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Vikings could be without Kyler Murray in Week 9 against Bills

Murray is dealing with a hamstring injury that is putting his status for Week 9 against Buffalo in serious doubt.

Bills' No. 1 ranking from The Athletic masks a potential fatal flaw

C.J. Gardner-Johnson reportedly became too 'high-maintenance' for Bills before release

NFL Week 9 prime-time predictions: Jeffery Simmons continues to be 'Absolute game-changer' for Bears in 'SNF' tilt vs Buccaneers

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Vikings Sign G C.J. Hanson

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed G C.J. Hanson to the practice squad. Hanson, 25, was a seventh-round pick by the Chiefs in the 2024 draft out of Holy Cross.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Vikings Have an $87.7 Million Problem at Guard, and a Benched Raiders Lineman Could Help

Minnesota is 6-1, but the interior of its offensive line has been patched together since early October. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell thinks the Vikings can fix part of it cheaply before Tuesday’s deadline by calling the Raiders about Jackson Powers-Johnson, a 2024 second-round pick who has lost his starting job in Las Vegas.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5

Schefter: Carson Wentz Trending To Start Week 9 For Vikings

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, it’s trending towards the Vikings starting QB Carson Wentz in Week 9 as Kyler Murray deals with a hamstring injury. Schefter called Murray’s status “at best, up in the air” due to the hamstring injury.

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 5

NFL Insider Makes Bold Prediction About Vikings Offensive Direction in Week 9 vs. Bills

Kevin O’Connell has spent the week calling Kyler Murray his starter, but a hamstring may make that call for him. NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero said

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / November 5

Tom Pelissero spills latest on Vikings' 'big swing' trade possibilities, Monday night starting QB

Tom Pelissero splashed cold water on Vikings fans who are anxiously waiting for a big trade. Jonathan Taylor? Breece Hall? Derrick Henry? A star offensive guard or defensive tackle?

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Here's What Should Scare the Vikings About the Bills

If the Vikings left their comfort zone when they traveled to Detroit for their Week 8 meeting with the Lions, they face another significant test when they host the powerful Buffalo Bills Monday night.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 5

Vikings' Biggest Defensive Concern Can Be Solved by a Trade Call With Eagles

The Minnesota Vikings may have a lot of bodies available on the defensive line, but many of them are struggling to be effective or are young players who need time to develop before they can become major contributors.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 5

Vikings Make Major Blunder With New FA Signing as Trade Deadline Approaches

Vikings fans closely monitoring social media for possible trade deadline news may have gotten a bit of a jump scare Wednesday. NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reported that the Vikings signed offensive lineman Corey Robinson II after he worked out with them, a report later confirmed by the team.

Jauan Jennings News / Yardbarker / November 5

49ers' Kyle Shanahan shares honest conversation with former 49ers WR Jauan Jennings amid trade pursuit

The 49ers looked at acquiring wide receiver help by pursuing a familiar face, but an hones conversation scuttled the deal.

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan seemingly shuts down Brandon Aiyuk return with blunt comment

NFL Week 9 panic meter: Vikings, Ravens in serious trouble

Vikings know they could 'look bad' for trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants, praise his 'maturity'

Brandon Aiyuk reinstatement feels more like revenge against 49ers

The 'Season TD-catch leaders by team' quiz

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 4

NFL Week 9 panic meter: Vikings, Ravens in serious trouble

As we approach the midpoint of the 2026 NFL season, it's time to check in on some contenders who struggled in Week 8. Let's break down some disappointing units and rank them on the panic meter.

NFL Week 9 prime-time predictions: Jeffery Simmons continues to be 'Absolute game-changer' for Bears in 'SNF' tilt vs Buccaneers

Ravens' Tyler Huntley reportedly out for season amid trade rumors regarding quarterbacks, Derrick Henry

Zay Flowers offers a telling response about Lamar Jackson’s future with the Ravens

Ravens linked with Colts' Daniel Jones as whispers about potential Lamar Jackson divorce grow louder

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 4

Vikings are Making an Ivan Pace Jr. Mistake as Trade Deadline Looms

The Vikings have played seven games this season, and it has become abundantly clear that 25-year-old linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. hasn't been and won't be a major contributor in defensive coordinator Brian Flores's unit.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Vikings slip in changing face of NFC North

It is the toughest division in the NFL, but playing in the NFC North is not doing much to help the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings had been one of the most impressive teams through the first six games of the season and they were the last of the league’s undefeated teams.

Kyler Murray News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 4

Vikings' Uphill Battle for a Potential Kyler Murray Trade Solution Officially Steepens

As Week 9 of the NFL season begins, Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray continues to deal with a hamstring issue that could prevent him from suiting up against the Bills on Monday Night Football.

DeeJay Dallas News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 4

Vikings Announce Two Roster Moves

The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed RB DeeJay Dallas from the practice squad to the active roster and signed OT Corey Robinson to the practice squad.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / November 4

Vikings not 'in position to take on' salary in trades? Let's check the facts

Things can change, but as of right now, all signs are pointing to it being a fairly quiet trade deadline for the 6-1 Minnesota Vikings. More cold water was splashed on the idea of a splashy deadline on Wednesday, via ESPN insider Dan Graziano.

NFL News / Bring Me The News / November 4

Adam Schefter floats Daniel Jones trade to Vikings, but what's the point?

There appears to be a new Vikings trade rumor every day, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter floated Daniel Jones as a potential quarterback target for the Vikings on his podcast on Tuesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / November 4

Wes Phillips doesn't buy criticism of Vikings' offensive complexity

Expectations for the Vikings’ offense have been high throughout the Kevin O’Connell era. Early in his tenure as Minnesota’s head coach, the offense largely lived up to those expectations.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / November 4

Kurt Warner dissects Kyler Murray's struggles, repeatedly finds Justin Jefferson wide open

Adam Thielen would trade for a quarterback “as fast as possible” if he were running the Vikings. Ben Leber would bench Kyler Murray for Carson Wentz. While both former Vikings have given their reasons, Kurt Warner’s opinion carries more weight because he’s a Hall of Fame quarterback who knows what Murray is missing.