Playoffs rule change could spice up overtime

2010-03-18T08:00:41Z

<div><p>MIAMI (Reuters) - A proposed change to the rules governing overtime in NFL playoff games could see teams having to do more than win the coin toss and kick a field goal to secure victory.</p><p>NFL Compe...

Court case over NFL suspensions set for May ruling

2010-03-13T13:15:26Z

<div><p>Lawyers for the National Football League and two players made closing arguments on Friday in a court case over a four-game suspension that finally figures to be decided in May.</p><p>Minnesota Vikings defensive tackles Pat Williams and

Childress testifies at Williamses' drug lawsuit

2010-03-12T15:45:05Z

<div id="subtitle">Testifying at players' doping trial, Vikings coach Childress says he didn't leak test results</div><div><p>After more than a year and a half of legal maneuvering in their closely watched labor fight with the NFL, Minnesota Vikings Minnesota Vikings wined and dined LaDainian Tomlinson on Wednesday night, then spent much of Thursday meeting with the star running back in hopes of pairing him with Adrian P...

NFL Suspensions

2010-03-09T14:00:57Z

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Pat Williams, left, talks on a phone as he and teammate Kevin Williams leave a Hennepin County courtroom for a lunch break during their trial against the

Vikings sign kickoff specialist Rhys Lloyd

2010-03-09T13:47:21Z

<div id="subtitle">Vikings bring in former Gophers leg Rhys Lloyd to handle kickoffs instead of Longwell</div><div><p>The Minnesota Vikings have signed kickoff specialist Rhys Lloyd to a two-year contract.</p><p>The deal was announced by the Vikings on Tuesday. It i...

Court told NFL sanctions inconsistent

2010-03-08T15:16:38Z

<div><p>The lawyer for two Minnesota Vikings players who tested positive for a diuretic banned under the NFL's anti-doping policy told a judge on Monday that the rules are applied inconsistently.</p><p>In opening statements in the state court trial involving Kevin and NFL's drug policy in trial set to begin on Monday in Minnesota</div><div><p>More than a year after two Minnesota Vikings sued the NFL over its anti-doping procedures, the closely watched case heads to trial Monday with sports leagues worried the outcome will hurt their ability to e...

Vikings don't have glaring needs, but RB is a must

2010-03-05T15:33:19Z

<div id="subtitle">Vikes don't have glaring needs as NFL offseason begins, but new backup running back now a must</div><div><p>Chester Taylor joined one of Minnesota's division rivals Friday, leaving the Vikings to find a replacement for their valuable, versatile backup...

AP Source: Bears, RB Taylor agree on deal

2010-03-05T12:15:36Z

<div id="subtitle">Person with knowledge of the negotiation: Bears, RB Chester Taylor agree to 4-year contract</div><div><p>A person with knowledge of the negotiation says Vikings running back Chester Taylor has agreed to a four-year, $12.5 million contract with division rival Chicago that i...

Favre says he hasn't decided about playing again

2010-03-04T18:15:07Z

<div id="subtitle">In 'Tonight Show' appearance, Favre says he hasn't decided about playing next season</div><div><p>Brett Favre said Thursday he still hasn't decided whether he'll play again next season — and doesn't expect to make an announcement anytime soon.</p><p>Appearing on ...

How NFL teams approach uncapped free agency

2010-03-04T14:15:36Z

<div id="subtitle">How each of the 32 NFL teams are approaching free agency without a salary cap</div><div><p>How each of the 32 NFL teams are approaching Friday's opening of free agency with no salary cap:</p><p>___</p><p>AFC</p><p>BALTIMORE RAVENS</p><p>Ravens don't intend to be th...

NFL could change overtime format for playoffs

2010-02-27T16:30:12Z

<div id="subtitle">NFL could change overtime format for postseason games at meeting next month</div><div><p>An NFL spokesman said Saturday the league could change its overtime format for playoff games at a meeting next month.</p><p>Under the new format, both teams would get the ball at least once unless the first team to get the ball scores a touchdown,

Bill looks Racetrack slots, maybe for stadium cash

2010-02-23T13:15:25Z

<div id="subtitle">Minnesota bill looks to racetrack slots to raise potential Vikings stadium cash</div><div><p>Supporters of a perennial proposal to put slots and video gambling in racetracks are promising something for everyone this year, from preschoolers to cutting-edge medical researchers, horse breeders and maybe the Minnesota Vikings.</p><p>The latest version of the racino legislation was...

Vikings' suit over NFL suspensions goes to trial

2010-02-22T08:44:00Z

<div id="subtitle">Lawsuits from Minnesota Vikings over NFL suspensions will go to trial in March</div><div><p>The closely watched labor fight between the NFL and two members of the Minnesota Vikings who challenged their drug-related suspensions will go to trial next month.</p>&l...

Favre thanks fans on Web site

2010-02-22T09:49:14Z

<div id="subtitle">Favre thanks Vikings fans for past year but gives no hints about future on Web site</div><div><p>Brett Favre is thanking his fans, though he's mum on whether he will return to the Minnesota Vikings next season.</p><p>In a message posted on his Web site on Thursday, Favre says ...

Minn. lawmaker: Sell Metrodome to Vikings for $1

2010-02-22T09:52:25Z

<div id="subtitle">Minn. GOP lawmaker wants to sell Metrodome to Vikings for $1</div><div><p>State Rep. Paul Kohls wants to practically give the Metrodome to the Vi...

Vikings fans use billboard persuasion for Favre

2010-02-22T10:17:15Z

<div id="subtitle">Signs of appreciation: Vikings fans hope Favre comes back, with billboard to prove it</div><div><p>Last summer, coaches and players lobbied Brett Favre to join the Minnesota Vikings through text messages, phone calls and in-person visits.</p><p>This year, the public has starte...

miami celebs

2010-02-06T17:31:50Z

Minnesota Vikings football player Adrian Peterson greets fans outside Mansion nightclub Miami Beach, Florida - 05.02.10

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