Brandon Powell - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

One catch in win Powell caught his only target for nine yards in Sunday's 21-13 win over the Colts.

Impact Powell played 19 offensive snaps in the victory, reeling in his first reception since Week 3. The wide receiver is a clear No. 4 option behind Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and Jalen Nailor on Minnesota's depth chart.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lions need to keep getting big plays in all phases to win the tough NFC North

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says his team executed in all three phases when trailing by one point late against the Minnesota Vikings in what became a 31-29 victory

OCTOBER 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fallen down WR depth chart Powell didn't have a reception or carry in Sunday's loss to Detroit. He played two snaps on offense. He had two punt returns for a 7.5-yard average.

Impact Powell entered training camp as the leading candidate for the No. 3 receiver role but has fallen to No. 5 on the depth chart. He's mostly a punt returner at this point.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for London game Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said Friday that Powell (chest) will not carry an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Jets, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Impact Powell opened the week as a limited participant in practice due to a chest issue, but the No. 3 wide receiver is ready to rock for Sunday's international matchup against New York. He'll handle his usual role on offense behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, while also contributing in the return game.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Limited again Powell (chest) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

Impact Powell has logged back-to-back limited practice sessions due to a chest injury. He was briefly forced out of Minnesota's win over Green Bay in Week 4, but was able to return to the field. That bodes well for Powell's chances of gaining clearance to play Sunday against the Jets, as long as he's able to avoid any setbacks in Friday's practice.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing chest injury Powell (chest) was limited during Wednesda'ys practice.

Impact Powell briefly exited Sunday's win over the Packers after taking a hard hit to the midsection while attempting to make a catch. He was able to return to the game, but he appears to still be dealing with the lingering effects of that hit. His practice participation over the next two days should provide clarity on his status for Week 5 against the Jets.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Exits briefly with rib injury Powell didn't have a reception on two targets in Sunday's win over Green Bay. He returned one punt for 10 yards. He missed the end of the first half with a rib injury, but later re...

Impact Powell had to sit out for awhile after taking a hard hit to the ribs while trying to make a catch. Jalen Nailor muffed a punt return in place of Powell as the backup punt returner. Despite the injury, Powell still played 23 snaps on offense and ran 16 routes, which was ahead of Trent Sherfield (just three routes) though Sherfield had a reception. Both Powell and Sherfield will play minor roles on offense with the return of Jordan Addison from an ankle injury.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

One reception in win Powell had one reception for 13 yards on two targets in Sunday's win over Houston.

Impact Powell played on 27 of the offense's 63 snaps as he worked as the No. 3 receiver with Jordan Addison sidelined. He could remain as the No. 3 receiver if Addison remains sidelined with an ankle injury. However, he has just four targets in two games in that role.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings' unsung player of the week: Importance of Brandon Powell goes beyond the box score The box score whispers that Vikings receiver Brandon Powell caught only two passes for 16 yards vs. the 49ers. But the context and magnitude...

SEPTEMBER 17 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Two receptions as No. 3 WR Powell had two receptions for 16 yards on two targets in Sunday's win over the 49ers. He also had one punt return for ten yards.

Impact Powell worked as the third receiver with Jalen Nailor starting opposite Justin Jefferson with Jordan Addison (ankle) sidelined. Powell could move into the starting lineup if both Addison and Justin Jefferson (quad) are sidelined Week 3 against Houston.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Held without a catch Week 1 Powell was not targeted during Minnesota's 28-6 win over the Giants in Week 1.

Impact Powell did return one punt for one yard, but that was the extent of his involvement on the stat sheet in a dominant showing by the Vikings. The Jets downed two punts and sent another three out of bounds, so Powell's involvement as Minnesota's primary punt returner could grow Week 2 against the 49ers on Sunday. He'll also figure to step into a larger offensive role behind Justin Jefferson should Jordan Addison (ankle) be limited at all due to injury.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Two receptions in preseason win Powell had two receptions for 19 yards on two targets in Saturday's preseason win over Cleveland.

Impact It's hard to take too much away from a preseason game where the Vikings rested almost all their starters, but Jalen Nailor again outshined Powell in the competition for the third receiver role. Powell had one reception for 31 yards on two targets after an impressive first preseason game where Powell did little. It looks like Nailor has a big lead for the third receiver role as a result.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings Media Availability: Jalen Nailor, Brandon Powell and Fabian Moreau Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor, WR Brandon Powell and CB Fabian Moreau addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center on Wednesday.

AUGUST 7 • VIKINGS.COM

Falls to co-starter at No. 3 WR Jalen Nailor and Powell are both listed as the No. 3 receiver for the Vikings on the team's first unofficial depth chart of the preseason.

Impact Powell was seen as the leader for the No. 3 role heading into training camp but Nailor has drawn raves so far this summer and seen by most observers as leading the competition. However, it's still early in camp as preseason games begin. Whoever wins the role could have significant fantasy value early in the season with the Vikings possibly utilizing a third receiver more than in the recent past with tight end T.J. Hockenson likely to miss several games in coming back from January surgery for a torn ACL.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Simulation Mode: Brandon Powell Watch the latest episode of Simulation Mode featuring WR Brandon Powell.

JULY 15 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings Media Availability: T Christian Darrisaw, S Josh Metellus, WR Brandon Powell and CB Shaq Griffin T Christian Darrisaw, S Josh Metellus, WR Brandon Powell and CB Shaq Griffin addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center on Wednesda...

MAY 29 • VIKINGS.COM

Brandon Powell Officially Returns To The Vikings WR Brandon Powell signed his contract at the TCO Performance Center on Thursday.

MARCH 15 • VIKINGS.COM

Brandon Powell's contract includes $750k in punt return bonuses The Minnesota Vikings gave Brandon Powell a contract worth $2 millions along with $750k in punt return incentives.

MARCH 13 • USATODAY.COM

Vikings re-signing WR/PR Brandon Powell on one-year deal Powell played well in his role in 2023, posting career numbers in Justin Jefferson’s absence.

MARCH 12 • KANSASCITY.COM

Staying in Minnesota Powell agreed to terms Tuesday to re-sign with the Vikings on a one-year contract, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Impact Powell has more punt returns (86) than catches (76) in 61 career games, but he did a nice job filling in on offense last year when Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison or K.J. Osborn weren't available. Osborn now appears headed for free agency, potentially giving Powell a better shot at the No. 3 receiver role, albeit in a Minnesota offense that won't have QB Kirk Cousins.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota Vikings re-sign WR Brandon Powell The Minnesota Vikings have re-signed depth wide receiver Brandon Powell.

MARCH 12 • USATODAY.COM

Vikings UFA profile: WR/PR Brandon Powell Powell had a career year in Minnesota in 2023.

FEBRUARY 6 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Vikings UFA profile: WR/PR Brandon Powell Powell had a career year in Minnesota in 2023.

FEBRUARY 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Back to limted role on offense Powell did not have a reception despite two targets in Sunday's loss to Green Bay. He returned two punts for an average of two yards.

Impact Powell played just nine snaps on offense as he moved back to a more limited role on offense with all of the top three Minnesota receivers healthy.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

No receptions in win Powell didn't have a catch on his only target and returned five punts for a 9.6-yard average in Sunday's win at Las Vegas.

Impact Powell played on 36 of the offense's 72 snaps as he moved back into the third-receiver role once Justin Jefferson left with a chest injury. However, it was Jalen Nailor who had two receptions as the fourth receiver in fewer snaps (17). Both Nailor and Powell could have a larger role if Jefferson remains sidlined.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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