Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carson Wentz News / Field Level Media / March 19

Vikings agree to terms with Carson Wentz, adding depth to QB room

The Minnesota Vikings on Thursday agreed to terms with quarterback Carson Wentz on a one-year contract, keeping him for the second season in a row. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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Jonathan Greenard News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 19

Back in Contention, Vikings Would Need a Massive Offer to Trade Greenard

The steam around the potential trade of star pass rusher Jonathan Greenard has gone a little quiet over the past couple of days. That's likely because the Vikings are staying firm on their asking price for Greenard.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 19

Perfect trade offer Vikings must make to Dolphins for De’Von Achane

The Minnesota Vikings, led by head coach Kevin O’Connell, have built a passing offense that regularly dictates terms to opposing defenses. With newly signed quarterback Kyler Murray at the helm and Justin Jefferson commanding double coverage and Jordan Addison stretching the field, the aerial attack is undeniably lethal.

Carson Wentz News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19

Carson Wentz lands a new contract with an NFC team

The Minnesota Vikings are beefing up their depth in the quarterback room. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network broke the news on Thursday that the Vikings are reuniting with veteran signal-caller Carson Wentz.

Carson Wentz News / Pro Football Rumors / March 19

Vikings Bring Back QB Carson Wentz

As expected, a reunion between Carson Wentz and the Vikings will be taking place. Team and player agreed to terms on Thursday, Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network report.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / March 19

Latest Vikings QB reunion another bad sign for J.J. McCarthy's future

After signing quarterback Kyler Murray earlier in free agency, the Minnesota Vikings double-dipped at the position by reuniting with a former starter.

NFL insider refutes takes about Vikings' alleged Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy plans

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Carson Wentz News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 19

Vikings Re-Signing QB Carson Wentz

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Vikings are re-signing veteran QB Carson Wentz on Thursday. According to Ian Rapoport, Wentz receives a one-year contract.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 19

Kevin O’Connell Was 'Overruled' on Vikings' QB Decision, Insider Says

The world is still searching for the right person to blame for the Vikings' fumbling of the quarterback situation last year. Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones left as free agents, and they allegedly passed on Aaron Rodgers in favor of J.J.

Brian O'Neill News / A to Z Sports / March 19

Minnesota Vikings have budgeted for a Brian O'Neill extension, and there is an easy path toward getting it done

Wednesday afternoon brought the first news that the Minnesota Vikings had an extension for right tackle Brian O'Neill budgeted into their future plans.

NFL News / The SportsRush / March 19

Von Miller Backs 'Double-Dipping' as Kyler Murray and Tua Tagovailoa Linked to $2.6M Moves

Even though they both managed to be selected with a top-five pick in their respective draft classes, neither Kyler Murray nor Tua Tagovailoa will be making more than the league’s veteran minimum in 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 18

Vikings 7-Round Mock Draft: Violent Defenders and Electric Playmakers

The 2026 NFL Draft is a little over a month away at this point. Free agency, while not particularly eventful for the Vikings, has told us a little more about their needs.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 18

Minnesota Vikings are the only choice for the NFL's most popular program and it's obvious as to why

How many teams in the NFL are more interesting right now than the Minnesota Vikings? Everyone loves a good quarterback competition, and the Vikings are going to have arguably the highest profile one in the league this year between Kyler Murray and J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 18

Future of two key Minnesota Vikings becomes more clear after latest report, and it's good news for Kevin O'Connell

The two Minnesota Vikings who are up for contract extensions that haven't been done yet are right tackle Brian O'Neill and wide receiver Jordan Addison.

Josh McCown News / Pro Football Rumors / March 18

Vikings Blocked Giants From Josh McCown Hire

Josh McCown is heading into his third season as Vikings quarterbacks coach. In addition to continuing the J.J. McCarthy developmental process, McCown will be coaching Kyler Murray in 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 18

Direction of Minnesota Vikings gains some clarity going forward, and it makes both complete and no sense at all

The Minnesota Vikings have been in an interesting spot this offseason. After the conclusion of Senior Bowl practices, they made the shocking decision to fire general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, setting off a series of events that have led to the Vikings being one of the least aggressive teams in all of free agency.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 17

Vikings land 4-time Pro Bowl punter on 1-year deal

The Minnesota Vikings just got a lot more dangerous on fourth down. On Wednesday, Minnesota bolstered its special teams unit by signing four-time Pro Bowl punter Johnny Hekker to a one-year deal.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18