Which divisions are all but claimed? What does Chicago's road to the postseason look like after Sunday's last-second loss to Washington? In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha examines seven season-shaping outcomes from Week 8. Plus, who's up and who's down entering Week 9?

Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw suffered a knee injury in Thursday night's loss to the Rams that will require season-ending surgery, per NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.

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Jordan Love has been to the playoffs and he's earned a massive contract extension. Is all-star recognition next on tap for the Packers QB? Kevin Patra picks out one potential first-time Pro Bowler for each NFL team heading into the 2024 season.

Christian Darrisaw and the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a four-year, $113 million extension with $77 million guaranteed, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported on Tuesday. 

May 2 marks the deadline for teams to exercise fifth-year options on rookie contracts for 2021 first-round draft picks. NFL.com is tracking each decision leading up to the deadline.

Marc Ross examines which first-round selections from the 2021 NFL Draft should have their fifth-year options picked up. Where do Bears QB Justin Fields and Steelers RB Najee Harris stand?

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NFL.com's Eric Edholm breaks down four things to watch for when the Minnesota Vikings face the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night on Prime Video.

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Kevin Patra identifies one prime candidate from each NFC team to earn a first Pro Bowl nod in 2023. Will Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks finally get his due in Year 10? Which up-and-coming Lions player has the best chance to receive the honor?

Can the Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux build on his strong finish from last season? Will Jordan Love rise to the occasion in his first year as QB1 in Green Bay? The Next Gen Stats team's Keegan Abdoo identifies Making the Leap candidates for each NFC team.

The New York Giants upset the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday to advance to the NFC Divisional Round for the first time since their Super Bowl-winning 2011 season. They will face their NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles.

With the 2023 Pro Bowl Games rosters set to be announced on Wednesday, Dec. 21, David Carr fills out his own ballot with deserving offensive players from each conference. Who makes the cut in the NFC?

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Will first-time head coach Kevin O'Connell coax better play out of veteran QB Kirk Cousins in Minnesota? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Vikings in 2022.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is listed as questionable with a back injury, but should be good to go Sunday against the Denver Broncos, a source tells NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.

Lance Zierlein identifies one pivotal rookie for each of the 32 NFL teams, a list that includes only one of the five quarterbacks selected in the first round of this year's draft.

What did we learn about each NFC team in the first full week of preseason action? Gregg Rosenthal provides everything you need to know, including an evaluation of Jordan Love's first NFL game action.

What's the latest on the health of Saquon Barkley, Dak Prescott and Odell Beckham Jr.? Could the Colts turn to a rookie quarterback to fill in for Carson Wentz? Gregg Rosenthal takes a look at the juiciest tidbits escaping from training camps across the NFL.

Will Justin Fields force the Bears to start him? Will Aaron Rodgers force the Packers to trade him? And who DOESN'T have cornerback questions in the NFC North? Tom Blair provides a training camp preview for the division, with position battles and key players to watch across all four rosters.

Can Mike Zimmer and the Vikings push the Packers for the NFC North title, regardless of Aaron Rodgers' status? Adam Rank takes stock of where Minnesota stands heading toward the 2021 season.

Green Bay has inked its first-round pick to his rookie contract, while Minnesota's first-round pick, offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw, missed Wednesday's practice for precautionary reasons stemming from his core muscle surgery. 

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw left Week 8 game with knee injury.

NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero previews the Week 15 matchup between the Indianapolis Colts and Minnesota Vikings.

See the highest graded players from Week 8 of the NFL season, according to Pro Football Focus

NFL Media's Peter Schrager finishes off his list of the top breakout players for the 2022 NFL season.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that the Minnesota Vikings think that Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw 'is going to be really good' in his second year.

NFL Media's Tom Pelissero: gives an injury update on Minnesota Vikings tackle Christian Darrisaw.

NFL rookies guess their "Madden NFL 22" rating.

Minnesota Vikings rookie tackle Christian Darrisaw joins "NFL Total Access" for an interview.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Curtis Conway assign 2021 NFL Draft grades for the NFC North.

The "Good Morning Football" crew breaks down the best draft picks in the NFC North.

Virginia Tech head coach Justin Fuente shares what Tennessee Titans cornerback Caleb Farley and Minnesota Vikings tackle Christian Darrisaw will bring to Titans and the Vikings.

The Minnesota Vikings select Virginia Tech tackle Christian Darrisaw in Round 1 of the 2021 NFL Draft with the No. 23 overall pick (via a trade with the New York Jets).

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah breaks down the No. 25 overall pick in his final 2021 mock draft.

NFL Network's Kurt Warner reveals his pick for the Arizona Cardinals with the No. 16 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Curtis Conway projects the Chicago Bears' first two picks in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Breaking down Virginia Tech offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw's college highlights.

NFL Network's draft analyst Chad Reuter breaks down where he expects Virginia Tech OT Christian Darrisaw to land in the 2021 NFL Draft and why.

Virginia Tech OT Christian Darrisaw joins "Good Morning Football" to discuss his recovery from surgery and his draft preparation process.

The "Path to the Draft" crew project the first four picks of the 2021 NFL Draft for the Washington Football Team.

Check out who the Chicago Bears will take in the 2021 NFL Draft on "Mock Draft Live."

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks and Daniel Jeremiah break down some of the top offensive tackle prospects in 2021 NFL Draft.