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Minnesota Vikings News / Cincinnati Bearcats on SI / January 5

Watch: Ivan Pace Jr. Makes Big Play Against Lions in Regular-Season Finale

Ivan Pace Jr. is looking like his old self coming back from a hamstring injury. The former Bearcats linebacker now Vikings LB intercepted a pass in the regular-season finale on Sunday night to cement that further.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 28

Vikings officially activate Ivan Pace Jr. from IR, will play against Packers

The Vikings have activated linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. from injured reserve (IR) ahead of Sunday's pivotal matchup against the Packers. He enters the contest without a designation and will play in his first game since Nov.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 27

Vikings, Packers final injury report: Ivan Pace Jr. questionable

The border battle between the Vikings and Packers on Sunday in Minneapolis will carry significant weight for both teams, and Minnesota will enter the game with a realy encouraging final injury report.

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Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / December 25

Vikings Designate Ivan Pace Jr. for Return, Sign CB Ambry Thomas to Practice Squad

A couple of moves as Week 17 gets underway On Christmas Eve, the Minnesota Vikings gave themselves a gift that could prove to be very important as they prepare for their crucial NFC North matchup against Green Bay at U.S.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / December 24

Vikings to open practice window for LB Ivan Pace Jr.

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to open linebacker Ivan Pace Jr.'s 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve this week. Head coach Kevin

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 23

Vikings expect to get Ivan Pace Jr., Harrison Smith back against Packers

Reinforcements appear to be on the way for the Vikings' defense ahead of this week's huge game against the Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Minnesota is expecting to get back linebacker Ivan Pace Jr.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 27

Injured Vikings LB Ivan Pace Jr. will be back this season, KOC says

Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr., who went on injured reserve with a hamstring issue this week, will return this season, head coach Kevin O'Connell said on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 27

Matthew Coller: Ivan Pace Jr. to IR is a tough blow to Vikings defense

The Minnesota Vikings announced on Tuesday that Ivan Pace Jr. has been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. It was not clear from the team’s press release whether he will have a chance to return this season but if he is designated to return then the Vikings will be without him for at least four weeks.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 26

Ivan Pace Jr. heads to injured reserve, Vikings sign former first-round pick Jamin Davis

The Vikings have placed linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury he suffered in the team's 30-27 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 24

Vikings' Cam Robinson, Ivan Pace Jr. leave Bears game with injuries

Vikings left tackle Cam Robinson and linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. left Sunday's game against the Bears due to apparent leg injuries in the first quarter. Pace got banged up early in the quarter and has been announced as questionable to return due to a hamstring injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 6

Vikings injury report: Blake Cashman returns to practice, Ivan Pace Jr. out

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman has missed three straight games with turf toe, but it appears he could be nearing a return this week as he participated in practice for the first time since Oct.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 3

Vikings' latest injury report looks much better for Ivan Pace Jr. heading into Week 5 London showdown vs. Jets

The Minnesota Vikings are set to fly out to London, England in hopes of improving their record to 5-0 on the season against the New York Jets. Over the first four games, the Vikings have dealt with numerous injuries to starting players and have had said players miss a total of 10 games so far this season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3

Ivan Pace Jr. set to return for Vikings, who are approaching full strength

Knock on wood, but the Vikings are getting close to being at full strength, health-wise. They got Jordan Addison and Dallas Turner back from injuries last week.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 18

Vikings’ Ivan Pace Jr. appears to be dating TikTok Star Tianna Robillard

The Minnesota Vikings’ strong start to the 2024 NFL season isn’t the only thing making headlines for the team. After their Week 2 victory over the San Francisco 49ers, the internet erupted with speculation surrounding Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / September 9

Ivan Pace Jr. Was Right

Some folks saw the clip and said, “Why would you even say that?” But then the Minnesota Vikings chipped off the New York Giants 28-6 at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, and linebacker Ivan Pace Jr.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

Ivan Pace Jr. says Week 1 game with Giants 'ain't even gonna be no matchup'

We are one day away from the Vikings kicking off their 2024-25 campaign against the Giants. Minnesota will travel to New York for Week 1 and experts view the game as a true toss-up.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bearcats on SI / July 26

Former Cincinnati Bearcats Great Ivan Pace Jr. Ranks Himself Among Top Linebackers in NFL

Former Bearcats great Ivan Pace Jr. took the NFL by storm last season, finishing with 102 tackles and 2.5 sacks in 17 games after signing with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 30

Vikings LB Ivan Pace Jr. says he's ready to take on one of the biggest defensive responsibilities in the NFL

It didn't take long for Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. to become a big-time success story. The dude went from a rookie undrafted free agent to playing 68% of defensive snaps in the season opener and then started his first game the very next week.