Vikings' offense can't make up for depleted defense
The Vikings have needed their offense to be nearly perfect with a retooled and inexperienced defense being exploited by opponents this seasonDECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Vikings rookie Cameron Dantzler is silver lining of struggling defense Running back Dalvin Cook said the Vikings offense needed to take a look in the mirror after failing to score a game-winning touchdown in the...
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM
Defense, play at home ultimately doom Vikings' playoff hopes
The Minnesota Vikings allowed 397 total yards in Sunday’s 33-27 loss to the Chicago BearsDECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bears beat Vikings 33-27 to stay in stride in playoff race
David Montgomery rushed for a career-high 146 yards and two touchdowns as the Chicago Bears trampled Minnesota’s depleted defense and hung on for a 33-27 victoryDECEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings CB Cameron Dantzler talks about how he has progressed as a rookie Minnesota Vikings CB Cameron Dantzler has come a long way since the start of his rookie NFL season.
DECEMBER 17, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Bucs, Vikings begin stretch run with playoff implications
Bruce Arians finds it laughable that anyone would suggest his Tampa Bay Buccaneers are entering an easy portion of their schedule in a four-game stretch with playoff implications t...DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jefferson's rookie season stacks up with the best, even Moss
Hall of Famer Randy Moss splashed on the scene in 1998 for the Minnesota Vikings with one of the best seasons ever for a rookie receiver, setting a new standard for how rookies wou...DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cameron Dantzler is going to be a big star for the Vikings Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Cameron Dantzler has been exceptional. Justin Jefferson has been the talk of the town from the Minnesota...
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM
Rookie Cameron Dantzler stings Jaguars in Vikings victory Vikings rookie Cameron Dantzler, aka "The Needle," made an interception, forced a fumble and recovered one in Sunday's win over Jacksonville...
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Vikings rookie cornerback Cameron Dantzler finally coming into his own With the Vikings in desperate need of a boost Sunday, rookie Cameron Dantzler gave it to them. Twice. While a number of plays took center st...
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM
Rookie Cameron Dantzler stings Jaguars in Vikings victory "The Needle," as he's known, made an interception, forced a fumble and recovered one.
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Vikings-Jaguars game balls Handing out the hardware after Sunday's game: Jordan Brailford, Cameron Dantzler and Dan Bailey (yes, you), come get your game balls.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Full Cameron Dantzler Highlights From His Career Game Against The Jags Watch the best plays by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Cameron Dantzler in a Week 13 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM
Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick
Dan Bailey kicked a 23-yard field goal with 1:49 left in overtime that lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 victory over JacksonvilleDECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Learning Vikings defense takes another lesson in defeat
For the sixth time in the last eight games the Minnesota Vikings had their under-construction defense on the field down the stretch with the opportunity to seal a victoryNOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Streak stop: Dalton's 3 TDs lift Cowboys past Vikings 31-28
Andy Dalton returned from a two-game absence to throw three touchdown passes for DallasNOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ready to play Sunday Dantzler (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Impact The 22-year-old was questionable for Sunday's contest, but he was able to clear the concussion protocol and will be back on the field for the first time since Week 8. Dantzler should return to his starting role for the Vikings.
NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Drew Lock gets start at QB for Broncos vs. Dolphins
Drew Lock will get the start at quarterback when the Denver Broncos host the Miami Dolphins despite missing practice Wednesday with bruised ribs and a strained oblique he sustained...NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Listed as questionable for Week 11 Dantzler (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Cowboys, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.
Impact Dantzler has been in the league's five-step concussion protocol since a Week 8 win over Green Bay, but he's making progress and was limited in practice this week. The rookie third-round pick will continue to be evaluated over the weekend, and he's expected to start at cornerback if he's officially cleared.
NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Another limited session Dantzler (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Impact Dantzler was a limited participant in all three practices last week, and he's maintaining that status to start Week 11. The 22-year-old cornerback still needs to clear the league's five-step concussion protocol, and his status should become more clear as the week progresses. If Dantzler is unable to play Sunday against the Cowboys, however, Jeff Gladney, Kris Boyd and Chris Jones will handle the reps at cornerback.
NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Cousins steps back to forefront for Vikings with Cook slowed
The Minnesota Vikings helped Kirk Cousins get back in a groove this month after his rash of turnovers contributed to the team’s 1-5 startNOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cousins, Vikings overcome Patterson return, beat Bears 19-13
Kirk Cousins threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns, and the Minnesota Vikings overcame a 104-yard kickoff return by Chicago’s Cordarrelle Patterson to beat the Bears 19-13NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bears activate Whitehair, Miller for game against Vikings
The Chicago Bears activated center Cody Whitehair from the reserve/COVID-19 list and running back Lamar Miller from the practice squad prior to their game against the Minnesota Vik...NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings depleted at cornerback after CB Cameron Dantzler downgraded to out The Minnesota Vikings downgraded Cameron Dantzler to out for the Monday night game vs. the Chicago Bears.
NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Downgrades to out Dantzler (concussion) has been ruled out for Monday's game versus the Bears, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Impact Dantzler was originally listed as questionable, but it appears he won't travel with the team and has been tagged as out. The Vikings' cornerback room has been torched by injuries, so expect Jeff Gladney, Harrison Hand and Kris Boyd to start at the position in prime time.
NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
