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• US supreme court rejects NFL’s appeal in Brian Flores’s racial discrimination lawsuit

Justices refuse to intervene, clearing way for open trialLeague had wanted case handled through arbitrationFormer Dolphins coach sued NFL, three teams in 2022The US supreme court on Tuesday refused to intervene in a discrimination lawsuit led by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores against the NFL, allowing the case to proceed toward trial.The justices rebuffed an appeal from the league, ...2026
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• A New Vikings Weapon is Already Talking Trash with Brian Flores

All in good fun, folks. New Vikings weapon — perhaps the weapon for the upcoming season, depending on who gets […]...2026
• Will Brian Flores Ever Get Another Head Coaching Job?

Brian Flores is now effectively subpoenaing 31 of 32 NFL teams — and the Minnesota Vikings may be the one franchise he didn’t. In the latest episode of Two Old Bloggers on the Vikings 1st & SKOL network, hosts Dave Stefano and Darren Campbell tackle the biggest story in the NFL right now: Flores’ expanding […]...2026
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• What’s the Vikings’ Toughest Possible Schedule For Next Year?
On Christmas, the Minnesota Vikings got the last laugh over the Detroit Lions. Max Brosmer only threw for 51 yards, but it didn’t matter because Brian Flores’ defense suffocated an injury-plagued Lions roster and eliminated them from the playoffs with a 23-10 victory. The following week, the Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers for their fifth straight win to close the season....2026
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• Vikings Landed a Sleeper Rookie

The Minnesota Vikings acquired nine players as reinforcements in last month’s draft, especially Brian Flores’ defensive unit, which added some […]...2026
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• Jake Golday is the PERFECT Brian Flores Linebacker

One week after the 2026 NFL Draft, The Real Forno Show breaks down Minnesota Vikings overreactions and why Jake Golday is the perfect Brian Flores linebacker. Tyler Forness and Dave Stefano deliver sharp film analysis on the Vikings’ draft class, Caleb Banks reach, Blake Brandel at center, no WR selected, and Jauan Jennings timing in […]...2026
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• Is A Christian Wilkins-Brian Flores Reunion Brewing?
A long-rumored Minnesota Vikings target has resurfaced, this time with some additional context. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Christian Wilkins is still rehabbing a foot injury but is preparing to play in 2026. Wilkins’ agent also claims that the former Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle has already heard from 26 teams....2026
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• Cowboys focused seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft

Photo by John Smolek/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Who are the Cowboys most likely to end up with in the first round in your opinion? The 2025 NFL Draft is nearly upon us, and months of shifting player stocks and smoke screens from teams will soon come to an end. The Cowboys’ draft priorities have seemingly come into focus in recent weeks, but as we learned it can all change in a heart...2025
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• Jaguars are only NFL team to re-sign zero free agents from 2024 roster

Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK With the Cleveland Browns re-signing LB Devin Bush to a one-year deal, the Jacksonville Jaguars are now the sole remaining team to not re-sign a departing free agent from their 2024 roster. With NFL regime change often comes scheme and identity updates to team rosters and depth charts. This shift in philosophy remains true for the Jack...2025
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• Vikings signing CB Jeff Okudah to 1-year deal

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The Vikings are making a cheap signing to flesh out the cornerback room with former Texans CB Jeff Okudah. After visiting with the Vikings on Monday, former first-round cornerback Jeff Okudah is signing with the team on a one-year deal, per NFL insider Adam Schefter. Okudah was most recently with the Houston Texans where he played in six games for a team ...2025
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• 2025 Miami Dolphins bold prediction: Could Miami clean house during the season?

