when you just can’t seem to stop them, and you want to go up to the press box and just fast forward the clock and let’s just end it here,” said Lee, who was in...WW…

By | | Pioneer PressIf all goes as planned, safety George Iloka will return to the Vikings by the end of this week.According to a source, Iloka, who played with Minnesota in 2018, was in the Twin Cities on Tuesday to undergo coronavirus testing. Iloka, who worked out last month with the Vikings, could be signed to the 53-man roster before Sunday’s game at Indianapolis.Iloka was not on an NFL roster last season after playing in all 16 games, with three starts, for Minnesota in 2018. Iloka played from 2012-17 in Cincinnati, where his defensive coordinator for his first two seasons was Vikings...…By | | Pioneer PressIf all goes as planned, safety George Iloka will return to the Vikings by the end of this week.According to a source, Iloka, who played with Minnesota in 2018, was in the Twin Cities on Tuesday to undergo coronavirus testing. Iloka, who worked out last month with the Vikings, could be signed to the 53-man roster before Sunday’s game at Indianapolis.Iloka was not on an NFL roster last season after playing in all 16 games, with three starts, for Minnesota in 2018. Iloka played from 2012-17 in Cincinnati, where his defensive coordinator for his first two seasons was Vikings...WW…

By | | Pioneer PressFive years after his last calf-roping sack dance, Jared Allen is now eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.The former Vikings defensive end who retired after the 2015 season could be elected as soon as next February. While Allen said he tries “not to be a self-promoter,” he considers himself worthy of the Canton, Ohio, shrine.“I think my career speaks for itself,” Allen said in a phone interview. “I think the writing’s on the wall and absolutely I think I competed at a level that’s hall-of-fame caliber.”Allen played in Minnesota from 2008-13, making four of his five...…By | | Pioneer PressFive years after his last calf-roping sack dance, Jared Allen is now eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.The former Vikings defensive end who retired after the 2015 season could be elected as soon as next February. While Allen said he tries “not to be a self-promoter,” he considers himself worthy of the Canton, Ohio, shrine.“I think my career speaks for itself,” Allen said in a phone interview. “I think the writing’s on the wall and absolutely I think I competed at a level that’s hall-of-fame caliber.”Allen played in Minnesota from 2008-13, making four of his five...WW…

GET BREAKING NEWS IN YOUR BROWSER. CLICK HERE TO TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS.XBy | | Pioneer PressDalvin Cook likened it to winning the lottery.The Vikings announced Saturday the signing of the star running back to a contract extension. Cook told the Pioneer Press it’s a five-year deal worth $63 million with $28 million guaranteed, including a signing bonus of $15 million. It takes Cook through the 2025 season.“Definitely excited,” Cook said. “Definitely a sigh of relief as far as being excited for being in Minnesota for years. That’s truly a blessing because I love being in this place, I love...…GET BREAKING NEWS IN YOUR BROWSER. CLICK HERE TO TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS.XBy | | Pioneer PressDalvin Cook likened it to winning the lottery.The Vikings announced Saturday the signing of the star running back to a contract extension. Cook told the Pioneer Press it’s a five-year deal worth $63 million with $28 million guaranteed, including a signing bonus of $15 million. It takes Cook through the 2025 season.“Definitely excited,” Cook said. “Definitely a sigh of relief as far as being excited for being in Minnesota for years. That’s truly a blessing because I love being in this place, I love...WW…