Madieu Williams News

When a team in the National Football League has a bye week, reporters for the local newspaper often spend a little more time studying the police blotter.

The Vikings thrived during the roughest part of their schedule, going 2-1 against the Baltimore Ravens, Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers, with the latter two games on the road.

Minnesota Vikings starting free safety Madieu Williams hasn't forgotten where he came from.

The Vikings managed to compensate for the absence of Pro Bowl cornerback Antoine Winfield against Pittsburgh.

When Mike Tomlin vaulted from the freshly ascended platform of Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator to head coach of the Steelers less than three years ago, Vikings defensive tackle Pat Williams was asked if he had any advice for the fellas in black and gold.

When the Pittsburgh Steelers hired Mike Tomlin as head coach, Brad Childress turned his defense over to another member of the Tony Dungy coaching tree.

The former Gophers tight end has already had some memorable moments with the Steelers, and hopes for more.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield is doubtful for Sunday's tilt with the Pittsburgh Steelers after sitting out practice this week with a foot injury.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield did not practice today and is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh.

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl cornerback Antoine Winfield did not practice on Wednesday because of a sprained right foot.

He got into a shoving match with Allen and separated the early frontrunner for NFL Defensive Player of the Year from his helmet.

Jared Allen ran onto the field in the fourth quarter, looked around the Vikings defense and didn't see cornerback Antoine Winfield .

St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson, left, runs with the ball as Minnesota Vikings safety Madieu Williams, right, defends during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct.

I hate when guys ask me the same question over and over. And I don't like people pinching me.

Darren Sharper heard the whispers last season. Despite having the most career interceptions of any active NFL player, he had his quietest season since 1998.

I agree, the key to how good this team is will be shown when we play two of the top teams from the AFC.

"You can do more than that," Singletary told him. "I know, Coach," Davis replied.

When the Minnesota Vikings line up against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night, they'll have eight starters acquired via free agency.

Vernon Davis declared from Day 1 this season that he could be a key playmaker.He vowed to have a big impact for the 49ers in new offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye's system - as long as he was given the chance.The veteran tight end known as much for his volatile nature as his lack of production during his first three NFL seasons is now getting those ...

A day after missing practice because of a shoulder injury, middle linebacker E.J. Henderson was able to do limited work Thursday.