Minnesota Vikings
Kyle Rudolph - #82 - TE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 6"/ 258 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/09/1989 |
| Birthplace | Cincinnati, OH |
| College | Notre Dame |
| Years played | 3 |
| Drafted | 2011, 2nd round, 11th pick by Vikings |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 53 | 493 | 9 |
Vikings-Bears matchup of the day: Friday
Here's another key matchup from Sunday's Vikings-Bears game in Chicago
Three-and-out with Bears CB D.J. Moore
Pro Football Weekly spent some time chatting with Bears CB D.J. Moore as he prepares to face the Vikings this Sunday at Soldier Field.
NFC North midseason reports
Surprising Packers CB Tramon Williams has played like a Pro Bowler, outdoing his more celebrated teammate Charles Woodson. Read about this and more in our NFC North midseason reports.
Favre tells NFL Network that he won't return in 2011
Vikings QB Brett Favre told Steve Mariucci of the NFL Network in an interview that was aired during Thursday night's broadcast of the Ravens-Falcons game that he would not be returning to play in 2011.
Sterger finally meets with NFL to discuss Favre allegations
Former New York Jets employee Jenn Sterger finally met with NFL officials in New York City Thursday regarding the ongoing investigation into alleged text and voice messages sent to her by Brett Favre.
They Said It: Vikings Thursday edition
Here are some quotes from Thursday's coordinator and player sessions with the Minnesota media.
Vikings-Bears matchup of the day: Thursday
Brett Favre sliced up Chicago's defense last season, and, with quick playmakers at his disposal, the Bears' secondary is going to need help from the pass rush to force Favre to make quick decisions and settle for throwing short.
Vikings' Berrian has chance to impress
Bernard Berrian appeared all but out of the Vikings' WR picture when Randy Moss joined the team, but Berrian has a chance to return next season.
Berrian fined for yellow cleats
The NFL fined Vikings WR Bernard Berrian $5,000 for wearing yellow cleats in Sunday's game.
Five questions with PFW Vikings correspondent Judd Zulgad
Pro Football Weekly hits up PFW correspondent and Vikings beat writer Judd Zulgad to discuss five hot issues surrounding the team.
Report: Vikings players want Childress fired
Six Vikings players spoke to the Chicago Sun-Times anonymously, voicing their issues with head coach Brad Childress. They told the paper they would like Childress to be fired.
McKinnie must forget Peppers disaster
Each week we focus on a Vikings player or coach who is in the spotlight. Heading into Sunday's game against the Bears, it's OLT Bryant McKinnie.
Vikings They said it: Wednesday edition
Here are some quotes from Wednesday's press conference and conference calls with the Minnesota media.
Vikings-Bears matchup of the day: Wednesday
Here's a look at a key matchup heading into Sunday's Week 10 battle between the Vikings and Bears.
Childress won't say if Rice will play vs. Bears
Sidney Rice could make his season debut on Sunday against the Bears in Chicago, but the Vikings' wide receiver has not been cleared yet by head coach Brad Childress.
PLAYER NEWS
Rudolph has been added to the NFC Pro Bowl team as an injury replacement for Tony Gonzalez of the Atlanta Falcons.|||||||
Rudolph was selected to his first Pro Bowl. The second-year player out of Notre Dame had career highs with nine touchdowns, 53 receptions and 493 yards receiving in 2012. His nine touchdowns were tied for first in the NFC for TDs by a tight end. Rudolph is the first Vikings tight end to make the Pro Bowl since Byron Chamberlain in 2001. He is the sixth Vikings player selected for the Pro Bowl this season.
Rudolph caught three passes for 39 yards and one touchdown in a 23-6 upset of the Texans on Sunday.|||||||
Rudolph is up to nine TD receptions and has enjoyed a good fantasy campaign.
Rudolph caught six passes for 51 yards and one touchdown on Sunday against Green Bay.|||||||
After virtually disappearing in the middle of the season after a strong start, Rudolph has reemerged as a formidable fantasy option. He has caught 18 passes for 170 yards and three TDs in his last three games.
Coach Leslie Frazier says Rudolph and safety Harrison Smith passed the necessary concussion tests this week, clearing the way for them to play in a pivotal NFC North game at Green Bay on Sunday.|||||||
Rudolph and Smith both left the game against Chicago last weekend with concussions, and it was unclear earlier this week if they would be available for the game against the Packers.
Rudolph passed his concussion test and could play Sunday against Green Bay.|||||||
Rudolph, who scored a TD against Chicago last weekend, is a viable fantasy starter in deeper leagues.
