The Vikings stepped on the gas and didn't let off as quarterback Kirk Cousins closed out a 27-20 win against the Chargers. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Jim Souhan recap the win from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, where once again Mike Zimmer's squad keeps things interesting.

Running back Dalvin Cook's legal matter and the internal spread of COVID-19 are among the Vikings' off-field concerns as they prepare for the Chargers on Sunday. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the Star Tribune's reporting on the lawsuit against Cook, as well as a COVID outbreak that has left one player hospitalized.

The Vikings lost another close game on Sunday, 34-31, in overtime to the Ravens, meaning they're 2-5 in one-score games. They're talented enough to be in these games, but some familiar problems remain. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Jim Souhan discuss the offensive coaching and quarterback Kirk Cousins. Also, did a depleted defense do well while causing pressure and turnovers, but allowing 500 yards? (They say yes.)

This Vikings team appears headed toward another cold winter after news of Danielle Hunter's season-ending injury came after an inexcusable loss to Cooper Rush's Cowboys. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand discuss Mike Zimmer's challenge ahead, and uncharacteristic flaws they need to fix quickly.

The Vikings defense let Cooper Rush march down the field at the end to win the game. The Vikings offense wasn't any better after an opening touchdown drive. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Chip Scoggins recap the 20-16 loss from U.S. Bank Stadium, where Mike Zimmer had one of the worst losses of his coaching tenure in Minnesota.

National television on Halloween night sets a grand stage for the Vikings against the Cowboys. Will the bright lights and Dallas talent give us a better grasp on this 2021 defense? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand preview Sunday night's game, and answer your questions in the weekly mailbag.

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand take stock of the 3-3 Vikings at the bye week, including the recent loss of cornerback Patrick Peterson and quarterback Kirk Cousins' stellar play. Will Cousins keep it up? And could that alter the long-term outlook?

This Vikings team is obviously talented, so why can't they put it all together in a convincing win? Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Chip Scoggins recap a rollercoaster afternoon from Bank of America Stadium, where the Vikings needed nearly 600 yards and overtime to dispatch the Panthers.

The Vikings offense has a clear identity whether running back Dalvin Cook or Alexander Mattison starts, but there are adjustments to be made both big and small after five games. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Michael Rand discuss coordinator Klint Kubiak's play calling, the left tackle rotation with Rashod Hill and Christian Darrisaw, and more.

The Vikings narrowly escaped with a win against the winless Lions, as quarterback Kirk Cousins marched down the field in three throws to set up a game-winning field goal. Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer, and Jim Souhan discuss the confidence in the Vikings offense, or perhaps lack thereof from the coaching staff, from U.S. Bank Stadium after the game.