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Vikings' Commitment to J.J. McCarthy as QB2 Isn't as Cut and Dry as It Seems

Vikings' Commitment to J.J. McCarthy as QB2 Isn't as Cut and Dry as It Seems

Developing a young quarterback in today's NFL can be a massive challenge for any team. The Vikings are currently facing that situation as they hope to see J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Vikings Joint Practice Vs. Ravens Recap: Brian Flores’ defense dominates, while Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy struggle to find footing

Vikings Joint Practice Vs. Ravens Recap: Brian Flores’ defense dominates, while Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy struggle to find footing

The first joint practice between the Minnesota Vikings and Baltimore Ravens is in the books and dominated by Brian Flores’ defense. The Minnesota Vikings are wrapping up training camp with joint practices with the Baltimore Ravens.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 19
3 Vikings Players Whose Roster Spot Is In Danger After Preseason Week 1

3 Vikings Players Whose Roster Spot Is In Danger After Preseason Week 1

The Vikings battled the New York Giants in their first foray into NFL action this season and squeaked out a win in a hard-fought game. Different players excelled and saw their stocks rise as we get closer to the team making their final decisions on the 53-man roster.

Myles Price News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 19
5 Vikings With Soaring Stocks Are Flipping the Depth Chart at Training Camp (Including Myles Price)

5 Vikings With Soaring Stocks Are Flipping the Depth Chart at Training Camp (Including Myles Price)

Although many fans point to the preseason and training camp as being "meaningless football" to them, the players on the field have so much at stake. Roster spots, playing time, and even livelihoods are at stake during this time of the year.

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The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

How many of the 39 NFL players to rush for at least 300 yards in a single NFL playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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J.J. McCarthy News / Viral Sports News / August 19
3 Unexpected Trade Destinations for Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy

3 Unexpected Trade Destinations for Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy

J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota Vikings tenure has unraveled faster than most expected. The 10th overall pick in 2024 missed his entire rookie season with a torn meniscus, then started 10 games in 2025 and posted 1,632 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions while battling ankle, concussion, and hand injuries.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Joshua Gray News / Bring Me The Sports / August 19
Vikings sign guard Joshua Gray, release veteran defensive tackle

Vikings sign guard Joshua Gray, release veteran defensive tackle

The Vikings have made another move towards the back end of their 90-man roster. They announced on Wednesday morning that they’ve signed guard Joshua Gray and released defensive tackle Eric Johnson II.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 19
Vikings Surprisingly Predicted to Dump Popular 6-foot-6 Defender

Vikings Surprisingly Predicted to Dump Popular 6-foot-6 Defender

Tyler Batty entered Minnesota Vikings training camp as a relatively unheralded second-year edge rusher, yet he quickly emerged as one of the more intriguing stories of the summer.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Vikings finally address an area of need ahead of joint practices with Ravens, but questions still remain

Vikings finally address an area of need ahead of joint practices with Ravens, but questions still remain

When you look at the Minnesota Vikings roster, center is a key area of need, and they have added someone at the position. During the course of training camp, snapping has been an issue for the Minnesota Vikings.

Eric Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 19

Vikings Cut DT Eric Johnson II

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have released DT Eric Johnson II. It is the corresponding move to the signing of OL Joshua Gray, which was made official.  Johnson, 27, was a fifth-round pick by the Colts in the 2022 NFL draft.

Ivan Pace News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 19
3 Vikings Veterans Trending Towards Roster Bubble: Ivan Pace's Future Is Officially in Question

3 Vikings Veterans Trending Towards Roster Bubble: Ivan Pace's Future Is Officially in Question

The Vikings are a team that is preparing for the future. Many of their recent roster moves were made to get younger and cut ties with players with bloated contracts who weren't performing up to the team's standards.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 19
Examining the Stakes for Each Position Group in the Vikings' Offense This Season

Examining the Stakes for Each Position Group in the Vikings' Offense This Season

I may regret this in a few months, but as of mid-August, I’m starting to feel very optimistic about the 2026 Vikings offense. After months of uncertainty,

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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 / August 19
Vikings Rookie DL Report Card: Young Defenders Aren't Ready for Regular Season

Vikings Rookie DL Report Card: Young Defenders Aren't Ready for Regular Season

The Minnesota Vikings made massive adjustments to their defensive line after the 2025 NFL season. The team parted ways with expensive veterans and used the draft to acquire young talent to fill the holes in the trenches.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Vikings Film Room: Draft pick’s debut didn’t go very well, and it raises a major cause for concern moving forward

Vikings Film Room: Draft pick’s debut didn’t go very well, and it raises a major cause for concern moving forward

The Minnesota Vikings made three third-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, and one of them struggled on Saturday afternoon. The Minnesota Vikings won their preseason debut by a score of 13-10 over the New York Giants.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 19
Vikings 53-Man Roster Projections 2.0: Who Helped Their Case in Preseason Week 1?

