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Vikings rule out RB Mattison, RT O'Neill, move Dobbs to QB3
The Minnesota Vikings will be without running back Alexander Mattison and right tackle Brian O'Neill in their upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Mattison and O'Neill both suffered ankle injuries in the Vikings' previous game and did not practice this week. Ty Chandler will take over as the lead running back, with Kene Nwangwu and C.J. Ham also available for carries. David Quessenberry will replace O'Neill in the lineup. Quarterback Nick Mullens will be the fourth different starter at the position in a seven-game stretch. Joshua Dobbs will serve as the emergency No. 3 quarterback, with Jaren Hall as the backup to Mullens.
The Minnesota Vikings will be without running back Alexander Mattison and right tackle Brian O'Neill in their upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Mattison and O'Neill both suffered ankle injuries in the Vikings' previous game and did not practice this week. Ty Chandler will take over as the lead running back, with Kene Nwangwu and C.J. Ham also available for carries. David Quessenberry will replace O'Neill in the lineup. Quarterback Nick Mullens will be the fourth different starter at the position in a seven-game stretch. Joshua Dobbs will serve as the emergency No. 3 quarterback, with Jaren Hall as the backup to Mullens.
Vikings to Replace Joshua Dobbs with Nick Mullens at QB in Week 15
The Vikings will be making a change at the QB position in Week 15, replacing Joshua Dobbs with backup Nick Mullens. Dobbs has struggled in recent games and was benched in the fourth quarter of the last game. From a fantasy perspective, Mullens is not recommended for lineups outside of deep 2QB/superflex leagues.
The Vikings will be making a change at the QB position in Week 15, replacing Joshua Dobbs with backup Nick Mullens. Dobbs has struggled in recent games and was benched in the fourth quarter of the last game. From a fantasy perspective, Mullens is not recommended for lineups outside of deep 2QB/superflex leagues.
Joshua Dobbs - Loses hold of starting gig
Joshua Dobbs will move into a backup role for the Minnesota Vikings' Week 15 game against the Bengals, with Nick Mullens named as the starting quarterback. Dobbs' standing as the starter was already in question after a poor performance in Week 12, and he failed to rebound in Week 14 before getting benched. Mullens will now get his first start with the Vikings.
Joshua Dobbs will move into a backup role for the Minnesota Vikings' Week 15 game against the Bengals, with Nick Mullens named as the starting quarterback. Dobbs' standing as the starter was already in question after a poor performance in Week 12, and he failed to rebound in Week 14 before getting benched. Mullens will now get his first start with the Vikings.
Vikings QB Joshua Dobbs Benched in Game
Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs was benched early in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Raiders. He had a poor performance, completing just 10 of 23 passes for 63 yards with no touchdowns. Nick Mullens replaced him, and it remains to be seen who the Vikings will start going forward.
Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs was benched early in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Raiders. He had a poor performance, completing just 10 of 23 passes for 63 yards with no touchdowns. Nick Mullens replaced him, and it remains to be seen who the Vikings will start going forward.
Joshua Dobbs - Will remain starter vs. Raiders
Joshua Dobbs will remain the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in their upcoming game against the Raiders. The coaching staff considered benching Dobbs after a poor performance in Week 12, but ultimately decided to stick with him. Dobbs had been productive in his previous three appearances, with at least one passing touchdown and one rushing touchdown in each game. The return of Justin Jefferson from injury could help boost Dobbs' production.
Joshua Dobbs will remain the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in their upcoming game against the Raiders. The coaching staff considered benching Dobbs after a poor performance in Week 12, but ultimately decided to stick with him. Dobbs had been productive in his previous three appearances, with at least one passing touchdown and one rushing touchdown in each game. The return of Justin Jefferson from injury could help boost Dobbs' production.
Joshua Dobbs - Vikings considering QB change
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said the team would evaluate Joshua Dobbs' four-game performance at quarterback before naming a starter for Week 14 after a bye week. Dobbs struggled and threw four interceptions in the previous game, leading to speculation about a potential quarterback change.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said the team would evaluate Joshua Dobbs' four-game performance at quarterback before naming a starter for Week 14 after a bye week. Dobbs struggled and threw four interceptions in the previous game, leading to speculation about a potential quarterback change.
Joshua Dobbs - Done in by turnovers Monday
Joshua Dobbs, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, had a rough game on Monday night, completing 22 of 32 passes for 185 yards with one touchdown and four interceptions in the Vikings' 12-10 loss to the Bears. He also rushed twice for 11 yards. Dobbs struggled with a low yards per attempt and his interceptions short-circuited drives. Despite his touchdown pass to T.J. Hockenson, Dobbs was outperformed by Justin Fields in leading a game-winning drive. Dobbs will take a 13:10 TD:INT ratio into a Week 14 road matchup against the Raiders after a Week 13 bye.
