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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 28
Vikings' Snap Count vs. Bucs: Biggest Winners, Losers & Role Changes in Week 3
Most plans the Vikings had for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers went out the window when an injury to superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson forced the team to change its offensive strategy.
J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / September 28
Vikings end J.J. McCarthy era
When Jaxson Dart went down and out for the season with a knee injury in Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams, the New York Giants knew they had suffered a gut punch.
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 28
Harmon's Longship Week 3: Vikings Takeaways After Shipwrecking the Bucs to Remain Perfect
The Vikings are sailing undefeated three weeks into the 2026 NFL season. The Purple and Gold, led by captain... err, head coach Kevin O’Connell, boarded their boats and headed toward Tampa's shores to battle a winless but feisty Buccaneers team looking to taste victory for the first time this 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.
Justin Jefferson News / Field Level Media / September 28
Reports: Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) may play Sunday
An MRI Monday revealed a sprained left ankle for Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson, but the two-time first-team All-Pro might suit up for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, NFL Network and ESPN reported.
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.
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.
Josh Oliver News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 28
3 Experienced TEs Vikings Can Call for Help Amid Josh Oliver Injury Concerns
The Minnesota Vikings remain undefeated following Sunday's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; however, head coach Kevin O'Connell's squad is far from unscathed as a new week begins.
Justin Jefferson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 28
Justin Jefferson Avoided Long-Term Injury, Not Ruled Out Yet For Week 4
Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, imaging on Vikings WR Justin Jefferson‘s sprained ankle was positive, and he avoided a long-term injury. Rapoport adds there’s a chance Jefferson will play in Week 4 against the Dolphins.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 28
Minnesota Vikings Are 3-0, but Their Offense Still Looks Broken
The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0 after beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-16, but Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray’s return left the same offensive concerns intact.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 28
Time's Up: Analyzing Which Viking Should Lose His 53-Man Roster Spot to Kyle Van Noy
The Vikings have reached a point with edge rusher Kyle Van Noy where they need to make a decision on his contract. Based on the NFL rules, a player can be elevated to the active roster three times per season.
J.J. McCarthy News / Bring Me The Sports / September 28
J.J. McCarthy traded: The full timeline of his 2.5 years with the Vikings
The Vikings have traded third-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants for a fifth-round draft pick. His time in Minnesota comes to an end after just two and a half years (29 months, to be more precise) and ten regular season games.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 28
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.
J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28
JJ McCarthy has been traded by the Vikings
JJ McCarthy has been traded after less than three seasons with the Minnesota Vikings. On Monday, it was reported that McCarthy is going to the New York Giants, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28
Giants make shocking decision on Vikings' J.J. McCarthy after struggles of Jameis Winston
McCarthy may now receive an opportunity to jump-start his career.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 28
Minnesota Vikings dealt another brutal blow after Sunday’s win, and it could change the entire offensive dynamic
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-16 on Sunday afternoon, but the victory came at a steep cost. Tight end Josh Oliver is believed to have suffered a torn bicep during the game, a potentially devastating blow to a Vikings offense trying to establish its ground attack.
Josh Oliver News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 28
Vikings TE Josh Oliver Feared To Have Suffered Torn Biceps
Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Vikings TE Josh Oliver is feared to have suffered a torn biceps in Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers. Rapoport adds Oliver will have an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury, which would leave him out indefinitely if their fears are confirmed.
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.
Kyler Murray News / Bring Me The News / September 27
Vikings-Bucs reaction: Kyler Murray struggles, 3rd down disasters, and sack masters
It was far from pretty, but the Minnesota Vikings improved to 3-0 with a 23-16 win over the Buccaneers in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. You can
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