Vikings 53-Man Roster Projections 2.0: Who Helped Their Case in Preseason Week 1?

EAGAN, MN — We’re officially one week closer to cut day: the moment when all 32 teams across the league simultaneously make some dreams come true, and others stay dreams.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Vikings vs. Ravens Joint Practice Preview: Kyler Murray vs. Lamar Jackson and 2026 rookie class highlight two-day extravaganza

Vikings vs. Ravens Joint Practice Preview: Kyler Murray vs. Lamar Jackson and 2026 rookie class highlight two-day extravaganza

The Minnesota Vikings are set to host the Baltimore Ravens for two days of joint practices at TCO Performance Center. The Minnesota Vikings are wrapping up their training camp with joint practices against the Baltimore Ravens at TCO Performance Center.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 18
Vikings’ biggest issue is reaching a crisis point with few realistic options to fix it

Vikings’ biggest issue is reaching a crisis point with few realistic options to fix it

You normally don’t notice the center often because snapping is second nature, but that’s not the case with the Vikings. The Minnesota Vikings might have a big problem on their hands, and it’s one that many saw coming going into the season.

Arden Walker News / A to Z Sports / August 18
Packers grab player from rival to address position of need

Packers grab player from NFC North rival to address key position of need on the roster

The Green Bay Packers dipped into the NFC North to bolster their edge defender depth.

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Caleb Banks News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 18
Vikings’ Most Glaring Preseason Disappointment So Far (And What Comes Next)

Vikings’ Most Glaring Preseason Disappointment So Far (And What Comes Next)

Ah, mid-August. The time of year when months of football withdrawals lead to constant dissection of every practice rep and preseason snap once football returns in its earliest form.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 18
Minnesota Vikings have a dire need at a key position, and the options are dwindling at a rapid pace

Minnesota Vikings have a dire need at a key position, and the options are dwindling at a rapid pace

The biggest need for the Minnesota Vikings The Minnesota Vikings have a glaring hole at edge rusher, and the preseason tape is making it impossible to ignore.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 18
Vikings QB Kyler Murray already deemed a 'hot seat' candidate

Vikings QB Kyler Murray already deemed a 'hot seat' candidate

Just because Murray is getting the start in Week 1, that doesn't mean he can relax.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 18
Vikings Training Camp Stock Watch: 4 risers and fallers ranging from a former first-round pick to a rookie minicamp UDFA

Vikings Training Camp Stock Watch: 4 risers and fallers ranging from a former first-round pick to a rookie minicamp UDFA

Through the first preseason game, we have some really interesting movement in who has adjusted their stock. The Minnesota Vikings are nearing the end of training camp with joint practices against the Baltimore Ravens on the horizon.

Jamal Adams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17
Vikings Officially Place LB Jamal Adams On IR

Vikings Officially Place LB Jamal Adams On IR

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have officially placed LB Jamal Adams on season-ending injured reserve. The Vikings also announced they have signed UDFA CB Bryce Phillips to a contract.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 17
Vikings may be preparing to make stunning McCarthy, Wentz decision

Vikings may be preparing to make stunning J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz decision

McCarthy left much to be desired with his play over 10 starts during his second pro campaign.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 18
Vikings seem to have made McCarthy call after Murray decision

Vikings seem to have made J.J. McCarthy call after Kyler Murray decision

The Vikings named free-agent signing Murray the team's Week 1 starting quarterback.

Kyler Murray must do one thing to succeed with Vikings
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C.J. Stroud slammed with big concern ahead of make-or-break season
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Jamal Adams News / Yardbarker / August 17
Vikings lose Jamal Adams for season, putting his career in doubt

Vikings lose Jamal Adams for season, putting his career in doubt

The Minnesota Vikings knew the injury sustained by defensive back Jamal Adams on Saturday was not good. On Sunday, they received confirmation.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 16
Vikings’ Jamal Adams Suffers Potentially Serious Knee Injury

Vikings’ Jamal Adams Suffers Potentially Serious Knee Injury

It sounds as if Jamal Adams ’ first season with the Vikings may already be over. The three-time Pro Bowler exited Minnesota’s first preseason game on Saturday with a right knee injury, as ESPN’s Kevin Seifert details.

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