Joshua Dobbs, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, had a rough game on Monday night, completing 22 of 32 passes for 185 yards with one touchdown and four interceptions in the Vikings' 12-10 loss to the Bears. He also rushed twice for 11 yards. Dobbs struggled with a low yards per attempt and his interceptions short-circuited drives. Despite his touchdown pass to T.J. Hockenson, Dobbs was outperformed by Justin Fields in leading a game-winning drive. Dobbs will take a 13:10 TD:INT ratio into a Week 14 road matchup against the Raiders after a Week 13 bye.
Joshua Dobbs - Solid in Week 11 loss
Joshua Dobbs had a solid performance in the Vikings' Week 11 loss to the Broncos. He completed 20 of 32 passes for 221 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He also rushed eight times for 21 yards and a touchdown, but had issues with ball security, committing three fumbles and losing one. Despite the turnovers, Dobbs is expected to retain his starting job and will have the pending return of Justin Jefferson on his side in Week 12.
Joshua Dobbs had a solid performance in the Vikings' Week 11 loss to the Broncos. He completed 20 of 32 passes for 221 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He also rushed eight times for 21 yards and a touchdown, but had issues with ball security, committing three fumbles and losing one. Despite the turnovers, Dobbs is expected to retain his starting job and will have the pending return of Justin Jefferson on his side in Week 12.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson not activated off IR
The Vikings have decided not to activate WR Justin Jefferson off IR for this weekend's game against the Broncos. Jefferson's absence opens up opportunities for other players like TE T.J. Hockenson and WR Jordan Addison. QB Joshua Dobbs' upside is also affected.
The Vikings have decided not to activate WR Justin Jefferson off IR for this weekend's game against the Broncos. Jefferson's absence opens up opportunities for other players like TE T.J. Hockenson and WR Jordan Addison. QB Joshua Dobbs' upside is also affected.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Unlikely to Play Sunday
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is unlikely to play Sunday against the Broncos due to a hamstring injury. He is still ramping up his return, but would need to make significant progress to be available for the game. Fantasy owners should plan as though Jefferson will not be in the lineup.
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is unlikely to play Sunday against the Broncos due to a hamstring injury. He is still ramping up his return, but would need to make significant progress to be available for the game. Fantasy owners should plan as though Jefferson will not be in the lineup.
Joshua Dobbs Impresses in Week 10, Worth Considering as Streaming Option
Joshua Dobbs, quarterback for the Vikings, had a strong performance in Week 10, completing 23 of 34 attempts for 268 yards and 1 touchdown. He also rushed for 44 yards and a touchdown, marking the sixth time this season that he has rushed for 40+ yards in a game. Dobbs has now scored a rushing touchdown in four consecutive games. With upcoming games against weak defenses, Dobbs is worth considering as a streaming option for fantasy football managers.
Joshua Dobbs, quarterback for the Vikings, had a strong performance in Week 10, completing 23 of 34 attempts for 268 yards and 1 touchdown. He also rushed for 44 yards and a touchdown, marking the sixth time this season that he has rushed for 40+ yards in a game. Dobbs has now scored a rushing touchdown in four consecutive games. With upcoming games against weak defenses, Dobbs is worth considering as a streaming option for fantasy football managers.
Vikings' Joshua Dobbs escapes Saints defense to rush for a score
Quarterback Joshua Dobbs continues to make magic for the Minnesota Vikings, scoring a spectacular 7-yard rushing touchdown against the New Orleans Saints. Dobbs ran for a total of 30 yards on five carries, bringing his rushing touchdown streak to four consecutive games.
Quarterback Joshua Dobbs continues to make magic for the Minnesota Vikings, scoring a spectacular 7-yard rushing touchdown against the New Orleans Saints. Dobbs ran for a total of 30 yards on five carries, bringing his rushing touchdown streak to four consecutive games.
Vikings QB Joshua Dobbs to start Sunday against Saints
Joshua Dobbs will start the team's Week 10 game against the New Orleans Saints, coach Kevin O'Connell said, with veteran Sean Mannion as the likeliest backup. Rookie Jaren Hall, whose first-quarter concussion Sunday opened the door for Dobbs to play just five days after the Vikings acquired him, is in concussion protocol.
Joshua Dobbs will start the team's Week 10 game against the New Orleans Saints, coach Kevin O'Connell said, with veteran Sean Mannion as the likeliest backup. Rookie Jaren Hall, whose first-quarter concussion Sunday opened the door for Dobbs to play just five days after the Vikings acquired him, is in concussion protocol.
