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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 5

One Vikings Position Battle That's Already Close to Being Over

Training camp is ramping up for the Vikings and other teams around the NFL. For fans, that means regular-season football is right around the corner. However, for many players hoping to make the team, this is an opportunity to achieve their dreams and prove themselves at the highest level of competition.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 5

The Vikings Extension of Brian O’Neill Looks Even Better After the Newest Bears Move

Last week the Vikings made news by extending right tackle Brian O’Neill to a four-year $96 million contract extension. Now this week the Bears have made

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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.

Jordan Addison News / A to Z Sports / August 5

Jordan Addison’s latest injury swings the door open for other Vikings players help make the roster better during training camp

Vikings star wide receiver Jordan Addison recently suffered an injury during Vikings training camp. While it’s not ideal news, there is definitely a silver lining that comes with the development.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 5

Projecting the Minnesota Vikings' 53-man roster after one week of training camp

The Vikings are one week into training camp. There's a long way to go, including three preseason games and two joint practices, but five full-speed practices is enough of a sample size to have already learned a good bit about this roster.

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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.

Justin Jefferson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 5

Why Justin Jefferson Has the Correct Approach to Vikings' QB1 Competition

The Vikings are holding a two-man quarterback competition during training camp. The winner of that battle gets the privilege of throwing to one of the best wide receivers in the NFL, Justin Jefferson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 5

Vikings reporter names 'overwhelming favorite' to win QB competition

Vikings reporter names 'overwhelming favorite' to win Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition

Minnesota's preseason opener is at the New York Giants on Aug. 15.

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J.J. McCarthy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell Addresses Report That J.J. McCarthy Wasn’t ‘His Guy’

Former Vikings WR Cris Carter said on the Fully Loaded podcast that, from what he hears talking to people in and around the team, former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was a bigger advocate of drafting QB J.J.

James Pierre News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Vikings' Surging Fifth-Round Rookie has James Pierre on the Ropes in Position Battle

The Vikings' young talent has been on display on defense so far this training camp, and no such case has been more apparent than that of fifth-round rookie cornerback Charles Demmings.

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Losers & Winners From Vikings Training Camp (8/4): QBs Leave Much to Be Desired, Rookie CB Shines & More

EAGAN, MN — Modern NFL training camps are filled with variations in daily intensity and focus, but sometimes players find an opportunity to shine even on the slowest of days.

Tai Felton News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 5

Tai Felton's Training Camp Is Going Better Than Expected: Here's Why Vikings Should Be Excited

Several Vikings entered the 2026 training camp under plenty of pressure, including second-year wide receiver Tai Felton. Drafted 102nd overall out of Maryland

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Why Vikings GM is 'confident' Murray can excel amid QB competition

Why Vikings GM is 'confident' Kyler Murray can excel amid competition vs. J.J. McCarthy

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell seems prepared to run the competition for the team's starting QB job through multiple preseason games.

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Justin Jefferson News / Yardbarker / August 5

NFL insider names Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson a risky early fantasy pick

Minnesota Vikings superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson presents one of the most difficult decisions in 2026 fantasy football drafts.

J.J. McCarthy must fix two things to beat Kyler Murray for Vikings' QB1 job

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5

Vikings’ Jordan Addison drops unbothered reaction after Zay Flowers’ contract extension

The Minnesota Vikings recently picked up the fifth-year option of Jordan Addison. Rob Brzezinski, the interim general manager of the Vikings, stated that they view Addison as an “impact player.” The 24-year-old wide receiver said he has been working his tail off in training camp, repaying the trust the front office has given him.

Charles Demmings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 5

Vikings training camp recap, Day 6: QB battle continues, Charles Demmings shines

After putting the pads on for the first time on Monday, the Vikings were back in shells on Tuesday for a bit of a lighter practice. Several veteran starters got rest days ahead of what's expected to be a more intense padded practice on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Vikings Day 6 Training Camp: Neither quarterback stood out, while one rookie continues to shine

After the first day of full pads at Minnesota Vikings training camp, they have taken the pads off on Tuesday. It’s relatively normal to have a lighter day after having the pads on, meaning it will be more of a walkthrough.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Vikings' Most Pressing QB Question Follows Them Into Kevin O'Connell's Camp

NFL analyst Kristopher Knox has recently mentioned the Vikings as a team that could sign Baker Mayfield next spring if he hits free agency after his newest comments regarding his feelings about the Buccaneers and his contract status.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 4

McCarthy must fix two things to beat Murray for Vikings' QB1 job

J.J. McCarthy must fix two things to beat Kyler Murray for Vikings' QB1 job

McCarthy was wildly erratic last season, and his injury concerns are also a major red flag.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Former Minnesota Vikings Tight End Has Reportedly Died

Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Norris Brown, a contributor to the University of Georgia’s 1980 national championship squad, has died. He was 65. Brown, whose full name was Willie Norris Brown, passed away Friday in Laurens, South Carolina, according to a local funeral home.