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Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from www.purplePTSD writer and editor of purplePTSD and VikingsTerritory, Joe Oberle.  On Tuesday, the Vikings announced their plans for Training Camp at the Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center home in Eagan (a momentary sniff and wipe of the tear by this Mankato native). The new facility is incredible, expansive … The post Vikings Training Camp at TCO–Here is What You Need to Know appeared first on Vikings Territory.

The Vikings released the schedule for the inaugural training camp at their new facility, the aptly named Twin Cities Orthopedic Performance Center. As the new Vikings HQ is in Eagan and not Mankato, and because the Vikings made some moves this off-season (that you may have heard of), this promises to be one of the … The post The Schedule for Training Camp is Here! appeared first on Vikings Territory.

This is the fifth article in a series that will break down where the Minnesota Vikings rank at each position within the NFC North and ultimately decide which NFC North roster is the most talented. The Minnesota Vikings have boasted a dominant defensive line for the majority of the last decade. In the late 2000s … The post NFC North Rankings: Defensive Line appeared first on Vikings Territory.

As the 2018 season gets closer and closer we’ve been quietly amassing some new features to help our readers/followers get closer to the action than any site really ever has. Part of that is thanks to our brand new message board/forum, which is where we’ll be posting a lot of links to our live videos … The post Top Message Board Topics for the Week of June, 17th! appeared first on Vikings Territory.

Football analytics will tell you that, generally speaking, NFL offenses have more success passing the ball than running the ball. This makes a little intuitive sense: last year, NFL offenses averaged 4.1 yards per rush attempt, compared to an average 6.7 yards per pass attempt.  Moreover, 34% of pass attempts resulted in a first down, … The post How Much Harder Does Passing Get as Offenses Approach the Goal Line? appeared first on Vikings Territory.

This is the fourth article in a series that will break down where the Minnesota Vikings rank at each position within the NFC North and ultimately decide which NFC North roster is the most talented. The result of a football game is often hinged on the result of the battle within the battle in the … The post NFC North Rankings: Offensive Line appeared first on Vikings Territory.

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from www.purplePTSD writer and editor of purplePTSD and VikingsTerritory, Joe Oberle. The Vikings started minicamp out at TCO Performance Center in Eagan on Tuesday, and there was plenty of action to take in. Here are few of the notable happenings on Day 1. WR Highlights: Stefon Diggs stole the show … The post Vikings Begin Minicamp Competition with Plenty of Fire appeared first on Vikings Territory.

This is the third article in a series that will break down where the Minnesota Vikings rank at each position within the NFC North and ultimately decide which NFC North roster is the most talented. In a pass-heavy NFL, rostering a quality group of pass-catchers is vital for any team that plans on contending for … The post NFC North Rankings: Wide Receivers & Tight Ends appeared first on Vikings Territory.

There is a kicking competition going on during the Minnesota Vikings OTA’s in Eagan. A battle between last season’s starter, Kai Forbath and the recently drafted Daniel Carlson. We try to break it down and predict a winner in the newest installment of HDITF. Subscribe to the Vikings Territory Youtube channel! The post Hot dish in the fridge: Let’s talk about kicks, baby [Video] appeared first on Vikings Territory.

This is the second article in a series that will break down where the Minnesota Vikings rank at each position within the NFC North and ultimately decide which NFC North roster is the most talented. The running back position has changed as much, if not more, than any other position in football over the past … The post NFC North Rankings: Running Back appeared first on Vikings Territory.

On this episode of the purpleJOURNAL Podcast the fellas discuss co-host Joe Oberle’s first-person experiences at this week’s OTA’s, from Holton Hill to Dalvin Cook, the rough week Kirk Cousins has had (thanks to pressure from the defensive line… Ruh Roh), Laquon Treadwell’s time with the first team, the golf outing the team had (that … The post The purpleJOURNAL Podcast – The Third Week of OTA’s Edition [Holton Hill, Laquon Treadwell, Dalvin Cook, Cousins’ “Struggles” and Much, Much More!] appeared first on Vikings Territory.

This is the first article in a series that will break down where the Minnesota Vikings rank at each position within the NFC North and ultimately decide which NFC North roster is the most talented. Quarterback play has rarely been the calling card for the “Black and Blue” division over the past couple of decades. … The post NFC North Rankings: Quarterback appeared first on Vikings Territory.

Editor’s Note: This Article originally appeared on purplePTSD.com. To discuss this and every other VikingsTerritory.com/purplePTSD.com article (and every pertinent Vikings topic), check out our new Message Board! Perhaps outside of Kirk Cousins and Dalvin Cook, the most talked about Viking so far in the three weeks of organized team activities has been third-year receiver and … The post Could 2018 be the Year of Treadwell? appeared first on Vikings Territory.

The Minnesota Vikings are continuing with their regular campaign on the field while off the field the board is making all the necessary moves in order to bring in more talent to strengthen the team. However, today’s news is not about anything to do with the Minnesota Vikings but rather something to do with another type … The post American Football Aside, June is the Month for European Football appeared first on Vikings Territory.

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from www.purplePTSD writer and editor of purplePTSD and VikingsTerritory, Joe Oberle. Week three of OTAs for the Vikings is taking place at TCO performance Center, and where week one was lowlighted by the people missing (Anthony Barr, and Dalvin Cook with no helmet) it was highlighted by sightings of … The post Week 3 OTAs Roundup–Vikes are Cook(in’) Again appeared first on Vikings Territory.