Joshua Dobbs - Set to receive first-team reps
Joshua Dobbs, the quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, will be receiving first-team reps in practice, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. This comes as Jaren Hall is in the concussion protocol and Dobbs led the Vikings to a victory in his first appearance with the team. However, Dobbs will need to improve after taking a sack in the end zone during his last game. Nick Mullens may also return to practice this week, giving the Vikings multiple options at quarterback following Kirk Cousins' season-ending injury.
Joshua Dobbs, the quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, will be receiving first-team reps in practice, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. This comes as Jaren Hall is in the concussion protocol and Dobbs led the Vikings to a victory in his first appearance with the team. However, Dobbs will need to improve after taking a sack in the end zone during his last game. Nick Mullens may also return to practice this week, giving the Vikings multiple options at quarterback following Kirk Cousins' season-ending injury.
Vikings to Start QB Joshua Dobbs Against Saints
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell announced that he expects to start QB Joshua Dobbs next Sunday against the Saints. Dobbs had an impressive performance in Week 9, throwing for 158 yards, running for 66 yards, and totaling 3 TDs. However, he averaged just 5.3 yards per pass attempt, fumbled three times, and took a safety. Dobbs has a chance to put up good fantasy numbers against the Saints, but his matchups in Week 11 and Week 12 look more favorable.
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell announced that he expects to start QB Joshua Dobbs next Sunday against the Saints. Dobbs had an impressive performance in Week 9, throwing for 158 yards, running for 66 yards, and totaling 3 TDs. However, he averaged just 5.3 yards per pass attempt, fumbled three times, and took a safety. Dobbs has a chance to put up good fantasy numbers against the Saints, but his matchups in Week 11 and Week 12 look more favorable.
Joshua Dobbs Impresses in Week 9 Performance
In Week 9, Vikings QB Joshua Dobbs had an impressive performance, completing 20 of 30 passes for 158 yards and 2 TDs. He also rushed for 66 yards and another score. Dobbs, who was acquired in a trade from the Cardinals, stepped in for an injured QB and put together a strong performance. He has the potential to be a quality QB2/streaming option for fantasy football.
In Week 9, Vikings QB Joshua Dobbs had an impressive performance, completing 20 of 30 passes for 158 yards and 2 TDs. He also rushed for 66 yards and another score. Dobbs, who was acquired in a trade from the Cardinals, stepped in for an injured QB and put together a strong performance. He has the potential to be a quality QB2/streaming option for fantasy football.
Jaren Hall - Exits Sunday's contest
Jaren Hall, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, exited Sunday's game against the Falcons due to a concussion. Prior to leaving the game, Hall completed five of his six passing attempts for 78 yards and had two carries for 11 yards. Joshua Dobbs will take over at QB for the Vikings.
Jaren Hall, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, exited Sunday's game against the Falcons due to a concussion. Prior to leaving the game, Hall completed five of his six passing attempts for 78 yards and had two carries for 11 yards. Joshua Dobbs will take over at QB for the Vikings.
Kyler Murray 'working toward' debut as Cardinals decide on QB
The Arizona Cardinals are getting closer to naming a starting quarterback for their game against the Cleveland Browns. Coach Jonathan Gannon says Kyler Murray will have a 'big part' in the decision for when he should return from his ACL tear, but Murray is still working toward playing again. Gannon mentioned that Murray has been stacking good days and getting reps to be ready to play. The Cardinals will make an organizational decision on Murray's return, involving Gannon, general manager Monti Ossenfort, offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, and owner Michael Bidwill. Murray would have to be activated by Saturday to start on Sunday.
The Arizona Cardinals are getting closer to naming a starting quarterback for their game against the Cleveland Browns. Coach Jonathan Gannon says Kyler Murray will have a 'big part' in the decision for when he should return from his ACL tear, but Murray is still working toward playing again. Gannon mentioned that Murray has been stacking good days and getting reps to be ready to play. The Cardinals will make an organizational decision on Murray's return, involving Gannon, general manager Monti Ossenfort, offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, and owner Michael Bidwill. Murray would have to be activated by Saturday to start on Sunday.
Kirk Cousins undergoes surgery on torn Achilles
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had surgery to repair his torn right Achilles tendon. The Vikings confirmed the surgery and will provide updates on Cousins' recovery process. Cousins was having a strong season, leading the league in touchdown passes and ranking second in passing yards. His contract will void in March, but there is a desire to bring him back for the 2024 season. Rookie Jaren Hall will replace Cousins in the starting lineup, with veteran Joshua Dobbs as a backup option.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had surgery to repair his torn right Achilles tendon. The Vikings confirmed the surgery and will provide updates on Cousins' recovery process. Cousins was having a strong season, leading the league in touchdown passes and ranking second in passing yards. His contract will void in March, but there is a desire to bring him back for the 2024 season. Rookie Jaren Hall will replace Cousins in the starting lineup, with veteran Joshua Dobbs as a backup option.
