Vikings playing at less than full strength

The Vikings will likely be without a couple of key starters on Sunday and as many as a dozen playing at less than full strength. Injuries are coming home to roost in December.    Full Story

The Vikings took a beating in the injury department on Sunday. We run down the players who left the field and supply you with more than two dozen notes that help tell the tale of the game.   Full Story

The Vikings have steadily climbed up the league’s rankings for rush defense since a relatively poor (by their standards) start to the season. See the progress they’ve made and what one defender and head coach Brad Childress had to say about it.   Full Story

Although the box score may not show it, the Browns had some outstanding contributors on Sunday. Steve King was in Buffalo covering the game for the OBR, and offers his thoughts...   Full Story

The Vikings have allowed two tight ends to have big games in consecutive weeks. See what safety Tyrell Johnson and defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier had to say about the issue. Plus, Adrian Peterson publicly put out some more big goals and Brett Favre received big praise.   Full Story

There is intense competition for backup spots in the defensive backfield in training camp this year. Take a closer look at all the key players in the mix right here.   Full Story

Safety Tyrell Johnson started nearly half of his rookie year, but it was a learning experience that he plans to apply toward what he hopes is an improved second season in the league. Plus, get a dozen notes from Saturday night’s practice.   Full Story

Lane Adkins has the inside word on a high-profile defender who has to show his ability (and fast) during training camp, as well as more on the team's approach on the defensive backfield. Get behind the scenes before camp starts!   Full Story

Lane continues to find information even during the NFL dead zone, this time zeroing on what the coaching staff wants to do a key positions and providing injury updates on three players. More exclusive info from the only Browns site too stupid to plan to take vacations in July...   Full Story

Deep into the offseason, SteelCityInsider.com continues its coverage of the Pittsburgh Steelers with a look at another newcomer. Here's an inside peek at seventh-round pick David Johnson.   Full Story

Vikings safety Tyrell Johnson became an emergency starter in 2008. After that experience, the team had enough confidence in him to become a full-time starter in 2009. See what he learned and what his coordinator is saying about him.   Full Story

To prepare for the signing of Jacksonville's nine draft picks, the Jaguars made a few moves on Wednesday which included the release of veteran backup quarterback Cleo Lemon.   Full Story

The Jaguars quarterback situation is far from ideal, as they have a 31-year old franchise signal caller who made rookie mistakes a year ago, and a backup quarterback in Cleo Lemon who has won as many regular season starts as most of the fans in the stands. In hopes to make the position a little stronger, the team signed veteran journeyman Todd Bouman earlier this week.   Full Story

The Jaguars have talked about getting younger at the quarterback position, and there could be a player that is on the team’s radar that isn’t named Nathan Brown. Find out which young gunslinger the team may look to add.   Full Story

The Steelers addressed some specific needs with their first three picks of the third round and then began selecting the best available athlete. Updates will be provided throughout the day.   Full Story

Vikings coach Brad Childress started the offseason conditioning program a few weeks later this year. When it started up this week, players appreciated the extra time away from football.   Full Story

Tyrell Johnson came across as humbly confident last year. This year, he is expected to be a full-time starter and is being referred to as ‘a beast’ by one of his teammates. Johnson and two other safeties talked about his learning experience last year and his opportunity in 2009.   Full Story

Brad Childress didn’t want to venture into tampering territory, but he did comment on Jay Cutler’s skills on Wednesday while attending the USC pro day, an event that left him impressed. Meanwhile, safety Tyrell Johnson talked about his learning experience last year. All inside …   Full Story

The Vikings’ 2008 may have been more productive than first thought. As the depth chart for the Vikings stands right now, Tyrell Johnson and John Sullivan would both be starters.   Full Story

There are several mock drafts going around the internet and television, and a few have the Jaguars linked to a quarterback with their eighth overall pick. Although the top quarterback in the draft isn’t likely to fall to pick #8, anything can happen on draft day. And if you don’t believe me, ask Brady Quinn. Find out more about who the Jaguars could be selecting at number eight.   Full Story

He dodged the swatter and has flown out to pay us a visit. Here's the latest word from our old friend Vinny the Fly. He talks to us about Mangini's approach, Shaun Rogers being ticked, and how to make a GM's jaw drop.   Full Story

Safety Darren Sharper said after the season that he’d like to return to the team, even calling it his first priority, but defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier wasn’t so sure when asked about it this week at the Senior Bowl.   Full Story

Rookie safety Tyrell Johnson got another chance to show his abilities in the Vikings’ playoff loss to Philadelphia when Darren Sharper suffered a high ankle sprain. How did he do? He gives his take on his performance and his possibilities in the future.   Full Story

JagNation.com is going to look at the Jaguars, position by position, and give our final evaluation of what happened during the 2008 season. We’re going to start with the most important single position in sports, the quarterback position.   Full Story

Cornerback Benny Sapp is trying to overcome a three-penalty game for him, and it will come with a tough assignment of Cardinals wide receivers Sunday. Marcus McCauley could also see his most action of the season. See what the backup defensive backs had to say about their formidable assignments in the desert.   Full Story