NFC, Vikings and Van Ginkel

NFL Week 16 winners, losers: Vikings have path to NFC's No. 1 seed
The Vikings currently stand as the NFC's top wild-card seed, but Minnesota could make a major leap in the playoff picture in the next two weeks.
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel wins NFC Defensive Player of the Week
The Minnesota Vikings are riding high after winning their eighth straight game on Sunday when they traveled to Seattle to face the Seahawks. It was a close game for the team, but they made enough plays in the second half to secure the win and continue their march to
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel: Logs pair of sacks against Seattle
Van Ginkel totaled five tackles (two solo), including 2.0 sacks, in Sunday's 27-24 Week 16 win against the Seahawks. Van Ginkel took over the game from a defensive standpoint in the fourth quarter, during which he notched four of his five stops.
Former Wisconsin linebacker named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
Former Wisconsin linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel was named the NFC’s Defensive Player of Week 16 on Tuesday. Van Ginkel, who played at Wisconsin from 2017-18, earned the designation for his contributions in the Minnesota Vikings’ 27-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
Edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel has been named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after his two fourth-quarter sacks against the Seattle Seahawks in a 27-24 win on Sunday. They were the only times that the Vikings defense brought down Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith,
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel earns accolade after Sunday's showing in Seattle
Van Ginkel has 11 sacks and 17 tackles for loss this season — both career highs — as he's putting the finishing touches on perhaps his best season as a pro.
Vikings edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel continues to make his presence felt
As many of his players have flown under the radar this season, defensive coordinator Brian Flores has used his weekly press conferences with the Vikings as a way to petition for them to get more recognition.
Vikings tie Lions for best record in NFC by beating Seahawks: Key takeaways
A late 39-yard touchdown from Sam Darnold to Justin Jefferson lifted the Vikings to their eighth straight win.
Vikings catch breaks for clearer path to NFC's top seed
With the Philadelphia Eagles losing to the Washington Commanders on Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings' path to the NFC's top seed ...
Vikings outlast Seahawks, stay tied atop NFC North
Sam Darnold threw a 39-yard touchdown pass down the left sideline to Justin Jefferson with 3:51 remaining as the Minnesota ...
Vikings win 7th straight to forge tie for NFC North lead with 30-12 blowout of reeling Bears
Aaron Jones and Cam Akers had touchdown runs in the second half to complement a smothering performance by the Minnesota ...
Why Vikings must be considered favorite to win NFC North over Lions, Packers
The Vikings have established themselves as more than a surprise team and could be in excellent position to win the NFC North ...
4 Vikings lead NFC position groups in Pro Bowl voting
A foursome of Vikings stars lead their respective positions in vote-getting for the 2025 Pro Bowl. With just one week of voting left, wide receiver Justin Jefferson, linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel, ...
Sunday's NFL: Sam Darnold, Vikings edge Seahawks to keep pace with Lions in NFC
Seattle — Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and ...
Vikings' Ivan Pace: Estimated as full participant
Pace (hamstring) was listed as a full practice participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report. Pace has missed the Vikings' last four games while on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury he ...