Vikings' Simpson plans to make most of second chance
Jerome Simpson tells the Pioneer Press he plans to make the most out of his second chance in the NFL, and stay away from the "Iron Pimp."
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Simpson wants to make the most of a second opportunity
Jerome Simpson spent 15 days in jail in April after pleading guilty to a felony drug charge. Naturally, his reputation took a major hit. Simpson, when referring to his damaged reputation, says "everybody knew that that wasn't me." Now he's grateful for a second opportunity in the NFL.
Simpson ready to debut for Vikings
Jerome Simpson's three game suspension is over and he's excited to make his debut with the Vikings on Sunday against the Lions. His goal is to "be that piece to the puzzle that helps this team connect even better."
Vikings still interested in WR Simpson
Former Bengals wide receiver Jerome Simpson left Minnesota on Sunday without signing a deal with the Vikings. The Pioneer Press reports the Vikings are interested in Simpson, but want to learn more about a possible suspension he could receive from an off the field felony drug charge. Simpson had 50 catches for 725 yards and four touchdowns last season.
Video: Jerome Simpson makes circus-style catch at Vikings' OTA
Christian Ponder connects with wideout Jerome Simpson at the Vikings "organized team activities" session in Eden Prairie Wednesday. Simpson leaps over a defender to make a circus catch.
NFL suspends Vikings receiver Jerome Simpson
The NFL made it official today. Vikings’ wide receiver Jerome Simpson has been suspended for the first three games of the 2012 NFL season for violating the league’s substance abuse policy.
Hartman: Vikings' Simpson is 'another Cris Carter'
Reaction to one of Sid Hartman's latest statements is making the Star Tribune columnist seem a bit too excited about Vikings wide receiver Jerome Simpson. Hartman said Simpson will be "another Cris Carter." You know, the same Cris Carter that is fourth on the NFL's all-time receptions list.
Video Vault: Jerome Simpson flips, leaps
The Vikings welcome wide receiver Jerome Simpson to the lineup this Sunday in Detroit, hoping he'll provide some downfield heroics.
Ponder on Simpson: 'He's unbelievable'
Vikings' wide receiver Jerome Simpson says fans can expect 100 percent effort from him all the time. Quarterback Christian Ponder says Simpson's athleticism will bring a lot to the team.
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