David Santiago/Miami Herald/Tribune News Service via Getty Images Could the Miami Dolphins be headed to a in-season house cleaning? Pro Football Network predicts it could happen. As we slowly work our way from the Super Bowl to the start of the 2025 NFL league year, the speculation for next year is starting to build. Which teams are in a position to succeed in the next season? Which teams ...2025
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• Cowboys hiring Deion Sanders could be a path to keeping Mike Zimmer

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Deion Sanders would make quite the interesting coach for the Dallas Cowboys. The offseason the Dallas Cowboys find themselves in may have been inevitable for weeks and months leading up to it, but that has not stopped the team from finding some of the most Cowboys ways possible to stay relevant. Most fans seem to think they’ve done so for all of the wrong...2025
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• Detroit Lions’ NFC North foes faceplant in Wild Card round

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings hilariously imploded in their playoff appearances. They say it’s hard to beat a team three times in a season in the NFL. That trope, while logical considering the familiarity divisional teams have with each other, doesn’t really hold up to statistical evidence. For the Detroit Lions, it won’t matter this year. Detroi...2025
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• 10 candidates to replace Mike McCarthy as Cowboys head coach

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Here are 10 candidates to be the new head coach of the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys waited and waited and on Monday, the day before their deadline to extend Mike McCarthy’s contract, they officially decided to move on from the Super Bowl winning head coach. Sources: Mike McCarthy is out as #Cowboys coach. The sides couldn’t agree on length of contract...2025
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• Super Bowl 2025 odds: Detroit Lions are favorites after statement win

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images The Detroit Lions are Super Bowl favorites again after a dominant performance against the Vikings, according to the latest Super Bowl odds. Now that the NFL playoff field is set, all eyes are on Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans. Fourteen teams still have their championship dreams alive, but only one will walk away with the Lombardi Trophy on February 9 from...2025
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• Tyler Forness Steps In: Raw 2026 Vikings Draft Take

Vikings fans: 2026 NFL Draft reactions on Two Old Bloggers! Tyler Forness steps in for vacationing Darren Campbell as Dave Stefano delivers the snarky, unfiltered post-draft breakdown on this Vikings 1st & SKOL production. From Caleb Banks at #18 to the Jonathan Greenard trade and Brian Flores finally getting defensive help, the duo roasts the […]...2026
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• Bill Belichick Press Conference Transcript 7/27
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"But while we’re discussing a Brian Flores here or an Al Harris there, we shouldn’t ignore all in-house options."

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"And while the Lions struggled on offense early, they still managed to hang 31 points on Brian Flores’ vaunted defense that allowed an average of just 19."

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"Brock Purdy tells Vikings DC Brian Flores his 'scheme is crazy' after 49ers' upset loss to Minnesota"

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"Defensive coordinator Brian Flores is orchestrating the most aggressive defense in football, and it has turned around Minnesota’s defense in a flash."

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"Among the allegations in Brian Flores' lawsuit: Dolphins owner Stephen Ross offered him $100,000 for every loss in 2019 to help with draft position and the Giants conducted a "sham" interview with him when they knew they would hire Brian Daboll."

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"Dolphins' Brian Flores on Deshaun Watson rumors: 'We're happy with our quarterback situation'"

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"Dolphins coach Brian Flores has become the first NFL coach to issue a statement on the murder of George Floyd."

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"It’s safe to say that Brian Flores was a lot more popular around New England at this time last year."

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"Carolina defensive coordinator Steve Wilks seems to be in the pole position, but Eagles quarterbacks coach John DeFilippo and Patriots linebackers coach Brian Flores might be in line for second interviews this week."

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"Flo [Brian Flores] said it yesterday, when you're playing these types of games, it's about the next play, good or bad."

• Vikings Landed a Sleeper Rookie
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• Jake Golday is the PERFECT Brian Flores Linebacker
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• Tyler Forness Steps In: Raw 2026 Vikings Draft Take
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• Much Of the Vikings’ Fate Rests On Flores’ Draft Takeover
Kevin O’Connell and Brian Flores were inevitably going to take over the Minnesota Vikings’ draft and free agency this year. The Vikings fired Kwesi Adofo-Mensah after the Senior Bowl, but retained O’Connell and extended Flores. O’Connell remains the team’s head coach and offensive leader. Flores signed a $6 million extension that gives him control over defensive personnel....2026
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• The Vikings Must Avoid Drafting For Brian Flores At No. 18
Over the past couple of weeks, the Minnesota Vikings’ strategy for the 2026 NFL Draft has appeared to be obvious. Most draft analysts have mocked Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman to the Vikings with the 18th-overall pick. The rationale is replacing Harrison Smith, who may retire....2026
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• Ranking the Positions the Vikings Are Likely To Pick In the First Round
We are approaching one of the more unique drafts in Minnesota Vikings history. After firing former general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah in late January, almost a full month after the end of the regular season, the Vikings will now likely rely on the triumvirate of Rob Brzezinski, Kevin O’Connell, and Brian Flores through the draft until they can put a proper general manager in place....2026
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• Vikings Mock Draft Tracker 1.0
As the draft nears, the Minnesota Vikings find themselves in a unique spot. After unceremoniously removing Kwesi Adofo-Mesah as general manager, the Vikings head into the draft process with long-time executive Rob Brzezinski at the helm, while head coach Kevin O’Connell and defensive coordinator Brian Flores with a larger say in operations....2026
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• The Vikings Have Two Options To Address Their Safety Situation

