Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

More details on the circumstances of Sam Darnold's Vikings departure

One of the obvious storylines of the Vikings playing in Seattle on Sunday revolves around Sam Darnold facing off against his former team. With that, various insider nuggets have come out this week regarding the circumstances of Darnold's departure from Minnesota this spring.

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Trio of key Vikings ruled out, with Adam Thielen unexpectedly inactive

With five important players for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, the Minnesota Vikings announced 90 minutes before kickoff that three are active and two have been ruled out, while one other prominent name has unexpectedly been added to the inactive list.

Sam Darnold News / Pro Football Rumors / November 30

Vikings made QB Sam Darnold offer similar to Seahawks' proposal

A June report from Michael Silver of The Athletic indicated the Vikings did not make a multiyear offer to quarterback Sam Darnold, who parlayed a surprising run as Minnesota’s starting signal-caller in 2024 into a three-year, $100.5MM free agent contract with the Seahawks this offseason.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 30

Are Vikings’ Jonathan Greenard, Christian Darrisaw playing vs. Seahawks?

The Minnesota Vikings will be facing the Seattle Seahawks this week, and they’re waiting to see if they will have some of their key players available for the matchup.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

How many of the 46 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw both three touchdowns and three interceptions in multiple games in the Super Bowl Era can you name in six minutes?

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Jonathan Greenard News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 30

Vikings get good report on Jonathan Greenard, other key players still up in the air

After missing two games with a shoulder injury, it appears that the Minnesota Vikings will get star edge rusher Jonathan Greenard back when they face the Seahawks in Seattle on Sunday.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 30

Vikings to consider competition for QB J.J. McCarthy in 2026?

The Vikings allowed quarterbacks Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones to depart in free agency this offseason, underscoring their faith in 2024 first-rounder J.J.

J.J. McCarthy News / Viral Sports News / November 29

Vikings Coaches Eye Different QB With JJ McCarthy’s Future Uncertain

The injury-ravaged Minnesota Vikings (4-7) will once again be without their expected franchise quarterback when they travel to Lumen Field for a Week 13 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.

Max Brosmer News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 29

Vikings elevate new backup QB before Max Brosmer start

The Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback roller coaster takes another sharp turn this week. With JJ McCarthy still in the concussion protocol and officially

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 29

Vikings Call Up Two For Week 13 Including QB John Wolford

The Minnesota Vikings announced Saturday that they’ve elevated CB Dwight McGlothern Jr. and QB John Wolford to the active roster for Sunday’s game. The Vikings are set to start Max Brosmer with J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / November 29

NFL insider makes the obvious Max Brosmer to Brock Purdy comparison, and takes a damning shot at J.J. McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings are set to start rookie undrafted free agent Max Brosmer against the Seattle Seahawks, as starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy is out with a concussion.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

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Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 28

Vikings rookie Max Brosmer to make first start after latest J.J. McCarthy update

The Minnesota Vikings have ruled out quarterback J.J. McCarthy for Sunday’s game against the Seahawks, per a team announcement, setting undrafted rookie Max Brosmer up for his first NFL start.

Head-turning stat exemplifies J.J. McCarthy's struggles for Vikings

Vikings' Justin Jefferson defends struggling J.J. McCarthy

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Desmond Ridder News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 27

Vikings Sign QB Desmond Ridder To Practice Squad

The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed QB Desmond Ridder to their practice squad on Thursday. This comes as QB JJ McCarthy is currently in the league’s