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Notebook: Bad beat leads to benching talk
The players reacted to benchings and attempted benches after an all-around bad night.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 21, 2009
Lurtsema’s reaction: Brinkley, Winfield, etc.
Bob Lurtsema reacts to the defensive changes and a key adjustment made on offense.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 20, 2009
Notebook: Winfield feeling fresh
Antoine Winfield is feeling great and ready to make a strong push at the end of the season.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 18, 2009
Notebook: Pass defense takes a positive jump
The Vikings are known for their run defense, but their passing defense took a big step forward.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 17, 2009
VikingBuzz BLOG
Winfield, Brinkley, Sanford and other notes in this week’s edition
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 14, 2009
Notebook: Streak extended, Williams irked
Pat Williams didn't like the buildup that Cedric Benson received leading up to the game.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 14, 2009
WR Harvin out; CB Winfield in
The Vikings will be short a play-making wide receiver but get their best cornerback back in action.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 13, 2009
By the numbers: Vikings-Bengals
The defense is expected to get a boost with the return of Antoine Winfield, according to NFL.com.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 13, 2009
Winfield, Herrera inactive against Cardinals
The Vikings will be without two starters – CB Antoine Winfield and G Anthony Herrera.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 6, 2009
Winfield, Herrera out for Vikings
The Vikings will be missing a starter on offense and on defense, as injuries start to take a toll.
-by VikingUpdate.com Nov 29, 2009
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Injury News:
WR Harvin out; CB Winfield in
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 13, 2009
By the numbers: Vikings-Bengals
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 13, 2009
Winfield, Herrera inactive against Cardinals
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 6, 2009
Winfield, Herrera out for Vikings
-by VikingUpdate.com Nov 29, 2009
Winfield determined to play Sunday
-by VikingUpdate.com Nov 26, 2009

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Antoine Winfield
Ht: 5-9 Wt: 180
Position: CB
Date of Birth: 06/24/1977
Experience: 7
High School: Garfield HS
(Akron, OH)
College: Ohio State


Biography:
On March 5, 2004, the Vikings felt like they signed their best free agent to that point. They made a point to say that they weren’t just interested in signing any cornerback, they were passionately interested in signing Antoine Winfield. When he agreed to a six-contract, the Vikings felt an organization-wide sense of pride and joy.

Winfield responded with an excellent year of covering wide receivers and showing why he is considered one of the best tackling cornerbacks.

2004: Led the Vikings with three interceptions, ranked fourth on the team with 96 tackles despite missing two games and two more starts while battling an ankle injury. Was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week following the opening weekend of playoff games. Had 22 tackles, one interception, one sack, two tackles for losses and a forced fumble in two playoff games.

2003: Was third on the Bills with 124 tackles and one interception, along with 14 passes defensed, starting every game.

2002: Made 13 starts and amassed 65 tackles and 12 passes defensed. Missed three games with a midseason knee injury.

2001: Started every game and had a career-high-tying two interceptions, along with a team-high 106 tackles and 13 passes defensed. Became the first Bills cornerback to lead the team in tackles.

2000: Made 11 starts with 62 tackles, one interception and nine passes defensed. After 11 games, a shoulder injury caused him to be placed on the injured reserve.

1999: Was the 23rd overall pick of the draft by Bills. Started two of 16 games in his rookie season, making 52 tackles, two interceptions and 12 passes defensed. His first career interception came against Peyton Manning, as did three of his first four interceptions.

College: Was a two-time All-American at Ohio State and became the first Buckeye to win the Thorpe Award as college football’s top defensive back. Had 278 career tackles, becoming the first non-linebacker in OSU history to record more than 200 tackles.

High School: Played tailback and safety at Garfield (Akron, Ohio) High. Helped lead the team to three city titles, including a 10-1 record as a senior.

Personal: He and wife Erniece have two sons, Antoine Jr. and Austin.



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