Immediately after Brian Flores signed his contract, solidifying his return to Minnesota, it became immediately apparent that the Vikings had a glaring hole at safety that they had to address. While veteran Harrison Smith continues to mull over whether to retire, the Vikings’ safety situation is dire even with him on the roster....2026
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• Brian Flores Contract Details: A Look at Vikings’ Record-Breaking Deal To Keep DC in Minnesota
Brian Flores signs a record-breaking contract to remain as the Vikings defensive coordinator ahead of the 2026 NFL season....2026
• Brian Flores’ Return Would Change Everything For Minnesota’s 2026 Offseason
There was a collective sigh of relief across the Minnesota Vikings’ organization on Wednesday when the team announced a contract extension for Brian Flores. The defensive coordinator’s contract with the Vikings expired after the 2025 season, making him a free agent....2026
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• The Question Brian Flores Didn’t Want to Answer

Vikings DC Brian Flores has seen some things in his NFL coaching career. As a result, he can dig into […]...2026
• The P/PTSD Perspective: Ex-QB a Coach, Signing a Young LB, and Concerning Brian Flores Turn

PurplePTSD works in partnership with Vikings Territory, similarly doing their utmost to offer top-notch coverage of the Minnesota Vikings. As a result, […]...2026
• Vikings Fans Are Pretty Excited About This Year’s Draft Class

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images And with good reason We have the results from this week’s SB Nation Reacts poll about our Minnesota Vikings, centered around the five players that the purple selected in last week’s NFL Draft. Let’s get to them without any further ado, shall we? Our first question was about whether or not the first player the Vikings selected, Ohio State offensive lineman...2025
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• Jaguars are only NFL team to re-sign zero free agents from 2024 roster
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• Aaron Rodgers to the Vikings is the Brett Favre reboot nobody wants or needs

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images We need Rodgers to make a decision so we can (hopefully) stop talking about him so much — but we’re not holding our breath. The first week of free agency is in the rearview mirror and there are a number of big-time changes that have happened across the league. We are still waiting on a handful of things to shake out before the waters will fully calm, but ...2025
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• Vic Fangio and the Eagles’ defense were disrespected at the NFL Honors

Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images The voters done goofed. The Philadelphia Eagles had the NFL’s best defense in 2024. That much is inarguable. They allowed the fewest offensive points per game. They allowed the fewest yards per game. They ranked No. 1 by DVOA, Pro Football Focus grading, and success rate. Despite these accomplishments, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio and his de...2025
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• Jaguars 2025 head coach candidate profile: Former Jets HC Robert Saleh

What makes Robert Saleh an attractive candidate? For the third time in five years, the Jacksonville Jaguars are searching for a new head coach. Big Cat Country’s Jaguars head coach hiring process tracker is constantly being updated — but to provide more information on the top candidates being interviewed, we’ll be releasing in-depth profiles throughout the search. Next up: Robert Saleh, who inte...2025
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• Vikings Fall Flat to End Their Season

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Poor Plan and Play Adds More Question Marks to the Offseason The Minnesota Vikings played their two worst games of the season to first lose out on the division title and first seed in the playoffs and then go one-and-done in a quick end to their postseason. It was as disappointing an end to their season as their 14-3 record was a positive surprise. But losing ...2025
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• Detroit Lions’ NFC North foes faceplant in Wild Card round
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• Pitt LB Kyle Louis Would Seamlessly Fit In Brian Flores’ Defense

