Mike Zimmer calls Gary Kubiak 'the best thing that's ever happened to me since I've been here'

Mike Zimmer calls Gary Kubiak 'the best thing that's ever happened to me since I've been here'

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said Wednesday assistant head coach and offensive advisor Gary Kubiak is "the best thing that's ever happened to me since I've been here." The Vikings are 7-3 and have the best running back in the NFL in Dalvin Cook.

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said Wednesday assistant head coach and offensive advisor Gary Kubiak is "the best thing that's ever happened to me since I've been here." The Vikings are 7-3 and have the best running back in the NFL in Dalvin Cook.

Vikings RB Dalvin Cook earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week after win over Cowboys

Vikings RB Dalvin Cook earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week after win over Cowboys

Fresh off recording 183 total yards and a touchdown in a 28-24 win at Dallas on Sunday Night Football, Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week on Wednesday.

Fresh off recording 183 total yards and a touchdown in a 28-24 win at Dallas on Sunday Night Football, Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week on Wednesday.

Takeaways: Vikings beat Cowboys, 28-24

Takeaways: Vikings beat Cowboys, 28-24

The Minnesota Vikings made a statement Sunday night with a 28-24 win in prime time, on the national stage on the road against a Dallas Cowboys team that will likely be in the NFC Playoffs.

The Minnesota Vikings made a statement Sunday night with a 28-24 win in prime time, on the national stage on the road against a Dallas Cowboys team that will likely be in the NFC Playoffs.

'It's a lineman's dream': Vikings use strong run game to beat Cowboys

'It's a lineman's dream': Vikings use strong run game to beat Cowboys

The Vikings ran the ball 10 straight times, including a Dalvin Cook touchdown on 4th-and-goal from the 1, on the game-winning drive at Dallas Sunday night. The offensive line and run game imposed its will on the Cowboys' defense.

The Vikings ran the ball 10 straight times, including a Dalvin Cook touchdown on 4th-and-goal from the 1, on the game-winning drive at Dallas Sunday night. The offensive line and run game imposed its will on the Cowboys' defense.

'We fought like crazy': Cousins, Cook lead Vikings to 28-24 road win over Cowboys

'We fought like crazy': Cousins, Cook lead Vikings to 28-24 road win over Cowboys

The Vikings finished off a thrilling weekend of Minnesota football with a 28-24 road win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football to improve to 7-3 on the season.

The Vikings finished off a thrilling weekend of Minnesota football with a 28-24 road win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football to improve to 7-3 on the season.

'Awesome having Dejo back here': Andrew Sendejo makes his return to Vikings

'Awesome having Dejo back here': Andrew Sendejo makes his return to Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings claimed nine-year veteran Andrew Sendejo on Wednesday after he was cut by the Philadelphia Eagles. Sendejo spent eight previous seasons with the Vikings.

The Minnesota Vikings claimed nine-year veteran Andrew Sendejo on Wednesday after he was cut by the Philadelphia Eagles. Sendejo spent eight previous seasons with the Vikings.

'It's not the end of the world': Vikings moving on from loss to Chiefs

'It's not the end of the world': Vikings moving on from loss to Chiefs

The Vikings had several missed opportunities in a 26-23 loss at Kansas City on Sunday, with two of their next three games on the road after having a four-game win streak snapped.

The Vikings had several missed opportunities in a 26-23 loss at Kansas City on Sunday, with two of their next three games on the road after having a four-game win streak snapped.

Vikings drop to 6-3, 4-game win streak snapped after 26-23 loss to Chiefs

Vikings drop to 6-3, 4-game win streak snapped after 26-23 loss to Chiefs

The Minnesota Vikings had their four-game win streak come to an end Sunday in a 26-23 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Harrison Butker made four field goals on the day, including a 44-yarder as time expired to win the game for the Chiefs.

The Minnesota Vikings had their four-game win streak come to an end Sunday in a 26-23 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Harrison Butker made four field goals on the day, including a 44-yarder as time expired to win the game for the Chiefs.

With 8 games left, Vikings 'have to prove everything'

With 8 games left, Vikings 'have to prove everything'

The Vikings open the back half of their schedule, which includes teams with a combined 33-27-1 record, at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs

The Vikings open the back half of their schedule, which includes teams with a combined 33-27-1 record, at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs

Kirk Cousins named NFC Offensive Player of the Month, Thielen returns to practice

Kirk Cousins named NFC Offensive Player of the Month, Thielen returns to practice

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Month for October on Tuesday. He threw for 1,262 yards and 10 touchdowns with just one interception in leading Minnesota to four straight wins.

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Month for October on Tuesday. He threw for 1,262 yards and 10 touchdowns with just one interception in leading Minnesota to four straight wins.

Vikings' Adam Thielen thanks young fan who got emotional over his injury

Vikings' Adam Thielen thanks young fan who got emotional over his injury

It was just too much for one young fan when she learned last week that Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Adam Thielen was going to be out for their game against Washington. 

It was just too much for one young fan when she learned last week that Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Adam Thielen was going to be out for their game against Washington. 

Vikings' Kearse charged with DWI, carrying pistol without permit

Vikings' Kearse charged with DWI, carrying pistol without permit

Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse is charged after he allegedly drove a vehicle while under the influence over the weekend.

Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse is charged after he allegedly drove a vehicle while under the influence over the weekend.

Thursday Night Football on FOX: 49ers at Cardinals

Thursday Night Football on FOX: 49ers at Cardinals

Week 9 brings an NFC West showdown to Thursday Night Football on FOX as the undefeated San Francisco 49ers travel to Arizona to take on the Cardinals.

Week 9 brings an NFC West showdown to Thursday Night Football on FOX as the undefeated San Francisco 49ers travel to Arizona to take on the Cardinals.

Vikings' Jayron Kearse apologizes for arrest: 'I made a bad decision'

Vikings' Jayron Kearse apologizes for arrest: 'I made a bad decision'

Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse issued a public apology to reporters at TCO Performance Center on Monday after being arrested over the weekend on suspicion of drunk driving and carrying a firearm without a permit.

Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse issued a public apology to reporters at TCO Performance Center on Monday after being arrested over the weekend on suspicion of drunk driving and carrying a firearm without a permit.

Cook's 171 total yards, TD lead Vikings past Redskins 19-9

Cook's 171 total yards, TD lead Vikings past Redskins 19-9

Dalvin Cook had 171 total yards and the only touchdown of the game as the Vikings beat the Washington Redskins 19-9 Thursday night to improve to 6-2 on the season. The Vikings have won four straight.

Dalvin Cook had 171 total yards and the only touchdown of the game as the Vikings beat the Washington Redskins 19-9 Thursday night to improve to 6-2 on the season. The Vikings have won four straight.