Impact No surprises here, as Pierce was considered doubtful this week after failing to see the practice field. Armon Watts could see added work in the interior defensive line as a result.
JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
MICHAEL PIERCE #58 - NOSE TACKLE - BALTIMORE RAVENS
15 TCKL •
0 INT •
1 SCK
15 TCKL
0 INT
1 SCK
To miss finale Pierce (illness) is inactive Week 18 against Chicago.
Vikings list nose tackle Michael Pierce as doubtful, two cornerbacks questionable for Sunday The Vikings could be a bit thin at cornerback on Sunday. For the season finale against Chicago at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minnesota on Friday lis...
JANUARY 7, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM
Vikings won't have CB Cameron Dantzler for Packers game
Cornerback Cameron Dantzler has joined the list of Minnesota Vikings unavailable for their Sunday night game with the Green Bay PackersJANUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't play Sunday Pierce has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers due to an illness.
Impact Pierce has 11 tackles (seven solo), a sack and a forced fumble in four games since returning from injured reserve Week 13, but he won't be available for Sunday's divisional contest. Armon Watts should have an increased role at defensive tackle in his absence.
JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
The Audible: Michael Pierce Joins To Talk Aaron Rodgers, Sunday's Must-Win and More ' Full Episode On this edition of the Vikings Audible, vikings.com's Gabe Henderson and Ben Leber are joined by Vikings DT Michael Pierce.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM
The Audible: Michael Pierce Discusses Aaron Rodgers, Getting Back On The Field ' Week 17 On this Week 17 edition of 'The Audible', Gabe Henderson and Ben Leber are joined by Vikings Defensive Tackle Michael Pierce. "The Juggernau...
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM
Purple Pups: Michael Pierce Appreciative of 'Best Friend' Princeton the Poodle Minnesota Vikings Latest News
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM
Purple Pups Featuring Michael Pierce & Princeton Watch this edition of Purple Pups that feature Vikings DT Michael Pierce and his poodle, Princeton.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM
Purple Pups: Michael Pierce & Princeton View photos of Vikings DT Michael Pierce and his poodle, Princeton, in this edition of Purple Pups.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM
Hard-to-figure Vikings still trudging ahead in playoff chase
The Minnesota Vikings are hard to figure out this yearDECEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rams assistant Brown capitalizing on opportunity from McVay
Thomas Brown learned most of what he needed to know about how football coaches get hired and promoted two decades ago in the cafeteria of Tucker High School in suburban AtlantaDECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ready for return Pierce (elbow) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
Impact Pierce has not taken the field since Week 4 due to the elbow injury. However, he's set to return as a key pass rusher for the team's defense, as he managed two sacks across four contests this season.
DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings bring DT Tomlinson back from COVID-19 reserve list
The Minnesota Vikings have activated defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson from the COVID-19 reserve listDECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings need Smith to keep up strong return from COVID-19
Harrison Smith has made a noticeable impact in his return to the Minnesota secondary following a sudden absence with COVID-19DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings designate DT Michael Pierce to return to practice The Vikings get DT Michael Pierce back in practice.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Designated for return The Vikings have designated Pierce (elbow) for return from IR.
Impact Pierce can return to the active roster and suit up as early as Sunday's game against the Lions, though the Vikings do have a full 21-day window wherein he can be evaluated at practice. When fully healthy, Pierce will provide reinforcements for Minnesota's interior defensive line.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings, 49ers head into meeting on upswings in NFC
The Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers found themselves in similar predicaments a few weeks ago after seasons that began with high hopes saw both teams struggling at the mid...NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings relieved Everson Griffen crisis ends 'peacefully'
The Minnesota Vikings say defensive end Everson Griffen has emerged from his home without incident and is receiving care for his mental healthNOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings place DT Dalvin Tomlinson on COVID-19 reserve list
The Minnesota Vikings have placed defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson on the COVID-19 reserve listNOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jefferson gives Vikings go-to target, and big-game mentality
Minnesota's Justin Jefferson made a bold statement by wearing a Randy Moss T-shirt during pregame warmupsNOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Cardinals win again, own NFL's best record
The Arizona Cardinals now have sole possession of the league’s best recordNOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Packers blank Seahawks, retake 1st place in NFC
Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are back on top of the NFCNOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lands on IR Pieerce (elbow) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
Impact Pierce hasn't played since Week 4 due to an elbow injury, and he'll now be forced to miss at least three additional games. He won't be eligible to return until at least Dec. 5, when the Vikings play the Lions in Week 13.
NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Absence stretches through Week 10 Pierce (elbow) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.
Impact Pierce still hasn't suited up since Week 4, but the Vikings haven't placed him on IR, suggesting they continue to believe that Pierce could return in the near future. He'll look to do so in Week 11 against the Packers.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Virus trouble for Vikings includes 1 player hospitalized
The Minnesota Vikings have been operating this week under the NFL’s intensive virus protocolsNOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
