October 12, 2008 Visanthe Shiancoe should remain productive today against the Lions 29th ranked pass defense, as he leads the Vikings in touchdown grabs (2) and ranks third in receptions (12), according to the Star Tribune.
September 21, 2008 Visanthe Shiancoe had two receptions for 38 yards and a score in the Week 3 win over Carolina.
August 11, 2008 Visanthe Shiancoe is looking forward to putting last years struggles behind him this season in Minnesota, according to the Associated Press. It was almost like being a rookie again: You have to learn a whole new system, a whole different environment, said Shiancoe who spent his first four season in New york.
June 8, 2008 Minnesota tight end Visanthe Shiancoe has reduced his playing weight to 243 pounds, according to the Pioneer Press.
June 8, 2008 Visanthe Shiancoe trimmed down over the offseason and feels a lot faster, according to the Pioneer Press. "I'm a lot slimmer and a lot faster," he said. "I'm down to 243, and I'm running cuts really well. We've been catching balls after practice. I'm a lot faster. The way I change directions, it's crazy."
