The Vikings activated their best cornerback from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Thursday Night's matchup with the Steelers.

The Vikings have placed Patrick Peterson on injured reserve after the veteran CB sustained a hamstring injury against the Panthers in Week 6.

Falcons WR Calvin Ridley is returning to the practice field for the first time since missing Week 5 due to a personal matter. Plus, other news from around the NFL.

Jim Trotter examines the highly decorated 2011 NFL Draft class' place in history a decade after it entered the league and discusses the topic with some members of the group who are still adding to their legacy.

One decade after they began their NFL careers, how do Von Miller and Julio Jones compare to their fellow members of the 2011 rookie class RIGHT NOW? Gil Brandt ranks the 11 best members of the 2011 rookie class heading into the 2021 NFL season. 

Can Ryan Fitzpatrick stabilize Washington's offense? Is A.J. Green on the verge of a renaissance in Arizona? Gil Brandt lists 12 one-year contracts that will pay off in the 2021 NFL season.

After a poor performance last season, a restocked Minnesota Vikings defense is determined to return to the dominant form it once embodied under Mike Zimmer, Jeffri Chadiha writes.

Will Justin Fields force the Bears to start him? Will Aaron Rodgers force the Packers to trade him? And who DOESN'T have cornerback questions in the NFC North? Tom Blair provides a training camp preview for the division, with position battles and key players to watch across all four rosters.

Will Cam Newton rebound in his second season with the Patriots? Are we about to see a rejuvenated J.J. Watt? Gil Brandt highlights nine players guaranteed to play better in 2021.

The NBA's conference finals are chock-full of new blood. This got Adam Schein thinking about the 12 NFL teams that have never won a Super Bowl. Who has the best chance to hoist that first Lombardi Trophy at the end of the 2021 season? Check out the rankings.

Can Mike Zimmer and the Vikings push the Packers for the NFC North title, regardless of Aaron Rodgers' status? Adam Rank takes stock of where Minnesota stands heading toward the 2021 season.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks unveils his ranking of the NFL's top five pass-catching tandems in the wake of the Julio Jones trade. Plus, why the confidence of one key Cowboys player is justified and a look at how the Vikings could bounce back on defense. 

In Week 2, Patrick Peterson and the Vikings will face the host Arizona Cardinals as the three-time former All-Pro will look to stymie Kyler Murray and the Cards offense after playing with the team for a decade. 

Will rookies Justin Fields and Teven Jenkins spark a breakthrough by the Bears? Can the Vikings overcome some major question marks? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every team in the NFC North.

NFL.com is tracking all of the jersey number changes this offseason after owners approved a proposal allowing for expanded uniform numbers for certain positions.

Days after the NFL approved the proposal on changes to jersey numbers, Vikings CB Patrick Peterson has decided to don his old number from his days as a star at LSU.

After three months of firings and hirings, cuts and signings, Marc Sessler breaks down the NFC hierarchy heading into the 2021 NFL Draft. Did anyone gain ground on the Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers? Which teams are a work in progress?

How much will Matthew Stafford elevate the Rams? Will the Seahawks rebound from a rocky offseason? Adam Maya provides the biggest offseason addition, most impactful loss and top draft priority for each NFC West team.

Tua Tagovailoa, A.J. Green and Patrick Peterson have plenty of doubters these days, but one man remains optimistic. Adam Schein spotlights nine notable players he still believes in.

Will Andy Dalton upgrade the Bears' offense? Can Jared Goff be more than a bridge for the Lions? Grant Gordon takes stock of the NFC North ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft.

Following the trials and tribulations of 2020, Minnesota head coach Mike Zimmer is excited to tackle the 2021 campaign with a host of new defensive players. 

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explains why the Patriots' throwback approach should frighten the rest of the NFL. Plus, five surprising free-agent signings and more.

The 10-year pro and eight-time Pro Bowler is leaving the Arizona Cardinals and signing with the Minnesota Vikings on a one-year deal worth $10 million, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

Gregg Rosenthal spotlights winners and losers from the official start of the 2021 NFL free agency period -- including some quarterbacks who are surely breathing easier after moves involving Trent Williams and Rodney Hudson.

Will Patrick Peterson be a star or liability? Can JuJu Smith-Schuster prove the last two years were an aberration? Gil Brandt takes a close look at 10 boom-or-bust free agents.

Watch the eight longest touchdowns from Week 18 that produced the winning $5M NFL Numbers presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Play free at NFL.com/numbers

Watch the 10 best highlight plays made by the Minnesota Vikings in the 2021 NFL season.

The "Good Morning Football" crew breaks down longest plays of Week 18.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson's first Vikings TD comes on pick-six in Week 18.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson, linebackers Anthony Barr and Eric Kendricks all expected to return for 'TNF' vs. Pittsburgh Steeleers.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that Minnesota Vikings 'have not entirely slammed the door' on running back Dalvin Cook playing vs. Pittsburgh Steelers.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus stiff-arms Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson out of the way on 21-yard gain.

NFL Network's Jim Trotter looks back at the historic 2011 NFL Draft class ten years later.

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith and cornerback Patrick Peterson discuss scrimmaging against the Denver Broncos ahead of their preseason contest.

NFL Network's Michael Robinson and Lorenzo Alexander discuss players who could play on offense and defense in the NFL.

Patrick Peterson switching to jersey No. 7 with Minnesota Vikings.

The "Around the NFL" crew discuss the Minnesota Vikings entering the 2021 NFL Draft.

Cornerback Patrick Peterson looks forward to aggressiveness on defense with Minnesota Vikings.

Cornerback Patrick Peterson shares how head coach Mike Zimmer influenced my decision to join Minnesota Vikings.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport shares the Minnesota Vikings deal with cornerback Patrick Peterson.

NFL Network's Willie McGinest reacts to cornerback Patrick Peterson signing with Vikings.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger, Brian Billick and Steve Smith Sr. discuss which free agents will make the biggest impact in 2021.

NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal lists four 2021 free agents who could be overpriced.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall's Top 3 defensive backs worth pursuing this offseason.

NFL Network's Terrell Davis and DeAngelo Hall share their free agency bold predictions.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses possible landing spots for Arizona Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall, Mike Garafolon share two new team fits for cornerback Patrick Peterson.

NFL Network's Steve Wyche breaks down Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson's future with the Cardinals.

Arizona Cardianls cornerback Patrick Peterson prevents surefire TD with key pass breakup.

Watch some of Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf's reps against Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson from their matchup on "Thursday Night Football" in Week 11.