Minnesota Vikings

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings talks to teammates in the huddle in the third quarter of the NFC Divisional Round Playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings at Levi's Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

3 Minnesota Vikings who need to step up in 2020

Leigh Oleszczak
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Mike Zimmer openly trolls Vikings beat writer because he can (Video)

Adam Thielen makes it clear what Vikings must do to take next step

What does success look like for the Minnesota Vikings in 2020?

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - AUGUST 09: Cameron Smith #59 of the Minnesota Vikings during a preseason game at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on August 09, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Vikings LB Cameron Smith preparing for open heart surgery

Mike Luciano
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Carson Wentz, Philadelphia Eagles, Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

7 NFL quarterbacks under the most pressure to perform in 2020

Joseph Birdsall
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Gardner Minshew II of the Jacksonville Jaguars scrambles from P.J. Hall #92 of the Oakland Raiders. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)

Las Vegas Raiders trade former second-round pick to Minnesota Vikings

Patrick Schmidt
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CARSON, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 15: Danielle Hunter #99 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates a fumble recovery during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Dignity Health Sports Park on December 15, 2019 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Danielle Hunter could be the Defensive Player of the Year in 2020

Max Bevington
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Danielle Hunter, Minnesota Vikings. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Perennial underrated Vikings star Danielle Hunter finally gets some respect in NFL 100 ranking

John Buhler
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BALTIMORE, MD - DECEMBER 29: Michael Pierce #97 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts to a play during the second half of the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on December 29, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Big Vikings offseason signing Michael Pierce decides to opt out of 2020 season

Max Bevington
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Justin Jefferson, LSU Tigers. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)

Justin Jefferson among 4 Vikings placed on reserve/COVID-19 list

Mike Luciano
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 15: Everson Griffen #97 of the Minnesota Vikings and Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers meet in the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field on September 15, 2019 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Packers could steal Everson Griffen from returning to Vikings

Scott Rogust
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A general view of a Minnesota Vikings helmet. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings trainer Eric Sugarman tests positive for COVID-19

Patrick Schmidt
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SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Dalvin Cook #33 of the Minnesota Vikings runs the ball in the third quarter of the NFC Divisional Round Playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Dalvin Cook’s agent refutes report he’s heading to training camp without a deal

Mike Luciano
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Dalvin Cook, Minnesota Vikings. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

Mike Zimmer says Dalvin Cook is expected to report to camp despite contract stalemate

Emily Adams
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 05: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts against the New Orleans Saints during a game at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 05, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Kirk Cousins was more clutch than you think in 2019

Brad Berreman
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Dalvin Cook, #33, Minnesota Vikings, (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

Dalvin Cook’s holdout will not last until Week 1 of the 2020 season

Anthony Brown
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 06: Xavier Rhodes #29 of the Minnesota Vikings lays on the ground after a play against the New York Giants during the first quarter in the game at MetLife Stadium on October 06, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Indianapolis Colts will quickly find out Xavier Rhodes is cooked

Brad Berreman
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 02: A detailed view of a helmet worn by the Minnesota Vikings against the Seattle Seahawks during their game at CenturyLink Field on December 02, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings have a chance to do damage in the NFC North

Max Bevington
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SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Head coach Mike Zimmer of the Minnesota Vikings shakes hands with Ifeadi Odenigbo #95 during warm ups prior to their game against the San Francisco 49ers during the NFC Divisional Round Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings nearing extension with head coach Mike Zimmer

Joseph Birdsall
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DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 20: Minnesota Vikings owner Zygi Wilf looks on during warm ups prior to the start of the game aganist the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 20, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images)

Vikings owners emerge as candidates to buy Timberwolves

Steven Kubitza
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Kirk Cousins isn't exceptional, but he is a good starting quarterback for the Vikings. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

VIDEO: Vikings fans absolutely destroy Kirk Cousins in TikTok challenge

Braulio Perez
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 05: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts against the New Orleans Saints during a game at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 05, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Kirk Cousins has enough skill to lead Vikings to a Super Bowl

Scott Rogust
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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 10: Dalvin Cook #33 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 10, 2019 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)

Dalvin Cook is looking like Hulk for his contract year

Mark Powell
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 15: Za'Darius Smith #55 and Preston Smith #91 of the Green Bay Packers (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

NFC North power rankings: Who is the best pass-rusher?

Mike Luciano
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Justin Jefferson, LSU Tigers. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)

Justin Jefferson is a great fit for Vikings after Stefon Diggs trade

Scott Rogust
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Minkah, Fitzpatrick, Pittsburgh Steelers. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Madden 21 safety ratings are a complete disaster

Mike Luciano
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Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

These 4 teams should find a way to pay Dak Prescott if the Cowboys won’t

Joseph Birdsall
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