T.J. Hockenson proves perfect fit for Vikings’ offense
December 28, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — When tight end Irv Smith Jr. injured an ankle in Week 8, the Minnesota Vikings quickly added T.J. Hockenson in a trade with Detroit.
Smith got hurt two days before the trade deadline, but Minnesota knew the importance of the tight end spot and identified Hockenson’s availability and potential to fill a pivotal role.
Vikings acquire tight end TJ Hockenson in trade with Lions
November 1, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings acquired tight end T.J. Hockenson from the division rival Detroit Lions a few hours before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, giving the NFC North leader another skill-position standout for a high-caliber offense.
Vikings TE Irv Smith Jr. has thumb surgery, aims for opener
August 3, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. will miss the remainder of the preseason after having surgery on his injured thumb.
Coach Kevin O'Connell announced that Smith had the procedure done Tuesday after getting hurt during practice Monday.
Vikings value return of rejuvenated tight end Irv Smith Jr.
July 30, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The evidence of Irv Smith Jr.'s rejuvenated outlook jumps out from underneath his chinstrap, an ink outline of a butterfly on the left side of his neck that signifies a fresh start.
Vikings TE Smith likely done for season after knee surgery
September 1, 2021 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings are bracing for the season-long absence of on-the-rise tight end Irv Smith Jr., after knee surgery Wednesday for a torn meniscus.
Vikings top Seahawks 25-19 behind crisp preseason passing
August 19, 2019 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The pressure is on Minnesota's offense to improve, and a more productive passing attack will depend partially on a diversified group of targets for Kirk Cousins.
Some of that depth was on display Sunday night against Seattle...