The NFL handed out significant fines to Minnesota Vikings defenders Dallas Turner and Blake Cashman for actions against the Chargers.

The Augustana football team used a strong defensive effort to knock off Northern State 27-14 on Saturday afternoon at Kirkeby-Over Stadium. The Vikings move

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz said Wednesday he participated in, and approved of, the team’s decision to play him for 2 1/2 games after an Oct. 5 hit that led to a dislocation, fractured socket and torn labrum in his left shoulder.

The Minnesota Vikings need a veteran quarterback behind J.J. McCarthy after the injury to Carson Wentz and one analyst predicts the team will address that need by reaching a deadline deal with the New York Giants.

Simply put, Minnesota is better than its 3-4 record. However, the Vikings' record is probably going to get worse following Sunday's game. Not only are the Lions simply a better team, they're also the fresher one as they are coming off their bye week. Pick: Lions -8.5; Over 48.5

The matchup between the two kickers could have a defining role in Sunday's game. Vikings kicker Will Reichard has made 14-of-16 kicks, with a 5-of-7 clip from 50 yards and beyond. Meanwhile, Lions kicker Jake Bates is 8-of-11 with a 2-of-5 mark from 50-plus.

The Vikings have ripped through a slew of quarterbacking scenarios in recent months. Do they now wish they had a do-over?