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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Adam Thielen Makes Feelings Clear on Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Trade
The Minnesota Vikings traded quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick, closing the book on a first-round project that never fully took hold.
Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 29
Brian Flores is keeping Vikings on its toes ahead of game vs. 0-3 Dolphins
On paper, the Minnesota Vikings have a golden opportunity to advance to 4-0 in Week 4 against the Miami Dolphins after De’Von Achane was officially placed on IR with a season-ending ACL injury.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Vikings Predicted to Replace Kyler Murray with Shocking QB Steal
Tankathon’s latest 2027 NFL mock draft has Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin coming off the board at No. 31 overall, the last pick of the first round, a projection that puts a high-efficiency passer in range of teams treating 2026 as a one-year experiment under center.
The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?
Josh Oliver News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Josh Oliver's Injury Leaves the 3-0 Vikings With a Tight End Question for Week 4
The Minnesota Vikings are struggling to get their offense going through the first three weeks of the season. While the defense and special teams have been dominating for head coach Kevin O’Connell, offensive achievements are few and far between for this 3-0 team.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Wrong Despite Beating Bucs (And What It Means Moving Forward)
“Your undefeated Vikings” has a nice ring to it three weeks into the season. The Vikes have proven to be a feisty, resourceful team, finding ways to ride their dominant defense to victory even though their passing offense has been a complete non-factor the last two weeks.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Vikings GM Nolan Teasley continues to adjust the active roster to maximize their depth, including the return of a preseason favorite
We are only a few months into Nolan Teasley’s tenure as general manager, and he’s shown a willingness to shake things up. Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley teased the potential of making a decent splash in the trade market during the season.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 29
Minnesota Vikings suddenly acquire former 1,200-yard RB
The Minnesota Vikings are adding another running back.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29
Vikings Tried Out Nine Free Agents
The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted nine free agents for workouts on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: DE Keshawn
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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29
Vikings Make Eight Roster Moves For Week 4
The Minnesota Vikings announced a series of roster moves on Tuesday for Week 4. The full list includes: Vikings placed TE Josh Oliver on injured reserve.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Minnesota Vikings add intriguing piece on offense who compares directly to an offensive starter
The running back position is a difficult one for the Minnesota Vikings, and they are taking multiple swings to fortify it. The Minnesota Vikings‘ biggest weakness right now is at running back.
Jauan Jennings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Jauan Jennings Is Already Giving Vikings Reasons to Feel Buyer's Remorse
When the Vikings signed free agent wide receiver Jauan Jennings, the one-year, $8 million contract looked like an absolute steal. Acquiring a productive pass-catcher with a knack for finding the end zone (22 career touchdowns in 75 games before 2026) sounded like a great complement to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.
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 / A to Z Sports / September 29
Vikings trade of J.J. McCarthy prompts fascinating quote from GM Nolan Teasley, and it could be a sign of things to come
Now that J.J. McCarthy is traded, there could be some more moves on the way, and Nolan Teasley hinted as such.
Jordan Mason News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Vikings' Backup RB Situation Is Becoming an Issue as Jordan Mason Remains on IR
They might have a perfect record, but that doesn't change the fact that the Vikings' offense has been bad this season. They rank last in the league with 238.3 total yards of offense per game, along with a league-worst 137 passing yards per contest.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / September 29
Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade
The Minnesota Vikings had only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster after they traded JJ McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday. On Tuesday, the Vikings fixed that.
Myles Price News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Myles Price Ended a 162-Game Punt Return Drought, and the 3-0 Vikings Have a New Weapon
The Minnesota Vikings are in first place in the NFC North with a 3-0 record. It will be a major challenge to hold off the high-scoring Chicago Bears and the revenge-minded Detroit Lions this year.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 29
Vikings snap counts and notable PFF grades from defense-led win over Bucs
Although they did it in somewhat unconventional fashion, the Vikings moved to 3-0 on Sunday with a 23-16 road win over the Buccaneers. Their offensive struggles not only continued but actually worsened in Kyler Murray’s return to action.
Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / September 29
O'Connell's creativity may be limited by Murray's potential downturn
In an era that is part of the NFL’s past, a coach was judged by his toughness, discipline and the fear he induced in his own players. The names included some of the greatest coaches in the sport’s history including Vince Lombardi, Tom Landry, Bud Grant and Don Shula.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 29
Reports expand on Giants' thoughts about J.J. McCarthy after trade with Vikings
One of the more surprising NFL-related events of September involved the New York Giants agreeing on Monday to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 29
Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings officially ended their J.J. McCarthy experiment when they agreed on Monday to trade the third-year quarterback to the New York Giants for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.
Justin Jefferson News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Suffered Ankle Sprain, Could Play Week 4
It’s been a notable day for the Vikings. The team moved on from former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy in a deal with the Giants, and they learned that tight end Josh Oliver will likely miss the rest of the season after suffering a biceps tear.
Justin Jefferson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28
Vikings announce Justin Jefferson injury update after early exit in Week 3
The Minnesota Vikings were holding their breath after superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson left after just six snaps in Week 3. Jefferson suffered an ankle injury in the Vikings’ 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but head coach Kevin O’Connell gave a positive update regarding their superstar.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 29
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell believes franchises bail on their struggling young quarterbacks too often. That didn't stop him from abandoning the J.J. McCarthy experiment.
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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