With the NFL Combine on the top of everyone’s mind at the moment, Minnesota Vikings fans are curious who the team will pursue in this year’s class. Pitt linebacker Kyle Louis is someone to keep an eye on, because he’s a perfect fit for Brian Flores’ defense. The Vikings have multiple needs on both sides of the ball, including cornerback, safety, linebacker, and offensive line depth....2026
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• Turns Out a Godfather Deal Was Needed to Keep Brian Flores in Minnesota

So long as the Pittsburgh Steelers or Las Vegas Raiders don’t hire Brian Flores as their next head coach, the […]...2026
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• The case for Aaron Whitecotton as the Cowboys’ next defensive coordinator

Given that everyone but Matt Eberflus’ own mother thinks he will be fired soon, it’s no surprise that we’re already deep into talk about the Dallas Cowboys’ next defensive coordinator. But while we’re discussing a Brian Flores here or an Al Harris there, we shouldn’t ignore all in-house options. If the front office does want […]...2026
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• The Linc - Eagles’ top-graded players from Super Bowl LIX

Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 2/17/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... 10 highest-graded players from Super Bowl 59 - PFF1. CB Cooper DeJean, Philadelphia Eagles (90.9). It was a birthday to remember for the 22-year-old rookie. DeJean returned his first career interception 38 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter and finished...2025
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• Cowboys news: New head coach in Dallas will have a lot to overcome

Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images The latest inside what's going on with the Dallas Cowboys is here. 10 things the new Dallas Cowboys coach must learn to navigate to be successful - Calvin Watkins, Dallas Morning News Although it's an intriguing job, there's a lot that comes with it. Jerry Jones is the only NFL owner who doubles as his team’s lead personnel man. Jones will attend s...2025
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• Jaguars 2025 head coach candidate profile: Former Jets HC Robert Saleh
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• Cowboys hiring Deion Sanders could be a path to keeping Mike Zimmer
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• 10 under-the-radar candidates the Cowboys should consider for head coach

Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images Where the Cowboys might find a diamond in the rough coach The Dallas Cowboys officially have a head coaching opening, and their search is expected to get a little weird given the delayed timing of it all. That’s already manifested with the report of Jerry Jones talking with Deion Sanders, though it’s unclear how serious those conversations are. That s...2025
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• Detroit Lions’ NFC North foes faceplant in Wild Card round
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• Flores sues NFL, teams, alleges racism in hiring

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• Dolphins win 27-24, knock Patriots to No. 3 seed
It’s safe to say that Brian Flores was a lot more popular around New England at this time last year. The Dolphins head coach piloted his team to an unexpected win over his former employers on Sunday afternoon. That loss along with Kansas City’s win over the Chargers pushes the Patriots down to the No. [more]...2019
• Roger Goodell says lack of diversity among head coaches has been 'unacceptable' in memo sent to NFL teams
Goodell also said the league will investigate Brian Flores' integrity claim against the Dolphins...2022
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• Steelers hire former Dolphins HC Brian Flores as senior defensive assistant/linebackers coach
Flores has resurfaced in Pittsburgh...2022
• Flores joins Steelers as def. assistant/LB coach

Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores is joining the Pittsburgh Steelers as a senior defensive assistant/linebackers coach, the team announced Saturday....2022
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• Brian Flores: People with loud opinions on Colin Kaepernick are silent on George Floyd
Dolphins coach Brian Flores has become the first NFL coach to issue a statement on the murder of George Floyd. And it is a powerful one. The statement, provided to ESPN.com, points out the inconsistency between those who have loud opinions on issues like Colin Kaepernick’s anthem protest and devices for incentivizing the hiring of [more]...2020
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• Fins lose 1st-rounder for Brady, Payton tampering

The NFL has stripped the Miami Dolphins of two draft picks, including their 2023 first-round selection, and suspended owner Stephen Ross and fined him $1.5 million as a result of its investigation of allegations levied by former coach Brian Flores....2022
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• Two more coaches join Flores' suit against NFL

Steve Wilks and Ray Horton have joined Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL for racial discrimination in its hiring practices, and the Cardinals, Titans and Texans were added to the suit as well....2022
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• The Linc - Brian Robinson says the Commanders feel like they’re better than the Eagles

