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FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins runs from Chicago Bears linebacker Isaiah Irving, right, during the second half of an NFL football game, in Minneapolis. Once again, Minnesota's biggest need in the draft is up front. The Vikings have used a first-round pick on an offensive lineman only once, in 2012, in the last 16 years, but they're due for an upgrade next week. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)

With O-line still in flux, Vikings have clear need in draft

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Minnesota businessman suspected of killing wife, then self

Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 10, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings' Adam Thielen runs with the ball after a reception against the Seattle Seahawks in the second half of an NFL football game in Seattle. The Vikings and wide receiver Thielen have agreed in principle to a four-year contract extension valued at $64 million. The Vikings announced the deal Friday, April 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)

Vikings, Thielen agree to 4-year, $64M extension

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

This aerial photo shows Irwin Jacobs home in Orono, Minn., Wednesday, April 20, 2019. Authorities are investigating the deaths of two people found at the Lake Minnetonka mansion of Irwin Jacobs, a prominent Minnesota businessman who once owned a minority share in the Minnesota Vikings NFL team. (Aaron Lavinsky/Star Tribune via AP)

Children confirm deaths of Minnesota businessman, wife

Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr chases the action during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. The Vikings are keeping the heart of their defense intact with a hefty commitment to linebacker Anthony Barr, who changed his mind after an initial agreement to join the New York Jets. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini, File)

Relieved Barr remains a Viking after uneasy pledge to Jets

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr chases the action during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. The Vikings are keeping the heart of their defense intact with a hefty commitment to linebacker Anthony Barr, who changed his mind after an initial agreement to join the New York Jets. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini, File)

AP source: Vikings keep LB Barr in place on 5-year deal

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Friday, Aug. 24, 2018 file photo,Minnesota Vikings defensive back Andrew Sendejo walks on the sidelines during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Vikings have released right guard Mike Remmers and declined an option on safety Andrew Sendejo's contract, clearing more than $10 million in space under their salary cap. The moves were made Monday, March 11, 2019 when NFL teams could begin negotiating deals with players eligible for unrestricted free agency on Wednesday. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)

Cap-tight Vikings clear space by cutting Remmers, Sendejo

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Texas Christian receiver Josh Doctson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Redskins have a major need at wide receiver, but finding immediate impact in draft isn’t easy

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018 file photo, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins warms up before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Minneapolis. Giving quarterbacks big money doesn't guarantee success or even playoff appearances. The NFL's six highest-paid quarterbacks in 2018 will be spectators this postseason. Green Bay's Aaron Rodgers ($33.5 million), Atlanta's Matt Ryan ($30 million), Minnesota's Kirk Cousins ($28 million), San Francisco's Jimmy Garoppolo ($27.5 million), Detroit's Matthew Stafford ($27 million) and Oakland's Derek Carr ($25 million) couldn't lead their teams to the playoffs. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn) ** FILE **

Kirk Cousins dunked on by fans after asking what he should give away

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2013, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback coach Wade Wilson calls a play during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys say former NFL quarterback and longtime assistant coach Wade Wilson passed away Friday, Feb. 1, 2019, at his home in Coppell, Texas. The team didn’t specify a cause of death for Wilson, who died on his 60th birthday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)

Ex-NFL QB, assistant coach Wade Wilson dies on 60th birthday

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Minneapolis. Zimmer's fifth season as head coach of the Vikings ended with plenty of questions about the team's direction and without the playoffs. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)

Zimmer couldn’t figure out why Vikings had ‘different vibe’

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins, right, greets Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy, left, after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Vikings go back to drawing board after latest disappointment

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Chicago Bears wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (18) catches a pass over Minnesota Vikings defensive back Holton Hill (24) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Pedal-down Bears keep Vikings out of playoffs with 24-10 win

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady passes under pressure from the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

The Latest: Colts lead Titans at the half 17-10

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

File-This Nov. 18, 2018, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looking for a receiver during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Chicago. The Vikings need to beat division champion Chicago this weekend to ensure their place in the playoffs, putting the pressure on Cousins to prove his worth as the franchise quarterback. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

Finally, a Bears-Vikings finale in Minnesota with meaning

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

File-This Nov. 18, 2018, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looking for a receiver during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Chicago. The Vikings need to beat division champion Chicago this weekend to ensure their place in the playoffs, putting the pressure on Cousins to prove his worth as the franchise quarterback. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

As Vikes face rematch with Bears, Cousins feels the pressure

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph reacts after his 44-yard reception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)

Vikings beat Lions 27-9 to move step closer to playoffs

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter, left, celebrates with teammate Anthony Barr (55) after sacking Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers during the second half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis. Minnesota's defense has been dominant down the stretch, and the Vikings have three Pro Bowlers on that side of the ball to show for it with Danielle Hunter, Anthony Barr and Harrison Smith. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)

Vikings take playoff push to Detroit to face Lions

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (33) runs from Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Jerome Baker during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)

Cook carries Vikings past Dolphins 41-17

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Seattle Seahawks' Bobby Wagner (54) leaps to block a field goal attempt by Minnesota Vikings' Dan Bailey in the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Vikings offense continues to be missing in loss to Seattle

By TIM BOOTH - Associated Press