Vikings acquire Joshua Dobbs with Kirk Cousins out
The Minnesota Vikings have acquired Joshua Dobbs from the Arizona Cardinals to address the quarterback position after Kirk Cousins' season-ending injury. The Cardinals traded Dobbs and a conditional seventh-round pick to the Vikings for a sixth-round pick. Dobbs has started the Cardinals' first eight games and has thrown for 1,569 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. The Vikings have won their past three games and Cousins was enjoying a strong season with 18 touchdown passes and 2,331 yards.
The Minnesota Vikings have acquired Joshua Dobbs from the Arizona Cardinals to address the quarterback position after Kirk Cousins' season-ending injury. The Cardinals traded Dobbs and a conditional seventh-round pick to the Vikings for a sixth-round pick. Dobbs has started the Cardinals' first eight games and has thrown for 1,569 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. The Vikings have won their past three games and Cousins was enjoying a strong season with 18 touchdown passes and 2,331 yards.
Vikings Trade for QB Joshua Dobbs
The Minnesota Vikings have acquired quarterback Joshua Dobbs from the Arizona Cardinals. Dobbs had a strong start in Arizona but struggled in recent weeks. He is expected to become the Vikings' starter, although he is considered a downgrade from Kirk Cousins. Dobbs is only recommended for 2-QB and superflex leagues.
The Minnesota Vikings have acquired quarterback Joshua Dobbs from the Arizona Cardinals. Dobbs had a strong start in Arizona but struggled in recent weeks. He is expected to become the Vikings' starter, although he is considered a downgrade from Kirk Cousins. Dobbs is only recommended for 2-QB and superflex leagues.
Joshua Dobbs Gets Moved to Minnesota
The Arizona Cardinals have traded quarterback Joshua Dobbs to the Minnesota Vikings. This comes after the Vikings lost their starting quarterback Kirk Cousins to a torn Achilles. It is unclear if Dobbs will start immediately over rookie Jaren Hall.
The Arizona Cardinals have traded quarterback Joshua Dobbs to the Minnesota Vikings. This comes after the Vikings lost their starting quarterback Kirk Cousins to a torn Achilles. It is unclear if Dobbs will start immediately over rookie Jaren Hall.
Cardinals bench Joshua Dobbs; Clayton Tune to start, per source
The Arizona Cardinals have benched quarterback Joshua Dobbs and plan to start rookie Clayton Tune against the Cleveland Browns. Dobbs' benching comes after coach Jonathan Gannon initially indicated that Dobbs would remain the starting quarterback. Tune will start if Kyler Murray is not ready to be activated from the PUP list, otherwise, he will serve as Murray's backup. Dobbs has thrown for 1,569 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions in the Cardinals' first eight games.
The Arizona Cardinals have benched quarterback Joshua Dobbs and plan to start rookie Clayton Tune against the Cleveland Browns. Dobbs' benching comes after coach Jonathan Gannon initially indicated that Dobbs would remain the starting quarterback. Tune will start if Kyler Murray is not ready to be activated from the PUP list, otherwise, he will serve as Murray's backup. Dobbs has thrown for 1,569 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions in the Cardinals' first eight games.
Joshua Dobbs - Not starting in Week 9
Coach Jonathan Gannon announced that Joshua Dobbs will not start in Week 9 for the Arizona Cardinals. After initially stating that Dobbs would remain the starter, Gannon has decided to go with either Kyler Murray or rookie Clayton Tune. Dobbs has completed 63% of his passes for 1,569 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions this season.
Coach Jonathan Gannon announced that Joshua Dobbs will not start in Week 9 for the Arizona Cardinals. After initially stating that Dobbs would remain the starter, Gannon has decided to go with either Kyler Murray or rookie Clayton Tune. Dobbs has completed 63% of his passes for 1,569 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions this season.
QB Joshua Dobbs to start for Cardinals again in Week 9
Joshua Dobbs will continue to be the starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9 against the Cleveland Browns. Coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed that Kyler Murray will not return from his ACL injury for at least another week. Dobbs expressed his excitement to start another game and his confidence in the team's fight. Despite some struggles, Gannon has confidence in Dobbs' performance this season.
Joshua Dobbs will continue to be the starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9 against the Cleveland Browns. Coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed that Kyler Murray will not return from his ACL injury for at least another week. Dobbs expressed his excitement to start another game and his confidence in the team's fight. Despite some struggles, Gannon has confidence in Dobbs' performance this season.