Eric Hartline-Imagn Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 12/19/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... Commanders player gives Eagles bulletin board material - PhillyVoiceDuring a radio interview on 106.7 The Fan in Washington D.C., running back Brian Robinson said of the Commanders’ matchup with the Eagles this Sunday, “We feel like we are the better team.” He said oth...2024
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• What’s the Vikings’ Toughest Possible Schedule For Next Year?
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• Vikings Turmoil: Addison, Flores & 2026 Plans

In the latest episode of Two Old Bloggers, Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano dissect the Minnesota Vikings’ turbulent offseason following the 2025 season. As a Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the show explores critical topics like Jordan Addison’s repeated off-field issues, Brian Flores’ head coaching interviews, J.J. McCarthy’s uncertain starting role, offensive line coa...2026
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• Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Shall We Continue To Beat That Dead Horse?

Not much news besides the odds of Brian Flores leaving for another team seemingly increasing with every report you read. I do not think the team can replace him but they can find someone else to call a good defensive game. The worry if he leaves is do some of the personnel no longer fit […]...2026
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• Las Vegas Raiders Next Head Coach Odds: Brian Flores Favored

Could Las Vegas go all in on defensive genius Brian Flores to right the ship next season? Here are the latest odds....2026
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• Vikes Views: Favorite Vikings Safety

Photo by Toni L. Sandys/The Washington Post via Getty Images Welcome to the All-Time Favorite Viking Team series. We’re going through and voting by position for your favorite Viking players. There are no set criteria other than they played for the Minnesota Vikings. It’s your favorite player at that position. Today, we’re looking at the safety position. So many choices... Paul Krause (1968...2025
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• Vikings Fans Are Pretty Excited About This Year’s Draft Class
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• Aaron Rodgers to the Vikings is the Brett Favre reboot nobody wants or needs
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• Vikings signing CB Jeff Okudah to 1-year deal
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• 2025 Miami Dolphins bold prediction: Could Miami clean house during the season?
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• 3 Potential Candidates to Replace Mike Vrabel As Patriots HC Amid Calls for Firing Due to Dianna Russini Scandal
Brian Flores highlights three potential coaching candidates to replace Mike Vrabel if the Patriots fire him amid the Dianna Russini scandal....2026
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• 2025 Miami Dolphins bold prediction: Could Miami clean house during the season?
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• Cowboys news: New head coach in Dallas will have a lot to overcome
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• Jaguars 2025 head coach candidate profile: Former Jets HC Robert Saleh
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• Cowboys hiring Deion Sanders could be a path to keeping Mike Zimmer
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• 10 candidates to replace Mike McCarthy as Cowboys head coach
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• 8 defensive coordinator candidates for the Bengals to consider to replace Lou Anarumo

Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Some names you know and others you might not. Now that the 2024 NFL regular season is over, the Cincinnati Bengals have fired defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. Back in December, our own Matt Minich did an article detailing several defensive coordinator candidates for the Bengals to consider, so we’re re-publishing it. Enjoy! It shou...2025
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• Notes: Vikings’ plot to get Minnesota fans to Detroit may have backfired

Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images The Vikings tried to get some of their fans to Detroit for the biggest game of the regular season, but things didn’t go according to plan. After a few months of speculation, we are finally getting exactly what the NFL wanted all along. A matchup for all of the regular season marbles on “Sunday Night Football” between the Detroit Lions and Minneso...2025
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• 7 defensive coordinator candidates for the Bengals to consider

Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Some names you know and others you might not. It should surprise no one that Lou Anarumo is still this team’s defensive coordinator. Al Golden left for Notre Dame a few seasons ago, and Robert Livingston is now working with Coach Prime in Colorado. Firing Anarumo in the middle of the season doesn’t make the Bengals any better. Still, ...2024
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• Brian Flores generating no interest in coaching searches

Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports Why? You know why For a good chunk of the second half of the 2023 NFL regular season, there was a lot of speculation that the Minnesota Vikings could lose defensive coordinator Brian Flores to a head coaching job. With names being tossed all over as having sat for interviews with teams and seven current head coaching openings around the league, Flores has gener...2024
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