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Picks off three passes in 2021 Woods tallied 108 tackles (72 solo), 10 pass deflections, three interceptions, two forced fumbles and one sack in 17 appearances during the 2021 campaign.

Impact Woods' finished his first season in Minnesota with career highs in tackles, pass deflections, interceptions and sacks. He signed a one-year contract with the Vikings before the 2021 season, but after his career year, he'll likely be in store for a bigger payday this offseason, so it remains to be seen if a reunion is possible.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings' sleepy start, red-zone issues sting in loss to Rams

Minnesota had trouble converting once inside the 20-yard line on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, both on offense and after the defense forced the Rams to turn it over

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Xavier Woods breezes by Chase Claypool off the edge for blitzing TFL Minnesota Vikings safety Xavier Woods breezes by Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool off the edge for blitzing TFL.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • NFL.COM

Close-game expert Steelers visit snake-bitten Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings have spent the entire season on the edge

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Continues with every-down role Woods notched eight tackles (three solo) during Sunday's divisional loss to the Lions.

Impact Woods hasn't yet missed a single defensive snap through 12 appearances this season. The veteran safety already has 74 total tackles on the season, so it's possible that he creeps over his career-high mark of 77 stops with a strong performance against the Steelers on Thursday.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Passive defense yields demise for Vikes, puts season on edge

The aggressive, clever and confident defense that became a hallmark of the Minnesota Vikings under coach Mike Zimmer has been mostly missing for two years

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings outlast Rodgers, Packers 34-31 on game-ending FG

Minnesota beat Green Bay by making sure Aaron Rodgers didn't get to touch the ball last

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sidelined Chubb a major contributor in Denver community

Bradley Chubb played in just one game this season before undergoing ankle surgery that is expected to keep him sidelined until later this month

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tucker's overtime kick gives Ravens 34-31 win over Vikings

Justin Tucker kicked a 36-yard field goal with 16 seconds left in overtime to give the Baltimore Ravens a 34-31 victory over the Minnesota Vikings

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

"Vikings Live" Player Interview: S Xavier Woods The Voice of the Vikings, Paul Allen, talked with S Xavier Woods on the Week 9 edition of "Vikings Live."

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings try for rare victory in Baltimore

The Minnesota Vikings play at Baltimore this weekend

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cousins, Vikings offense leaving far too many tries short

The Minnesota Vikings emerged from their bye in a favorable position, but the offense squandered the prime time opportunity in a 20-16 loss to Dallas

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings safety Xavier Woods comes up big against former team, but said loss to Cowboys 'stings' Entering Sunday night’s game at U.S. Bank Stadium, Vikings safety Xavier Woods admitted he wanted revenge against his former team. Woods spe...

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM

With Dak down, Cooper Rush passes Cowboys past Vikings 20-16

Cooper Rush subbed for the injured Dak Prescott and passed for 325 yards and two second-half touchdowns, the last a 5-yarder to Amari Cooper with 51 seconds left in the Dallas Cowb...

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tip-drill INT! Xavier Woods swipes Harrison Smith's batted ball for pick Minnesota Vikings safety Xavier Woods swipes Vikings safety Harrison Smith's batted ball for an interception.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • NFL.COM

No rush: Caution with Dak yields Cowboys win with backup QB

The Dallas Cowboys took their decision on Dak Prescott all the way up the last hours before their game at Minnesota

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings Circle: Xavier Woods On the latest episode of Vikings Circle, vikings.com's Gabe Henderson talked with S Xavier Woods about taking on his former team this Sunday...

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Cowboys at Vikings: McCarthy makes familiar prime time visit

Dallas coach Mike McCarthy is making a familiar visit to Minnesota

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Xavier Woods' Smarts Enabling Fresh Start with Vikings Minnesota Vikings Latest News

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings' pass defense faces daunting stretch, minus Peterson

Patrick Peterson has been a steadying influence on Minnesota's revamped secondary this season

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NOON EST: Grapsody On Fightful 10/23/21 ' Bianca Belair, PWI 150, Xavier Woods is King of the Ring ' Fightful News William R. Washington (@WilliamRBR), Philip Lindsey (@PhilDL616), and Righteous Reg (@RighteousReg) bring you Grapsody for October 23!

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • FIGHTFUL.COM

Xavier Woods crowned King of the Ring after defeating Finn Bálor Woods accomplishes lifelong King of the Ring dream after defeating Bálor

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • WWE