Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carson Wentz starts again for Vikings vs. slumping Chargers

While J.J. McCarthy is close to a return, it won't come this week against his collegiate head coach. Carson Wentz will make his fifth straight start at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Chargers, led by former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh, in Inglewood, Calif.

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'That’s More on Me': Vikings Star Justin Jefferson Has Blunt Take on Cooper DeJean’s Crucial Stop

In a closely contested matchup, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson faced a challenging situation against the Philadelphia Eagles’ Cooper DeJean.

Carson Wentz News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Vikings Tuesday injury report sees an important addition, along with a change in Carson Wentz's status

The Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Chargers are set to face off on Thursday night. It will be the third time that the Vikings will have played a Thursday night game in Los Angeles since 2018.

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The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw two touchdowns in a game on 55 different occasions can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing-touchdown leaders' quiz

The 'Most TD catches in an NFL debut' quiz

The 'Oldest 300-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 21

Vikings Linked to New Playmaker in PFF 2026 NFL Mock Draft

Don’t let the media or the general population fool you; it is never too early for a mock draft. Just because the 2026 NFL Draft is six months away and we aren’t even halfway through the season doesn’t mean we can’t start eyeing up some intriguing draft prospects for our beloved Minnesota Vikings.

Aaron Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Vikings Designate RB Aaron Jones To Return From IR

Per the wire, the Vikings have designated RB Aaron Jones to return from injured reserve by opening his 21-day practice window following a hamstring injury.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 21

Eagles DC Vic Fangio credits unsung hero for brutal Carson Wentz pick-six

The Minnesota Vikings suffered another frustrating defeat in Week 7, losing 28-22 to the Philadelphia Eagles in what was supposed to be Carson Wentz’s big revenge game.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 21

Expect the Vikings to Cut a Pricey Addition after the Season

The Minnesota Vikings were big spenders in March when the league allowed teams to acquire players that had previously played elsewhere, better known as free agency.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 21

Aaron Jones update is good news for Vikings' rushing attack

Aaron Jones update is good news for Vikings' sputtering rushing attack

Running the ball could soon become much easier for the Minnesota Vikings.

TJ Hockenson had harsh words for referees after his diving TD catch was overturned

Five worst Week 7 performances: Three benched QBs may have played themselves out of starting roles

NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Chiefs, Eagles shine; Mike McDaniel's seat scorching

Who is the greatest all-time running back from every NFL team?

The 'Last 1,000-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

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The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Vikings announce Week 8 quarterback plans

With Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy continuing to deal with a high ankle sprain, Carson Wentz will make his fifth straight start in Week 8.

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The '2016 Week 1 starting NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Isaiah Rodgers News / Field Level Media / October 20

Vikings 'disgusted' at racist comments directed at CB Isaiah Rodgers

The Minnesota Vikings released a statement saying they are disgusted at the racial slurs directed at cornerback Isaiah Rodgers on social media after Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

NFL panic meter: Should Commanders, Chargers be worried?

The season is starting to turn for a few NFL teams that entered the season with playoff expectations. Which ones should be worried, and which should hold off on pressing the panic button?

NFL Week 7 winners, losers

Worst Week 7 performances

Chargers TE Oronde Gadsden II leads list of standout rookies from Week 7

Week 7 fantasy football takeaways

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

T.J. Hockenson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

TJ Hockenson had harsh words for referees after his diving TD catch was overturned

Minnesota Vikings tight end TJ Hockenson did not hide his feelings Sunday after his critical touchdown catch was wiped out by NFL replay review. Hockenson

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Chiefs, Eagles shine; Mike McDaniel's seat scorching

With most of the NFL's Week 7 schedule in the books, it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from around the league.

Chiefs prove that they are still the team to beat in AFC after shutout win

Jalen Hurts posts perfect passer rating as Eagles snap skid

Drake Maye makes Patriots history by breaking this Tom Brady record

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb makes Week 7 return with a bang

Bears defense does its job against Saints to keep winning streak going

'SNF' takeaways: Vintage performance from Christian McCaffrey lifts 49ers

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 19

Vikings have discovered a new way to defend the tush push

NFL teams have spent several years trying to figure out ways to stop the Philadelphia Eagles from converting in short-yardage situations with the tush push, and the Minnesota Vikings employed a new strategy in Week 7.