Retirement of NFL Player Michael Pierce

Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce announces retirement from the NFL after nearly a decade in the league. Pierce, 32, spent nine years in the NFL, with seven seasons with the Ravens and one with the Minnesota Vikings. He opted out in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

NFL contingency plans for Rams-Vikings playoff game due to Los Angeles wildfires

The NFL is monitoring the wildfire situation in Los Angeles and has contingency plans to move the Rams-Vikings playoff game from SoFi Stadium in LA to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona if needed.

NFL Preseason Game Highlights: Vikings vs. Raiders

Vikings head coach has a lighthearted exchange with wide receiver Justin Jefferson who was wearing a microphone during a preseason game. Jefferson successfully predicts a touchdown play. Rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy has a mixed but promising preseason debut. Vikings win with a field goal to end their 10-game preseason losing streak.