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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Defense-first Vikings must start to get some help from the offense
This has been a difficult start to the season for head coach Kevin O’Connell of the Minnesota Vikings. While the 3-0 start has the team in first place in the challenging NFC North and the defense may be the best in the NFL, the offense has barely crawled through the opening games of the season.
Demond Claiborne News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 1
What Vikings' New RB Arrivals Could Mean for Demond Claiborne's Outlook in Week 4 and Beyond
An NFL fanbase rarely shows real interest in a sixth-round pick, but the Vikings' selection of Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne at pick 199 caught fans’ attention this past April.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 1
Why the Vikings could be the NFL's last undefeated team
Only five teams are still undefeated entering Week 4 of the NFL season: Buffalo Bills, Las Vegas Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings, and San Francisco 49ers.
The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Is This a Trap Game for Vikings Against Dolphins?
Many NFL coaches want to push hard in practice even though that team was victorious the week before. It’s a fact of life that when teams string wins together, there’s a certain level of satisfaction in the locker room.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 1
Most Overlooked Loser From Vikings' J.J. McCarthy Trade
The Vikings traded quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the Giants on Monday, finally ending an era in Minnesota. That said, things won't be much different for the Purple and Gold moving forward, minus the lack of off-field distractions.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Jameis Winston reveals if he felt disrespected after Giants traded for J.J. McCarthy
Winston completed 25 of 49 total passes (51 percent) for 229 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in his two outings following Jaxson Dart's injury.
Jeshaun Jones News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 1
Suspension Over: How Jeshaun Jones's Return Could Impact Vikings' WR Plans in Week 4
Jeshaun Jones has served his three-game suspension for a violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy and is able to return to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4, just in time for the game against the Miami Dolphins.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Giants' John Harbaugh got advice from expected source before trade for J.J. McCarthy
Harbaugh happens to be close to somebody who knows McCarthy exceedingly well.
Justin Jefferson News / Viral Sports News / October 1
Minnesota Vikings Get Disappointing Justin Jefferson Update
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson sat out practice Wednesday as the team sorts through an ankle sprain that could keep him off the field Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Week 4 Matchup - Injury Report for Dolphins and Vikings
As the Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins prepare for their Week 4 battle at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, October 4, 2026, the true storyline isn’t just written in the playbook—it’s etched on the medical charts.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 30
Gavin Bartholomew Could Play a Bigger Vikings Role Following Josh Oliver Injury
Buried in a chaotic Monday of J.J. McCarthy-centered news was the announcement from the Vikings that tight end Josh Oliver would have season-ending surgery on a torn bicep (per NFL Insider Jeremy Fowler).
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Multiple NFL insiders believe big QB trades could be on the horizon
The NFL trade deadline could bring more quarterback movement, and several names stand out as strong possibilities.
Justin Jefferson News / A to Z Sports / September 30
Vikings Injury Report: Justin Jefferson update highlights a crucial start to Week 4
Three days after Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson suffered an ankle injury, we got an update on his status going into Sunday. The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0 going into their second home game of the season against the Miami Dolphins.
NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
3 key players on Vikings' first injury report for Dolphins game
The Minnesota Vikings have a chance to stay undefeated when they host the winless Miami Dolphins on Sunday, but they might have to do it without some of their top players.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 30
One Fix Vikings Need to Make Heading into Week 4 vs. Dolphins
A 3-0 start is usually indicative that a team is on track to have an excellent season in the NFL. In the case of the Minnesota Vikings, that may not necessarily be the case.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 30
Vikings Verdict: Judging Kyler Murray, Kirk Cousins & Other Overreactions From Win Over Bucs
A hot start has the Minnesota Vikings in prime position to make a playoff run this winter, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows in Minnesota. Do the Vikings have the right quarterback?
Dallas Turner News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Vikings Stock Watch: Dallas Turner's Climb Up the Ladder
The Minnesota Vikings may not be playing the kind of offensive football that head coach Kevin O’Connell wants to see, but they are in first place in the NFC North with a 3-0 record.
Jay Ward News / A to Z Sports / September 30
Talented Minnesota Vikings player earns award that eases one person’s hot seat and paints a bright picture for Kevin O’Connell
Player of the Week awards have become commonplace for the Minnesota Vikings, and it’s already the second one of the year. The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0, and their best unit might not even be the defense.
Caleb Banks News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Vikings Rookie Caleb Banks Played Just 12 Snaps, but the Tape Offered a Hint of Progress
The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0, and first-round pick Caleb Banks has been a small part of that story. The rookie defensive tackle played a season-low 12 snaps in Sunday’s 23-16 road win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to PFF’s weekly rookie grades.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
Time to panic about Vikings' feeble offense? Give them at least one more week
The Vikings are off to a fascinating, almost unprecedented three-game start to their season, which has given fans reason to be both excited about the results and concerned about the big-picture outlook.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
Vikings Announce Five Practice Squad Signings
The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed P Johnny Hekker, RB Audric Estime, RB Devin Neal, OLB Keshawn Banks, and G Josh Priebe to their practice squad
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report details why Vikings picked J.J. McCarthy over Aaron Rodgers, McCarthy's Minnesota downfall
Why did the Vikings pass on Aaron Rodgers? And how did things go off the rails for McCarthy in Minnesota?
Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29
Vikings Sign QB Max Brosmer From Practice Squad
The quick ending to J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota stay produced a Giants move to create roster space. The team waived Jake Haener; though, per The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero, the young backup is expected to stay with the team on the practice squad if/once he clears waivers today.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 27
Buccaneers' start goes from bad to worse with Baker Mayfield's injury
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost again on Sunday, dropping a 23-16 decision to the Minnesota Vikings.
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