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2026 Vikings record predictions, week-by-week picks from Bring Me The Sports

2026 is an even year. Under Kevin O’Connell, even years have gone pretty well for the Vikings, to the tune of a 27-7 regular season record. Minnesota’s floor under O’Connell and Brian Flores, when forced to play three or more quarterbacks in both 2023 and ’25, is hovering around .500.

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Seahawks Working Out OT Tristan Leigh

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Seahawks are hosting UDFA OT Tristan Leigh for a workout on Friday. Leigh, 23, spent five years at Clemson as a five-star recruit and the 16th-ranked player in the 2021 recruiting class out of Fairfax, Virginia.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 4

Limitless Leadership: Grading the Vikings' Captain Choices for the 2026 Season

On Thursday, the Vikings announced their team captains for the 2026 NFL season. While there weren't any real surprises among their choices, each of the Vikings chosen for this honor is able to contribute to the team in a way that won't appear in the statistics.

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The 'Most starts by an NFL QB' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most QB wins by NFL franchise' quiz

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The '4,500-passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

J.J. McCarthy News / Bring Me The News / September 4

J.J. McCarthy trade rumors depend on which Vikings insider you trust

With nine days before the Vikings play the Packers in the season opener, there’s still chatter about whether Minnesota will trade quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 4

Vikings Confidence Meter: How I Feel About Each 2026 Draft Pick Heading Into Week 1

For now, nearly a dozen rookies have made the Vikings' 53-man roster. With the season opener against the rival Packers less than two weeks away, each Vikings rookie's role is beginning to take shape.

Minnesota Vikings News / HITC / September 4

Rob Gronkowski stuns Kay Adams with his dark horse MVP prediction

Rob Gronkowski has certainly shared a hot take for the 2026 NFL season, which has left Kay Adams amazed. The former New England Patriots tight end has named the new Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray as his dark horse for the MVP award.

J.J. McCarthy News / Pro Football Rumors / September 3

Nolan Teasley On J.J. McCarthy: ‘He’s Really Talented’

General manager Nolan Teasley was not in the Vikings’ front office when the team drafted former Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy 10th overall in 2024.

T.J. Hockenson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 3

5 Vikings With the Most Riding on the Line in 2026 (Including T.J. Hockenson)

The 2026 NFL regular season is almost upon us. It's time to grab your jerseys and hats out of the closet, stock up on your preferred beverages, and find your favorite spot on the couch.

AJ Henning News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 3

Vikings Host Four Tryout Players

The Minnesota Vikings hosted QB Aidan Bouman, WR Chandler Brayboy, DB Brandon Crossley and WR A.J. Henning for tryouts, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 3

Minnesota Vikings named their 2026 captains on Thursday, and one key name is left out

The Minnesota Vikings will have eight captains for the 2026 season, and three of them are new to the role. The Minnesota Vikings have named their captains ahead of the 2026 season, and once again the team will carry eight into the year.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 3

Vikings' Kyler Murray gets blunt reminder of what's at stake this season

Even though there's a lot of excitement and hope around Murray getting the start and possibly taking this franchise far this season, it's also easily a make-or-break season for Murray.

NFL insider sounds work ethic alarms about Vikings' Kyler Murray

Rob Gronkowski names Kyler Murray as surprising MVP candidate

Wild Vikings prediction has Kyler Murray winning NFL MVP

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

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The 'Most starts by an NFL QB' quiz

The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

NFL News / EasySportz / September 3

Kyle Van Noy Joins Vikings, Reuniting With Brian Flores

The Minnesota Vikings are adding a veteran presence to their defense just days before the start of the 2026 NFL season. The Vikings officially signed veteran outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy to their practice squad Wednesday, giving Minnesota another experienced pass rusher while also reuniting Van Noy with defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / September 3

Vikings announce 8 captains for 2026 season, including three first-timers

The Vikings have announced their eight team captains for the upcoming 2026 season. Five of them are returning captains from last year’s team, while three have replaced departed or demoted players from the 2025 squad.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / September 3

Drafting Vikings might just help you win your fantasy football league this year

NFL football is almost back, which means fantasy football is almost back. And for those of you who haven’t drafted yet, allow us to present the case for why you should consider selecting a Viking or two.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 3

One Thought for Each of the 16 Players on the Vikings' Practice Squad

The Vikings have mostly finalized their practice squad after a flurry of moves from Sunday to Tuesday. Some situations seem obvious, while other spots on the squad are a bit more head-scratching heading into Week 1 of the 2026 NFL regular season.

Kyle Van Noy News / Bring Me The Sports / September 3

Don’t let Kyle Van Noy’s age fool you: He can be a Vikings difference-maker

The Vikings have agreed to a free-agent deal with veteran pass rusher Kyle Van Noy, who could help fill arguably the biggest hole on their roster. He’s 35 years old, but don’t let his age fool you.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 3

Rob Gronkowski names Kyler Murray as surprising MVP candidate

The Vikings signed Murray after he was released by the Arizona Cardinals, and he won the starting QB job in camp over J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz.

Wild Vikings prediction has Kyler Murray winning NFL MVP

NFL insider sounds work ethic alarms about Vikings' Kyler Murray

Vikings may have made major J.J. McCarthy call after Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decisions

The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 2

Vikings GM shares major J.J. McCarthy update amid trade rumors

Rumors about the long-term future of third-year pro J.J. McCarthy have hovered over the Minnesota Vikings since Kyler Murray was named the starter.

Position group rankings show opportunity available to Kyler Murray

Two-minute drill: Aaron Donald is back, notable roster cuts, concerns at RB for Packers

Six NFL quarterbacks who were helped or hurt by roster cuts

Wild Vikings prediction has Kyler Murray winning NFL MVP

The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley continues to make changes to the practice squad with significant additions

It’s been just 48 hours since the Minnesota Vikings were able to sign players to the practice squad, and they’ve already made real changes. Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley has been very active in trying to find talent across the board.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Minnesota Vikings Make Another QB Move Before Week 1

The Minnesota Vikings brought quarterback Max Brosmer back into the fold Wednesday, adding the former University of Minnesota standout to the practice squad after waiving him just two days earlier.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 1