XAVIER WOODS NEWS

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

NFL Today, Week 6

NFL Today, Week 6

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikings beat Panthers 34-28

Kirk Cousins completed a 27-yard touchdown pass to K

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Racks up eight stops Woods had eight tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 19-17 win over the Lions.

Impact Woods has 18 total tackles over his last two appearances, and he hasn't left the field for a single defensive snap all season. The veteran safety doesn't necessarily possess big-play upside, but his floor for production provides some weekly IDP value.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 10 tackles Woods recorded 10 tackles in Sunday's loss to the Browns.

Impact Woods tied for the team lead in tackles and did not leave the field for any defensive snaps. He has been very productive in coverage to start the season, logging three defended passes and an interception. Sunday's performance marked his highest tackle total in a contest on the campaign.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hexed? Vexed? Vikings try to stay on track after missed kick

The Minnesota Vikings haven’t given up on Greg Joseph

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Snags interception against Arizona Woods had four total tackles and an interception in Sunday's loss at Arizona.

Impact Woods had a strong game in coverage as he allowed just one reception on two targets for three yards, according to Pro Football Focus. It was just his fifth career interception. While he may not produce many interceptions or sacks for fantasy purposes, he's added a needed steady presence in the secondary.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Woods picks off Kyler Murray's ill-advised downfield heave Minnesota Vikings safety Xavier Woods picks off Kyler Murray's ill-advised downfield heave.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • NFL.COM

Five tackles in Vikings debut Woods had five total tackles and a pass defensed in Sunday's overtime loss at Cincinnati.

Impact Wood started at safety opposite Harrison Smith and played on all of the defense's 69 snaps. While he may not produce many interceptions or sacks for fantasy purposes, it looks like he'll add a needed steady presence in the secondary.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings hope family reunion on defense sparks resurgence

The Minnesota Vikings have been trying to keep their window for championship contention pried open as long as possible

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikes sign 10th-year safety Harrison Smith to $64M extension

The Minnesota Vikings have signed five-time Pro Bowl safety Harrison Smith to a four-year contract extension

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns from undisclosed injury Woods had four tackles in Friday's preseason loss to Kansas City.

Impact Woods had missed the previous preseason game with an undisclosed injury, but he looks ready for Minnesota's Week 1 matchup against the Bengals. Woods will start at safety opposite Harrison Smith.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out with minor injury Woods did not play in Saturday's preseason loss to the Colts due to "a little nick," head coach Mike Zimmer told the

Impact It sounds like a minor injury, but it's worth monitoring Woods' health before the regular season. Woods will start at safety opposite Harrison Smith as part of a reconfigured Vikings secondary and add a needed veteran presence after the young unit struggled last year.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Buoyed by experienced 'D,' Zimmer exudes unfamiliar optimism

Minnesota's Mike Zimmer has long defended his ability and willingness to adapt strategies to match shifts in styles and trends around the NFL

JULY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cowboys sign S Malik Hooker, 1st-round pick by Colts in 2017

The Dallas Cowboys have signed safety Malik Hooker, adding the 2017 first-round draft pick who couldn’t stay healthy in four seasons with Indianapolis

JULY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

3 Key Vikings Training Camp Questions: Expectations for Xavier Woods & Development of Younger Safeties? Minnesota Vikings Latest News

JULY 22, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM