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3 Winners and 1 Loser in Vikings 9-3 Win Over Bears

3 Winners and 1 Loser in Vikings 9-3 Win Over Bears

The Minnesota Vikings did not need an offensive explosion to leave Soldier Field with another win. They beat the Chicago Bears 9-3 in a rain-soaked NFC North battle and moved to 2-0.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
Vikings’ Dallas Turner shares classy reaction to Caleb Williams’ injury

Vikings’ Dallas Turner shares classy reaction to Caleb Williams’ injury

Coach Kevin O’Connell’s Minnesota Vikings took on Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears in Week 2 action without injured Kyler Murray, who got an encouraging update.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
Aaron Jones had a perfect response to the hit that sent his helmet flying

Aaron Jones had a perfect response to the hit that sent his helmet flying

Aaron Jones had quite the Sunday. Thrust into a workhorse role with Jordan Mason on IR, the Vikings’ 31-year-old running back received 23 carries — the most he’s handled in four years.

Justin Jefferson News / Viral Sports News / September 21
Justin Jefferson Says What Many Were Thinking About Vikings’ Offense

Justin Jefferson Says What Many Were Thinking About Vikings’ Offense

The Minnesota Vikings left Soldier Field with a 9-3 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday and a 2-0 start in the NFC North, even if the offense never found much rhythm in the rain.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?

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Dallas Turner News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
Dallas Turner looks like Vikings' next superstar sack artist: 'He's a problem'

Dallas Turner looks like Vikings' next superstar sack artist: 'He's a problem'

Dallas Turner has arrived. If that wasn’t clear after his stellar season opener against the Packers, there’s no denying it now. This is the player the Vikings were so excited to trade up and draft in the first round two years ago.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Vikings Announce New Kyler Murray Update After Beating Bears

Vikings Announce New Kyler Murray Update After Beating Bears

The Minnesota Vikings walked out of a soggy Soldier Field with a 9-3 win Sunday, but the performance under center left little doubt about who the team still views as its quarterback of the future.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 20
Demond Claiborne Deserves a Bigger Role With Vikings Despite Quiet Week 2

Demond Claiborne Deserves a Bigger Role With Vikings Despite Quiet Week 2

There wasn't a whole lotta offensive excitement in the Vikings' 9-3 win over the rival Bears in Week 2. But hey, a win's a win. That said, one player whom Purple and Gold fans wanted to see more from on Sunday was Demond Claiborne, especially after the rookie running back was a healthy scratch in the season-opening win over the Packers.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Vikings’ Brian Flores makes Ben Johnson’s Bears look stupid all day with dominant Minnesota defense

Vikings’ Brian Flores makes Ben Johnson’s Bears look stupid all day with dominant Minnesota defense

The Minnesota Vikings faced a difficult assignment in Week 2 as they had to go into Soldier Field to take on the explosive Chicago Bears and quarterback Caleb Williams.

Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / September 20
Vikings Defense Leads Minnesota to Gritty Win Over Bears

Vikings Defense Leads Minnesota to Gritty Win Over Bears

The Minnesota Vikings improved to 2-0 on Sunday, defeating the Chicago Bears 9-3 in a defensive battle at Soldier Field. After both teams scored plenty of points in Week 1, the NFC North matchup turned into a completely different game.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
By the numbers: Vikings defense completely derails Bears hype train

By the numbers: Vikings defense completely derails Bears hype train

It took the Chicago Bears one week and a meeting with Brian Flores and the Minnesota Vikings defense to go from being considered the NFL’s most explosive offense to a team searching for answers.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Watch Dallas Turner eat Colston Loveland’s lunch to end Vikings’ ugly win over Bears

Watch Dallas Turner eat Colston Loveland’s lunch to end Vikings’ ugly win over Bears

The Minnesota Vikings improved to 2-0 on Sunday afternoon with a road win over the divisional rival Chicago Bears. The Vikings controlled this game most of the way, but still had to hold on for dear life in the end as backup Bears quarterback Tyler Bagent had a chance to win the game on the last play.

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NFL News / Bring Me The News / September 20
Vikings-Bears instant reaction: Significant injuries in the North, Bradbury, RB health, more

Vikings-Bears instant reaction: Significant injuries in the North, Bradbury, RB health, more

The Minnesota Vikings are off to a 2-0 start after beating the Chicago Bears 9-3 on a rainy Sunday at Soldier Field. Get the full game recap from Will Ragatz here, and continue with this story for our instant reaction to what the win means for Minnesota.

Justin Jefferson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Vikings’ Justin Jefferson hits franchise milestone with instant big play vs. Bears

Vikings’ Justin Jefferson hits franchise milestone with instant big play vs. Bears

On Sunday afternoon, the Minnesota Vikings hit the field for a road game against the divisional rival Chicago Bears, looking to improve to 2-0 after last week’s win vs the Green Bay Packers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 20
Justin Jefferson Passes Randy Moss On Vikings All-Time List on Sunday

Justin Jefferson Passes Randy Moss On Vikings All-Time List on Sunday

Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings are coming off a strong 39-22 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 13 to open the 2026 NFL regular season.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Vikings rumors: Ian Rapoport points out Kyler Murray fact ‘worth noting’ ahead of potential Week 3 question

Vikings rumors: Ian Rapoport points out Kyler Murray fact ‘worth noting’ ahead of potential Week 3 question

The Minnesota Vikings will be without Kyler Murray in Week 2 against the Chicago Bears, as he’s still dealing with a concussion he suffered in the club’s 39-22 Week 1 win over the Green Bay Packers.

J.J. McCarthy News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
What to make of new report about J.J. McCarthy’s alleged immaturity

What to make of new report about J.J. McCarthy’s alleged immaturity

A recent report from a Vikings insider summed up a notion that has been hinted at on multiple occasions in the wake of J.J. McCarthy’s failed 2025 debut season: Immaturity is one of the things that has held him back in the NFL.

Demond Claiborne News / TWSN / September 20
Minnesota Vikings Make Major Demond Claiborne Decision Before Bears Game

Minnesota Vikings Make Major Demond Claiborne Decision Before Bears Game

After the Minnesota Vikings had to place Jordan Mason on injured reserve as he deals with the recovery process of having undergone surgery to repair a

Carson Wentz News / Athlon Sports / September 20
Carson Wentz Has Unexpected History On His Side Before Vikings-Bears

Carson Wentz Has Unexpected History On His Side Before Vikings-Bears

Carson Wentz has been around the NFL long enough to experience just about everything. He has been a franchise quarterback, an MVP candidate, a backup and a late-career insurance policy.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20

Vikings, Bears inactive lists for Soldier Field showdown

There aren’t any major developments to report as the kickoff between the Vikings and Bears approaches at 12 p.m. CT in Chicago. Both teams issued their respective inactive reports, and there are no surprises.

Caleb Banks News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 20
Setting Expectations for Caleb Banks's Performance vs. Bears

Setting Expectations for Caleb Banks's Performance vs. Bears

It's still early in the 2026 NFL season, but so far, Vikings rookie defensive lineman Caleb Banks hasn't looked like the player whom fans hoped he would become.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 19
Vikings Elevating OLB Kyle Van Noy & WR Dillon Bell

Vikings Elevating OLB Kyle Van Noy & WR Dillon Bell

The Vikings announced the elevation of OLB Kyle Van Noy and WR Dillon Bell for Week 2. Van Noy, 35, is a former second-round pick of the Lions back in 2014 out of BYU.

Stephon Gilmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 18
Stephon Gilmore Signs One-Day Contract To Retire With Patriots

Stephon Gilmore Signs One-Day Contract To Retire With Patriots

Veteran CB Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL back in April after 13 seasons in the league. On Friday, Gilmore signed a one-day contract with the Patriots to retire with the organization.  Gilmore, 35, was taken with the No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
High-powered Bears offense set to face Vikings defense stingy on points

High-powered Bears offense set to face Vikings defense allowing yards but stingy on points

The Bears lead the NFL in multiple offensive categories after a 59-37 win in the season opener at the Carolina Panthers.

Vikings announce Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Bears game
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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings' QB competition was reportedly never about J.J. McCarthy

Vikings' QB competition was reportedly never about J.J. McCarthy

That's the type of locker room management that can really take a team the long way.

Vikings reportedly 'pushed hard' to get Drake Maye in 2024 NFL Draft
Kyler Murray injury update could leave Vikings' Kevin O'Connell with massive Carson Wentz decision
NFL insiders repeat Carson Wentz warning for Vikings' Kyler Murray
The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings reportedly 'pushed hard' to get Drake Maye in 2024 NFL Draft

Vikings reportedly 'pushed hard' to get Drake Maye in 2024 NFL Draft

According to ESPN insider Kevin Seifert, the Vikings aggressively pushed to move up to No. 3 and get Maye, as they didn't think J.J. McCarthy was ready at the time.

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