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Former LSU standout, first-round pick Jamal Adams signs with Minnesota Vikings

Former LSU standout Jamal Adams is on the move again in the NFL. This time the former first-round NFL Draft pick will be suiting up for the Minnesota Vikings.

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Vikings Signing Veteran S Jamal Adams

The Minnesota Vikings are signing veteran S Jamal Adams to a contract, according to Jordan Schultz. Adams, 30, is a former first-round pick of the Jets out of LSU back in 2017.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 27

5 High-Stakes Storylines for the Vikings as 2026 Training Camp Opens: Coaching Questions Go Beyond O'Connell

It has been nearly 2,400 days since Kirk Cousins found Kyle Rudolph in the back corner of the end zone to secure a Wild Card round victory for the Vikings in New Orleans.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Minnesota Vikings kick off training camp with multiple roster moves, opening the door for a major acquisition

Rookies and quarterbacks have officially reported for Minnesota Vikings training camp, and Nolan Teasley has made his mark. The Minnesota Vikings rookies and quarterbacks have reported to training camp, and general manager Nolan Teasley has already made roster moves.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Who is Mr. Mankato? Minnesota Vikings training camp award has a long, storied history

The Mr. Mankato award has been given out after training camp for the last 12 years with some interesting results. If you are a fan of the Minnesota Vikings, then you know about the Mr.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 27

Inside Kevin O'Connell's Pressure-Packed Vikings QB Decision Between J.J. McCarthy vs Kyler Murray

Entering training camp one year ago, Kevin O’Connell’s stock as a head coach couldn’t have been any higher. He was coming off a 14-win season in which he was named Coach of the Year and the Minnesota Vikings had pushed all their chips to the middle of the table on their 2024 first-round draft pick quarterback J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Is Kevin O’Connell Really on the Hot Seat?

There has been a lot of chatter recently about Kevin O’Connell’s job security as the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings. Part of this chatter surrounds the uncertainty around the QB position heading into the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Former Minnesota Vikings legend is looking to get back into the NFL, but he’s got an uphill battle

Former Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Everson Griffen is looking to potentially get back into the NFL. You can make an argument that the Minnesota Vikings had the best defense in franchise history in 2017.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 27

5 Vikings Clearly on Hot Seat to Begin Training Camp: J.J. McCarthy Should Feel the Heat

The Vikings have reported to training camp, and it usually means competition is in the air. While the heat will be on at TCO Performance Center, it could be even hotter for players who are trying to hold on to their jobs or even just their roster spot going into the upcoming season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Chuck Foreman Reveals His Pick in the Vikings' QB Competition

Former Vikings running back Chuck Foreman, AKA “the spin doctor” because of his athletic running style, is trying to put his own narrative spin on the Vikings quarterback situation.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Kyler Murray and Jordan Addison Are Already Building Chemistry This Offseason

National NFL reporter Jordan Schultz revealed both Kyler Murray and Jordan Addison have been working out together in Dallas for the past two months, along with a video of the duo running plays in what appears to be a local college football field.

NFL News / Yardbarker

One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 27

The Most Important Vikings Extension Candidate Entering Training Camp

The Vikings have plenty of work to do on the field during training camp, but the list may be even longer for general manager Nolan Teasley. Arriving in

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 27

The Vikings' Receiver Room Could Carry Whoever Wins the Quarterback Battle

The Vikings QB battle has been the talk of the town, but whoever wins is going to be reliant on what has been one of the better wide receiver groups in the league to catch passes and make plays.

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J.J. McCarthy News / Viral Sports News / July 27

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy hit with even more bad news

As if J.J. McCarthy needed any more bad news as he attempts to win the Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback job heading into 2026, Kyler Murray piled on the third-year signal-caller.

Harrison Smith News / Athlon Sports / July 26

The Potential Return of Harrison Smith Could Push a Former Starter Off the Vikings Roster

The Vikings head into their 2026 training camp with plenty of question marks on their roster, including plenty of players on the bubble, none of whom may be as surprising as Theo Jackson, who started eight games last year after earning a starting safety spot after the 2025 preseason.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 26

Minnesota Vikings start reporting to training camp. Here’s what to watch for before practice begins

We are all waiting for the quarterback competition to begin, but there are other things to keep an eye on. The wait is finally over. The Minnesota Vikings are about to embark on the 2026 season, and it’s been a long time coming.

Josh McCown News / Athlon Sports / July 26

The Vikings' QB Battle Could Make or Break Josh McCown's Coaching Future

Everybody knows about the battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy and how it could affect the team, how it could affect the players, and how it’s

Minnesota Vikings News / Total Pro Sports / July 26

Former Vikings Pro Bowler Arrested In Shocking Turn Of Events

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen says his recent arrest has been misunderstood. According to him, the situation was not as serious as it first appeared.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 26

Kyler Murray projected to 'rescue' Vikings amid J.J. McCarthy competition

As the Minnesota Vikings' season creeps closer, the quarterback question gets bigger and bigger. Will Murray come to the rescue?

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 25

Vikings fans will love Kyler Murray-Jordan Addison connection

The Minnesota Vikings are looking to rebound in the NFC North after a frustrating 2025 season characterized by quarterback inconsistency. They have acquired Kyler Murray from the Arizona Cardinals and are set to have a high-stakes training camp battle between Murray and second-year quarterback J.J.

Justin Jefferson News / Viral Sports News / July 25

Vikings Given Stern Justin Jefferson Warning Amid QB Battle

Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson endured a tough stretch in 2025 that left many observers wondering about the long-term impact on his standing among the league’s elite pass catchers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / July 24

Everson Griffen arrested in southeast Minnesota for driving violation

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen was arrested Thursday night in southeast Minnesota for allegedly driving without ignition interlock installed in his vehicle.

Justin Jefferson News / QBFanCentral / July 23

Justin Jefferson admits Vikings lack leadership in strong message on QB battle

Justin Jefferson isn’t dancing around it. The Minnesota Vikings do not have a clear leader at quarterback right now, and someone needs to claim that role fast.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 24

Seahawks' Cooper Kupp takes Sam Darnold shot at Vikings

Kupp took a bit of a shot at a Vikings team that may regret its Darnold-related decision.

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Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Rumors / July 21

Vikings Still Bullish On QB Max Brosmer

As they dealt with multiple injuries at quarterback in 2025, the Vikings turned to undrafted rookie Max Brosmer for two starts. Although Brosmer was clearly in over his head, the Vikings remain optimistic about the 25-year-old as he heads into his second season, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.