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On YouTubeT.J. Hockenson News / Pro Football Talk / September 9
Ruling on T.J. Hockenson non-fumble was correct 
Before the Vikings were able to mount a stunning fourth-quarter comeback on Monday night, the stage needed to be properly set for it. It almost wasn't.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 9
Colin Cowherd Puts J.J. McCarthy in the Same League as $100 Million NFL QB
J.J. McCarthy had Minnesota Vikings fans wishing Sam Darnold was still around for most of Monday night's 27-24 win over the Chicago Bears. How he turned it around has FOX Sports' radio personality Colin Cowherd likening him to a former No.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 9
Week 2 preview: Vikings favored over Falcons in another primetime game
After starting the season 1-0 in dramatic comeback fashion, the Vikings will be back in Minneapolis this weekend for their home opener at U.S. Bank Stadium.
The 'Two passing and rushing touchdowns NFL games' quiz
How many of the 53 NFL quarterbacks to record at least two passing AND rushing touchdowns in the same game in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9
JJ McCarthy had great line for his Vikings teammates during comeback
JJ McCarthy led his Minnesota Vikings on an impressive comeback against the Chicago Bears on Monday night, and his behavior in the huddle apparently stood out to his teammates.
The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments
Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 9
Vikings get concerning update on star's injury status
He has been starter since signing a three-year Vikings deal in 2024.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 9
Snap counts and notable PFF grades from Vikings' Week 1 win over Bears
The Vikings are 1-0. It was ugly on offense for three quarters and certainly not how they drew it up, but they persevered and got three fourth-quarter touchdowns from J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Total Apex Sports / September 9
Minnesota Vikings Get Concerning Update On Star Player’s Injury Status
The Minnesota Vikings started their season on a high note, securing a thrilling 27-24 comeback victory over the Chicago Bears on Monday night. However, the celebration was tempered by a significant loss on the defensive side of the ball.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 9
Kevin O'Connell's major advantage in one-score games can't be quantified, and it's the biggest reason for the Vikings' success
One of the biggest reasons given for the Minnesota Vikings taking a step backwards in the 2025 season was their record in one-score games. Head coach Kevin O'Connell has been incredible in one-score games over his three years, going 21-9 in games decided by eight points or less.
Minnesota Vikings News / NBC Sports / September 9
25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about
As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 9
Watch Kevin O'Connell's first post-win locker room speech of 2025 season
For three quarters on Monday night, it looked like Kevin O'Connell's postgame speech in the visiting locker room was going to be a somber (or perhaps angry) one after an ugly season-opening loss.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / September 9
Jared Allen would have responded differently to JJ McCarthy’s inspirational Vikings huddle
Pro Football Hall of Famer Jared Allen was thoroughly impressed with JJ McCarthy after his fourth-quarter comeback against the Chicago Bears on debut. The former Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears defensive end believes he might have reacted slightly differently to JJ McCarthy‘s inspirational huddle speech, however.
Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / September 9
Aaron Jones Reveals J.J. McCarthy’s Mid-Game Speech That Made Him Go 'Wow'
Last night’s first Monday Night Football matchup of the season showcased yet another epic comeback, similar to what we saw on Sunday Night earlier this week.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9
Aaron Rodgers who? J.J. McCarthy’s swagger in comeback proves Vikings right
Things turned the Minnesota Vikings’ way, giving Kevin O’Connell a chance to take a dig at reporters. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy finally settled in and got things done.
Kobe King News / A to Z Sports / September 9
Vikings have first major hiccup of the season, and it's from a former often injured free agent signing
The Minnesota Vikings had their first injury of the season, and will likely going to be without linebacker Blake Cashman for a while. He suffered a hamstring injury when trying to chase Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams in the 27-24 win, and is currently set to have an MRI on said hamstring, but the expectations aren't good.
Minnesota Vikings News / Total Apex Sports / September 9
Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell Praises Team Following Week 1 Win
In a debut that started as a comedy of errors and ended like a Hollywood blockbuster, Vikings rookie Quarterback J.J. McCarthy gave the NFL a performance for the ages.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9
Randy Moss deserves an assist for Vikings’ comeback with ManningCast appearance
The Minnesota Vikings have plenty of legends, but only one can claim he added a little spiritual push to J.J. McCarthy’s first NFL win. Randy Moss went from Hall of Fame wideout to part-time fortune teller on the ManningCast Monday night, and his call set the stage for one of the most exciting debuts a Vikings quarterback has had in recent memory.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 9
Minnesota Vikings Week 1 Snap Counts: Aaron Jones vs. Jordan Mason, secondary has shocking splits, DL rotation in a good place
The Minnesota Vikings had quite the up-and-down Six Flags roller coaster game, but they came out on the other side with a 27-24 win over the Chicago Bears.
Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 9
Justin Jefferson Makes Admission to Laura Rutledge After ‘Monday Night Football’
The Minnesota Vikings opened the NFL season with a 27-24 comeback win against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, overcoming an 11-point second-half deficit behind three fourth-quarter touchdowns led by 2024 first-round pick J.J.
Ty Chandler News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 9
Ty Chandler's heads-up return helps seal Vikings' first win of the season
In a night filled with incredible late heroics and record-breaking performances, maybe the smartest play in the Vikings' 27-24 come-from-behind win against the Bears came courtesy of third-string running back Ty Chandler.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 9
Kevin O'Connell's praises J.J. McCarthy after comeback win in NFL debut
JJ McCarthy got off to a slow start to his NFL career, but that just set the stage for an epic fourth quarter performance to steal a comeback win in his debut.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 9
J.J. McCarthy joins Steve Young with rare feat in Vikings debut
J.J. McCarthy got off to a nightmare start in his debut for the Minnesota Vikings, but the night ended with his name alongside a legendary quarterback's in the NFL record book.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 9
Halftime message from O'Connell to McCarthy sparks wild Vikings comeback
As the Vikings ran into the visitor's locker room at Soldier Field at halftime of Monday night's season opener, very little had gone right for their offense.
J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 8
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has forgettable start in debut vs. Bears
It was a highly-anticipated matchup between two 2024 first-round draft picks, J.J. McCarthy of the Minnesota Vikings and Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears.
Christian Darrisaw News / Pro Football Rumors / September 8
Vikings LT Christian Darrisaw uncertain to play in Week 1
The Vikings will be without safety Harrison Smith during tonight’s game against the Bears. Minnesota’s offensive line could also be shorthanded during the team’s season opener.
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