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Vikings Have Advantages Over Buccaneers in 3 Key Areas Ahead of Week 3 (Including the Pass Rush)

The Vikings hope to keep their winning ways going on Sunday when they face the Buccaneers in Week 3. Dating back to last season, the Purple and Gold have won seven straight games, and the Bucs will be doing whatever they can to stop that success from continuing.

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Setting Vikings Fans' Expectations for Kyler Murray's Return vs. the Bucs on Sunday

Despite entering Week 3 at 2-0, the Vikings' promising record certainly isn't the product of incredible quarterback play. Kyler Murray's young season was interrupted just 11 snaps into the Week 1 contest against the Packers, and Carson Wentz has been commanding the offense the last two weeks.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25

Vikings' Kyler Murray hits back at injury narrative after concussion

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback Kyler Murray revealed that he felt "good pretty quickly" after he went down with his head injury earlier this month.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 25

Predicting the Vikings' Inactive List vs. Buccaneers in Week 3

The Vikings will try to build on their undefeated start as they face off against the Buccaneers on Sunday. This Week 3 matchup is big for the Purple and Gold because they are currently leading the NFC North with a 2-0 record, with both wins coming against division opponents.

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25

Buccaneers' quarterback Baker Mayfield sends strong message to critics of Vikings' Kyler Murray

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Baker Mayfield sent a strong message to those who have criticized Kyler Murray over the years.

2-0 Vikings get Kyler Murray back to face struggling Bucs

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Perfect no more: Predicting the three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams in Week 3

The 'NFL QB rushing leaders' quiz

Aaron Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 24

Vikings’ Aaron Jones returns to practice with knee injury before Buccaneers clash

Star running back Aaron Jones recently took part in the Minnesota Vikings practice as they gear up for Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season. Jones started the 10th season of his career, his third with the Vikings.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 24

Vikings’ Kyler Murray gushes about Oklahoma teammate Baker Mayfield before reuniting at Buccaneers game

The Minnesota Vikings will attempt to open their season with their third consecutive victory as they travel to Tampa Bay to take on the troubled Buccaneers.

Kyler Murray News / Field Level Media / September 24

2-0 Vikings get Kyler Murray back to face struggling Bucs

As teams across the NFL lose quarterbacks to injuries, the Minnesota Vikings are eager to welcome back their top signal-caller. Kyler Murray will return to the offense when Minnesota (2-0) visits the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-2) on Sunday afternoon.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 24

3 Potential Roster Moves Vikings Might Be Forced to Make Ahead of Week 3 (Jay Ward Trade in the Cards?)

The Vikings are rolling at 2-0, but that doesn't mean everything is sunshine and rainbows. The offense has struggled, injuries are mounting and a few players have seen their stock plummet before even reaching the end of September.

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / September 24

Vikings Thursday Injury Report: Minnesota’s dire position improves with questions remaining about two Buccaneers starters

The Minnesota Vikings are already dealing with injuries, but things are getting better as the week goes on. The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday afternoon, and it will be a clash of teams going in different directions.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 24

Vikings get positive Aaron Jones injury update ahead of Buccaneers game

Vikings veteran running back Aaron Jones (knee) was back at practice on Thursday in a limited capacity. Jones missed Wednesday’s session after carrying the ball 23 times in the team’s 9-3 win over the Bears on Sunday.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 24

Vikings Ignored an Offseason Concern That's Already Come Back to Haunt Them

The Vikings are 2-0, their defense is elite, and the passing offense has yet to hit its stride. Safe to say, there’s more than enough reason for optimism in the Twin Cities.

Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Minnesota Vikings Still Have a Big Question at Quarterback with Starter Kyler Murray Returning to Lineup

The Minnesota Vikings are turning back to quarterback Kyler Murray against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but his return from concussion protocol does not erase the uncertainty around an offense that has barely seen him operate.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 24

Vikings Suddenly Terminate Contract of 26-Year-Old Defender

The Minnesota Vikings have ended their relationship with defensive tackle Taki Taimani, waiving the 26-year-old nose tackle from injured reserve as part of a modest roster shuffle after a 2-0 start, via the NFL transaction wire.

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 25

Giants reporter shares final verdict on trade rumors regarding McCarthy

Giants reporter shares final verdict on trade rumors regarding Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

Giants starting QB Jaxson Dart went down with a knee injury that will keep him out of action through at least the rest of the regular season.

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Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. gives updates on reported trade request, availability

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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 24

Justin Jefferson reacts to Kyler Murray reclaiming Vikings' starting QB job

Kyler Murray cleared the concussion protocol and will make his second start for the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at Tampa Bay, two weeks after his debut ended on his 11th snap.

Vikings confirm Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game after report

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell explains what Kyler Murray must do after Carson Wentz's impressive start

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Jonathan Harris News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23

Vikings Sign DL Jonathan Harris To PS

The Vikings announced on Wednesday that they have signed DL Jonathan Harris to their practice squad. Harris, 30, signed on with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Lindenwood back in 2019.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Perfect no more: Predicting three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams

Perfect no more: Predicting the three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams in Week 3

After Week 2, eight undefeated NFL teams remain. But some have a much easier path to a perfect 3-0 start than others.

Insider reveals what Raiders' 2-0 start means for Fernando Mendoza

Justin Jefferson reacts to Kyler Murray reclaiming Vikings' starting QB job

Robert Saleh reveals 49ers nearly made major decision on Cam Skattebo

Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

Lamar Jackson pokes fun at Cowboys' 'America's Team' moniker

Longtime Bills radio voice accuses team of petty move

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 23

What Kyler Murray needs to do to keep QB1 job from Carson Wentz

Murray is set to return to the lineup, but it sounds like he could find his way back to the bench if he doesn't do this one thing.

Insider addresses rumors linking Giants with J.J. McCarthy after Jaxson Dart injury

NFL executive sounds alarms about Bears, Ben Johnson after Caleb Williams injury in loss to Vikings

The 'Most starts by an active NFL QB' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23

Insider addresses rumors linking Giants with J.J. McCarthy after Jaxson Dart injury

Almost immediately after it was learned on Tuesday that New York Giants starting quarterback Jaxson Dart may miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury, members of the NFL community began to link the Giants with J.J. McCarthy.

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Johnny Hekker News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22

Vikings To Sign P Johnny Hekker

The Vikings released punter Johnny Hekker on Aug. 30, but a reunion is taking place three weeks later. Hekker has agreed to a deal with Minnesota, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22

Vikings Signing P Johnny Hekker & RB Jaret Patterson

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Vikings are signing P Johnny Hekker. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Vikings are also signing RB Jaret Patterson to the practice squad.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23

Giants have an obvious trade replacement for Jaxson Dart

Once again, the New York Giants can't catch a break at the quarterback position.

Concerning update emerges on Jaxson Dart's injury

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Giants' Malik Nabers, Brian Burns share injury updates after loss to Rams

Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return

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Cowboys' Quinnen Williams, Jerry Jones share differing injury updates

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22

Tests reportedly confirm major injury update for Bears' Caleb Williams

Late Monday morning, NFL insider Tom Pelissero of The Ringer and Netflix shared a massive update on Williams that will put the minds of Bears fans at ease.

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Vikings confirm Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game