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The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Vikings Power Rankings Roundup: Vikings Have a Steady Rise After 2-0 Start
The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Chicago Bears 9-3 at Soldier Field on Sunday in a rain-soaked NFC North battle. The offense was limited, but Minnesota’s defense kept Chicago out of the end zone and made the key plays late.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23
Coller: Breaking Down Whether the 2-0 Vikings Are Good or Simply Lucky
The way we remember football games is pretty simple: we vividly recall everything that went right for the team that won and forget everything that went wrong. That has pretty much been the story in terms of analyzing the 2-0 Vikings.
J.J. McCarthy News / Bring Me The Sports / September 23
J.J. McCarthy's reaction to Vikings win speaks volumes after plummeting to QB3
A little over a year after leading an epic comeback in his NFL debut, J.J. McCarthy was back on the Soldier Field grass celebrating a dramatic win over his hometown Bears on Sunday.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 23
What Kyler Murray needs to do to keep QB1 job from Carson Wentz
Murray is set to return to the lineup, but it sounds like he could find his way back to the bench if he doesn't do this one thing.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 23
The Minnesota Vikings have built a foundation for a Super Bowl run, and the work is far from complete
Kevin O’Connell’s Vikings finding unique ways to win early on this season is perfect for a potential Super Bowl run. The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0, and they have done it in a very unique way.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23
Vikings Verdict: Judging Eric Wilson, Dallas Turner & Other Exaggerations to Start Week 3
It's time once again to judge some potential overreactions from Week 2 after an ugly, gorgeous win over the Bears. The Vikings are 2-0 heading into their matchup against the Buccaneers, but their path to get there hasn't been without drama.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 23
Minnesota Vikings have a lot to be excited about after 2-0 start, and the film proves they are ready for the next step
The Minnesota Vikings’ Week 2 win over the Chicago Bears was improbable, but the film reveals positive steps from several key players. The Minnesota Vikings improbably beat the Chicago Bears, and the film from Sunday’s game reveals some fascinating takeaways that point toward a potential playoff run and Super Bowl foundation.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Insider addresses rumors linking Giants with J.J. McCarthy after Jaxson Dart injury
Almost immediately after it was learned on Tuesday that New York Giants starting quarterback Jaxson Dart may miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury, members of the NFL community began to link the Giants with J.J. McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / HITC / September 23
‘You are lucky you still have your job’… Stephen A. Smith sends message to Minnesota Vikings head coach
Stephen A. Smith points out key reason why Kevin O’Connell should be considered lucky to still be Minnesota Vikings head coach. The Minnesota Vikings have begun their season 2-0 with wins against the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears in the first two weeks.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22
Vikings vs. Buccaneers bold predictions for Kyler Murray’s return in Week 3
The Minnesota Vikings have gotten off to a winning start in 2026, beating two division opponents in the first two weeks of the season. They struggled for much of the game in Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers, but a fourth-quarter surge led by Brian Flores’ aggressive defense gave the Vikings a 39-22 triumph.
Kevin O'Connell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 22
The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right Against the Bears (And What It Means Moving Forward)
Think back on the Vikings’ best wins of the Kevin O’Connell era. Chances are you’re thinking of the 2022 win in Buffalo, the greatest comeback in NFL history against the Colts or a last-second win in Seattle in 2024.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 22
Why It's Time for Vikings to Add Kyle Van Noy to 53-Man Roster in Week 3
The Vikings are enjoying great performances from their starting edge rushers through the first two games. Starting outside linebackers Dallas Turner and Andrew Van Ginkel have combined for 5.5 sacks already, and the entire unit looks intimidating, clocking in an impressive pass-rush grade of 70.4 (9th) on Pro Football Focus.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 22
Minnesota Vikings make necessary roster moves to fortify roster after multiple injuries linger over the roster
Punter Brett Thorson’s hamstring injury and the need for running back depth led to a pair of moves on Tuesday afternoon. The Minnesota Vikings made a pair of practice squad roster moves Tuesday afternoon, signing punter Johnny Hekker and running back Jaret Patterson while releasing wide receiver Trayvon Rudolph and cornerback Bryce Phillips.
Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22
Brian Flores’ mentality for Vikings defense shows why he’s the best in the business
The Minnesota Vikings have become one of the NFL’s most aggressive defenses under defensive coordinator Brian Flores, constantly forcing quarterbacks to diagnose pressure before the football is even snapped.
Johnny Hekker News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22
Vikings To Sign P Johnny Hekker
The Vikings released punter Johnny Hekker on Aug. 30, but a reunion is taking place three weeks later. Hekker has agreed to a deal with Minnesota, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22
1 major Kevin O’Connell schematic change coincides with Vikings winning streak
Channeling classic Avengers energy after securing back-to-back thrilling divisional victories to start the season, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Vikings Worked Out Eight Players
The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted eight free agents for workouts on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: RB Gary
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 22
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell explains what Kyler Murray must do after Carson Wentz's impressive start
Carson Wentz has helped the Minnesota Vikings open the season 2-0, and Kevin O'Connell hopes Kyler Murray was paying attention.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Vikings Signing P Johnny Hekker & RB Jaret Patterson
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Vikings are signing P Johnny Hekker. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Vikings are also signing RB Jaret Patterson to the practice squad.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Giants have an obvious trade replacement for Jaxson Dart
Once again, the New York Giants can't catch a break at the quarterback position.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22
JJ McCarthy turned heads with his behavior during Vikings celebration
The Minnesota Vikings did not have the sexiest win on Sunday against the Chicago Bears, but they had a beautiful moment on the field after securing the 9-3 victory over their NFC North rivals, and it involved backup quarterback JJ McCarthy.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Vikings confirm Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game after report
Murray completed just three of five pass attempts for 18 yards with an interception before he was knocked out of Minnesota's Week 1 game against the rival Green Bay Packers on Sept. 13.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22
Tests reportedly confirm major injury update for Bears' Caleb Williams
Late Monday morning, NFL insider Tom Pelissero of The Ringer and Netflix shared a massive update on Williams that will put the minds of Bears fans at ease.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
NFL executive sounds alarms about Bears, Ben Johnson after Caleb Williams injury in loss to Vikings
Williams suffered a scary-looking hamstring injury midway through the contest's fourth quarter.
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