Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 20

Minnesota Vikings lose key member of their staff to a homecoming with an impressive promotion

The Minnesota Vikings being at 6-8 so far this season means that there will likely be multiple changes coming. Head coach Kevin O'Connell is likely not on the hot seat due to his 40-25 record leading the Vikings, but the lack of success will likely lead to changes this offseason.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 19

Vikings assistant reportedly leaving for Cal defensive coordinator role

Vikings safeties coach Michael Hutchings is reportedly leaving the organization to take the vacant defensive coordinator role at Cal, according to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.

Christian Darrisaw News / Pro Football Rumors / December 19

Vikings To Place Christian Darrisaw On IR

The Vikings placed linebacker Jonathan Greenard and safety Josh Metellus on injured reserve earlier this week, ending their seasons. Add left tackle Christian Darrisaw to the list.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / December 19

K-pop, country acts added to Vikings halftime show with Snoop Dogg

Two new acts have been announced to perform alongside rapper Snoop Dogg in Minneapolis on Christmas Day during the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions game.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 19

Vikings HC Head coach Kevin O'Connell provides clarity on multiple injuries ahead of Sunday's game vs. Giants

The Minnesota Vikings have dealt with a lot of injuries so far this season. Going into the game on Sunday against the New York Giants, there were still plenty of injuries to deal with, including left tackle Christian Darrisaw.

Christian Darrisaw News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 19

Vikings Place LT Christian Darrisaw On Injured Reserve

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell announced they are placing LT Christian Darrisaw on injured reserve. Darrisaw hasn’t played since Week 14 due to a knee injury and missed three of the past four games.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 19

How Vikings factor in playoff madness if Packers and Lions lose in Week 16

If the Vikings can't get into the playoffs, then the next-best thing might be doing their part to prevent the Packers or Lions from making it as well. How sweet would it be for the Vikings to dump the Lions on Christmas Day, or put a dagger in arch rival Green Bay in the season finale?

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 19

Minnesota Vikings have one thing left to achieve in the 2025 season and it goes against conventional wisdom

The 2025 season for the Minnesota Vikings has not gone the way they had planned. After getting a dramatic win in the season opener against the Chicago Bears, the massive string of injuries truly began with running back Aaron Jones and quarterback J.J.

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NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 19

Vikings score predictions for Week 16 road finale against Giants

With the season fading and the pressure of being in playoff contention gone, the Vikings have rattled off consecutive wins against NFC East teams with bad defenses and they can make it three in a row when they visit the New York Giants in their final road game of the season on Sunday.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 18

Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants broadcast map — Will you be able to watch on TV?

The Minnesota Vikings are looking for their third-consecutive victory on Sunday afternoon when they take on the New York Giants, who have won just two games all season.

Christian Darrisaw News / A to Z Sports / December 18

Absence of Minnesota Vikings LT Christian Darrisaw continues to raise serious questions about his health

The Minnesota Vikings continue to deal with injuries on both sides of the football. This week, it's all about the trenches. In Wednesday's injury report,

NFL News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / December 18

Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants Start Em’ Sit Em’| Week 16

The New York Giants are looking towards the end of a disappointing season as they prepare to face the Minnesota Vikings. Giants fans may be happy with the performance of quarterback Jaxson Dart, but there isn’t much else to be excited about with the team.

J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 18

J.J. McCarthy is seeing the field better, and here's what he says changed

J.J. McCarthy believes he's starting to catch up to the speed of the NFL. After accounting for six touchdowns in back-to-back wins over the Commanders and Cowboys, McCarthy has a renewed sense of confidence, largely because he's getting more comfortable in head coach Kevin O'Connell's offense.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18

Vikings vs. Giants bold predictions for Week 16 clash

Two of the best young quarterbacks meet on the field in Week 16 when the New York Giants welcome the Minnesota Vikings to MetLife Stadium. A lot of eyes will be on the head-to-head battle between Jaxson Dart and J.J.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17

Vikings' O-line is banged up ahead of matchup with Giants' stout front

The health of the Vikings' offensive line bears watching over the course of this week as they prepare for a trip to New Jersey to take on the Giants' impressive defensive front.

Josh Metellus News / Pro Football Rumors / December 17

Vikings S Josh Metellus To Undergo Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery

The Vikings lost outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard to a season-ending shoulder injury in Week 15. Safety Josh Metellus will join Greenard on the shelf for the rest of the year.

Kyler Murray News / Yardbarker / December 17

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / December 17

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 17

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Jonathan Greenard News / Pro Football Rumors / December 15

Vikings OLB Jonathan Greenard To Undergo Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery

Jonathan Greenard has been dealing with a left shoulder injury since Week 10. Instead of continuing to play through it, the veteran edge rusher will undergo surgery.

J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / December 15

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell was not happy with JJ McCarthy

JJ McCarthy’s “Griddy” dance may have been popular with some fans, but it clearly did not go over well with his coach. Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell had some harsh words for McCarthy after his team’s 34-26 win over the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Tex.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / December 15

How J.J. McCarthy annoyed Kevin O'Connell during Vikings' win over Cowboys

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