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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Minnesota Vikings finally address a major area of need, but questions remain about whether it’s enough
The Minnesota Vikings have had an issue at center for the past two years, and they have finally tried to address it. Less than 24 hours after finalizing the initial 53-man roster, the Minnesota Vikings have made a couple of waiver claims, both of which came on the offensive line.
The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz
How many of the record holders for QB sacks in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
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.
J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 31
5 Most Intriguing Vikings on the Initial 53-Man Roster (McCarthy Makes the Cut for Now)
The NFL’s deadline for the Vikings and other teams to submit their final rosters came and went at 5 p.m. CT Sunday night. While the majority of moves seemed likely for a while, there were a few surprises, mainly in the special teams room.
J.J. McCarthy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Out With 'Multi-Week' Ankle Sprain
Adam Schefter reported during a recent media appearance that Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has a sprained ankle that he believes will cause him to miss multiple weeks.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 31
NFL analyst makes bold statement about Kevin O’Connell, and it’s a point that’s been underdiscussed for a reason
We know that Kevin O’Connell is a great head coach, but does he get too much credit for his team’s output? Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell is viewed as one of the best offensive minds in the NFL.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 31
Vikings may have made major J.J. McCarthy call after Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decisions
The Minnesota Vikings surprised some members of the NFL community when they ended roster cutdown day with starter Kyler Murray, veteran Carson Wentz, 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy and 25-year-old Max Brosmer still in their quarterback room and on their active squad.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 31
The national media is ready to pounce on Kevin O'Connell, but his excuses are real
Social media echo chambers are occupied by rage-baiting armchair quarterbacks, and it appears that some of their negativity is spilling over to the national media.
Brett Thorson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 31
What to Know About New Vikings Punter Brett Thorson (And How He Ultimately Made 53-Man Roster)
When the Vikings signed Johnny Hekker this offseason, the veteran punter looked like a lock to be the team's starter. The 36-year-old was entering his 15th season in the NFL and had been a solid player during his entire career.
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 31
The 3 Biggest Questions Remaining After Vikings Trim The Roster Down To 53
The Minnesota Vikings trimmed their roster down from 90 to 53 on Sunday, but the moves may not be done just yet. While some questions were answered, like the fate of bubble players like Dillon Bell or Jacob Thomas, other concerns still remain after cutdown day.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Minnesota Vikings’ initial 53-man roster has fascinating decisions from GM Nolan Teasley
The first 53-man roster from the Minnesota Vikings isn’t going to stay that way for very long, and here’s what stood out. The Minnesota Vikings have released their initial 53-man roster, and there are fascinating elements scattered throughout.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 31
Former Vikings player shares challenge for J.J. McCarthy amid career uncertainty
It was learned on Sunday that the Minnesota Vikings were keeping 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy and 25-year-old Max Brosmer in their quarterback room.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Vikings Cut 35, Finalize 53-Man Roster
The Minnesota Vikings announced all the moves they made to get down to a 53-man roster by today’s deadline, including cutting 35 players. The full list
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 30
Fresh look at projected Vikings depth chart based on 53-man roster
The Vikings set the 53-man roster on Sunday. While more roster moves are possible before the Sept. 12 season opener against the Green Bay Packers, we have a good idea of what the depth chart will look like.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30
Vikings Set Initial 53-Man Roster
The Vikings have finalized their initial 53-man roster, cutting 35 players among these transactions: DT Jonathan Harris P Johnny Hekker DT Isaiahh Loudermilk
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 30
J.J. McCarthy makes Vikings' initial 53-man roster — but future remains uncertain
McCarthy will remain with the Minnesota Vikings ... for now.
J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / August 31
Major update emerges on JJ McCarthy’s status
JJ McCarthy has lived to fight another day in Minnesota. The Minnesota Vikings quarterback McCarthy officially finished Sunday’s roster cutdown day still on the team’s 53-man roster, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 30
Vikings' initial 53-man roster set: McCarthy and Brosmer both make the cut
The Vikings have set their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season. Not only is J.J. McCarthy among the 53, Minnesota also kept Max Brosmer as the fourth quarterback.
Walter Rouse News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30
Vikings’ T Walter Rouse Avoids Waiver Wire, Traded To Patriots
On a day in which every team is paring down their roster, the Patriots have made an addition. Often on cutdown day, teams are keeping an eye on who other teams are releasing with an eye on possible claims.
Tyler Batty News / Bring Me The Sports / August 30
Tyler Batty placed on IR with torn ACL; Vikings' need for OLB depth deepens
Promising Vikings second-year outside linebacker Tyler Batty tore his ACL in Friday night’s preseason finale and has been placed on injured reserve, according to insider Tom Pelissero of Netflix and The Ringer.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Minnesota Vikings get brutal injury news ahead of 2026 season, and it compounds an awful problem
The Minnesota Vikings already had a major need at edge rusher, and it just got a lot worse for Brian Flores. The edge rusher position is one of the worst for the Minnesota Vikings right now, and it got worse on Sunday.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Vikings releasing P Johnny Hekker
He had been competing with sixth-round P Brett Thorson for the starting punter job, and the rookie gets the nod for Minnesota.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 28
Vikings beat out every NFC North team in new ranking
The NFL season hasn't started yet, so it may be premature to get too excited about rankings that are dropping, but still, Minnesota Vikings fans should like this latest tally from USA Today.
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