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The Vikings Are the True Test Case For the NFL's Trench Trend

2 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Tony Abbott

Trends in the NFL come and go in a league where 32 teams are always looking to be on the cutting edge of a new winning formula. Some trends stick around, like the last two decades’ increased emphasis on passing. Many more go the way of the Wildcat offense or employing Russell Wilson. The gridiron is a laboratory that validates solid strategies and dismantles flashes in the pan. Their primary experiment this season is the Trench Trend.
Payton Eeles's Lingering Knee Injury Weighed On His Psyche

2 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Theo Tollefson

St. Paul – The time has finally come for everybody’s favorite under-the-radar prospect to return to the St. Paul Saints’ everyday lineup. The Saints activated infielder Payton Eeles from the 7-day IL after he missed the first two months recovering from knee surgery that addressed a cartilage issue. It was an injury that rest typically heals, but when that wasn’t the case for Eeles. He knew he would have to have surgery.
Locked On Twins: Minnesota Twins get up early, stay up late vs. Athletics

3 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Brandon Warne

The Twins jumped out to a 6-0 lead before things got dicey in the fifth, but ultimately held on to beat the Athletics in Sacramento on Monday, 10-4. In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@Brandon_Warne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including the Joe Ryan Experience taking another ride, Byron Buxton driving in five runs and a look into how the Athletics have faltered so badly of late.
T.J. Hockenson Is Primed For A Career Resurgence With J.J. McCarthy Under Center

3 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Tyler Ireland

T.J. Hockenson is entering his fourth season with the Minnesota Vikings and has displayed inconsistent production. When Kwesi Adofo-Mensah traded for Hockenson in the middle of the 2022 season, he was playing at an elite level. From Weeks 9 to 18, Hockenson tallied 60 receptions for 519 receiving yards, ranking 25th amongst all receivers.
Mecole Hardman's Pathway To A Roster Spot Starts With Returning Kicks

4 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Felipe Reis |Felipe Reis Aceti

After showing real promise in 2023, the Green Bay Packers’ receiving corps took a step back in 2024. The group finished with the third-most drops in the league and struggled to gain separation against man coverage, especially when Christian Watson wasn’t on the field. Romeo Doubs and Watson are entering the final year of their rookie contracts.
Locked On Twins: Walk-off blues — Minnesota Twins fall in series finale, drop 2 of 3 vs. Seattle Mariners - Zone Coverage

4 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Brandon Warne

Share on TwitterShare on FacebookFollow us on LinkedIn The Twins staged an epic comeback against the Mariners on Friday night, and then were walked off twice to wrap up the weekend before heading to Sacramento.
J.J. McCarthy Bulked Up In His “Lonely Hours” Last Year

4 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Tom Schreier

J.J. McCarthy was sorry. He had kept the media waiting while he finished his workout. Sweat dripped off his face as he expressed gratitude for his teammates attending organized team activities (OTAs). “I honestly feel physically bigger, faster, and stronger,” he said regarding his rehab after tearing his meniscus last year. McCarthy flashed stardom in his first preseason game. However, he became the only first-round quarterback to miss his rookie season in the common draft era (since 1967).
Tiny Nick's Gambling Picks 05/31

6 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Nick Hamaty

LocksNBA (1 Unit) NY Knicks @ Indiana Pacers -1 First Quarter (-110; Odds via DraftKings): 7:00 PM CT on TNTThere’s been a definite home court boost early in games for this series, and I’m playing that angle again here to look for a solid start out of Indiana. Home teams are 5-0 to this number in the series, so the home cooking is a real thing.
The Vikings Were Always Going To Extend Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s Contract

6 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Chris Schad

When the Minnesota Vikings hired Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, it was a big gamble by the team’s ownership. They had just said goodbye to the successful but explosive partnership between Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman and weren’t interested in a long-term rebuild. While some reporting had suggested that Ryan Poles was their first choice for the job, they had to pivot when he chose the Chicago Bears.
The Wolves Need A Gear They May Not Have

6 days ago | zonecoverage.com | Tom Schreier

With 6:34 remaining in Game 5, it became evident that this might be the last time we see the Minnesota Timberwolves’ core together. With the Oklahoma City Thunder leading 106-72, Chris Finch sent Rob Dillingham, Jaylen Clark, Josh Minott, and Luka Garza in off the bench. The sand in Minnesota’s hourglass had run out, and rotation players from this year’s team may disperse this offseason. Julius Randle had a $31 million player option.