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Bucs' Critical Flaw Could Lead to a Huge Rebound for Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson

Bucs' Critical Flaw Could Lead to a Huge Rebound for Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson

The Buccaneers are 0-2 to start the season, so it's reasonable to assume that most things haven't been going especially well. Turnovers and a struggling offense are two big culprits for Tampa Bay's less than ideal start, but there's another huge issue that the Vikings can exploit on Sunday.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / September 26
Vikings make roster moves to fortify multiple spots ahead of Sunday’s game vs. Buccaneers, and it sends a strong signal about one in particular

Vikings make roster moves to fortify multiple spots ahead of Sunday’s game vs. Buccaneers, and it sends a strong signal about one in particular

The Minnesota Vikings made several moves ahead of their trip to Tampa Bay, and they signal quite a bit about the team’s short-term plans. The Minnesota

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 26
Vikings roster moves: Hekker to 53, Van Noy elevated, Ivan Pace questionable

Vikings roster moves: Hekker to 53, Van Noy elevated, Ivan Pace questionable

The Vikings have made a handful of roster moves on Saturday afternoon, ahead of their Week 3 contest against the Buccaneers in Tampa. Let’s go over what they mean.

Johnny Hekker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 26
Vikings Make Four Roster Moves, Sign P Johnny Hekker To Active Roster

Vikings Make Four Roster Moves, Sign P Johnny Hekker To Active Roster

The Minnesota Vikings announced a series of roster moves on Sunday for Week 3’s game. The full list includes: Vikings signed P Johnny Hekker to their active roster.

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The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 26
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy receives wild trade update

Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy receives wild trade update

J.J. McCarthy’s standing with the Minnesota Vikings has shifted again.

Giants reporter shares final verdict on trade rumors regarding Vikings' J.J. McCarthy
Vikings' Kyler Murray hits back at injury narrative after concussion
Buccaneers' quarterback Baker Mayfield sends strong message to critics of Vikings' Kyler Murray
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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 26
NFC North Is in Chaos: Here's Why the Vikings Must Take Advantage (and How They Can)

NFC North Is in Chaos: Here's Why the Vikings Must Take Advantage (and How They Can)

It’s only Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season, but a certain Minnesota football team may just be on the path to its first NFC North title since 2022. Set aside

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 26
Jauan Jennings Needs to Be Vikings' X-Factor vs. the Buccaneers (and Here's How That Happens)

Jauan Jennings Needs to Be Vikings' X-Factor vs. the Buccaneers (and Here's How That Happens)

The Minnesota Vikings' offense hasn't been able to reach its potential through the first two weeks of the NFL season. A major issue is the lack of production in passing, where the team is dead last in passing yards (294) and 31st in passing first downs.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Nate Tice Confirms Vikings' Domonique Orange Has Been Steadier Than First-Round Pick Caleb Banks

Nate Tice Confirms Vikings' Domonique Orange Has Been Steadier Than First-Round Pick Caleb Banks

The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0, and Brian Flores’ defense has allowed 25 points through two games. Plenty of names deserve credit for that start. One of the more surprising ones is a third-round rookie who goes by “Big Citrus,” Domonique Orange.

Kyler Murray News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 26
Vikings Week 3: 3 Most Important Things to Watch for in Tampa (Including Kyler Murray's Return)

Vikings Week 3: 3 Most Important Things to Watch for in Tampa (Including Kyler Murray's Return)

The Vikings head south this weekend for warm weather and a Buccaneers team desperately looking for its spark. Baker Mayfield & Co. will be fighting

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 26
Vikings Keys To Victory: Kyler Murray and T.J. Hockenson are primed to exploit the Buccaneers defense

Vikings Keys To Victory: Kyler Murray and T.J. Hockenson are primed to exploit the Buccaneers defense

Minnesota’s defense is playing at an elite level, Kyler Murray’s role is still a mystery after just 11 snaps, and the running back room is teetering on the edge of a full-blown crisis.

NFL News / The Forkball / September 26
Vikings’ Aaron Jones Sr. Cleared to Play Against Buccaneers

Vikings’ Aaron Jones Sr. Cleared to Play Against Buccaneers

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. has been cleared to play Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after practicing fully Friday. Jones missed Wednesday’s practice while dealing with a knee issue he sustained during Minnesota’s Week 2 victory over the Chicago Bears.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 25
Final Vikings injury report ahead of Week 3 game vs. Buccaneers

Final Vikings injury report ahead of Week 3 game vs. Buccaneers

The Minnesota Vikings have gotten off to a 2-0 start, but they have not been close to full strength in their victories over the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 25
Vikings Final Injury Report: Aaron Jones’ status revealed, while two key Buccaneers defenders are set to miss the game

Vikings Final Injury Report: Aaron Jones’ status revealed, while two key Buccaneers defenders are set to miss the game

The Minnesota Vikings will have two players out on Sunday, but the two out for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are more important. The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday afternoon, we now know who will and won’t be playing.

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 The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
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 The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz
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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 25
Vikings may be a Jameis Winston disaster away from a J.J. McCarthy trade call

Vikings may be a Jameis Winston disaster away from a J.J. McCarthy trade call

Unless someone like Russell Wilson, Jimmy Garoppolo, Ryan Tannehill, or Derek Carr decides to put on pads again, the most realistic player a quarterback-needy team could trade for this season may very well be Minnesota’s J.J.

Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / September 25
2-0 Vikings Given 65 Percent Playoff Chance Despite Questions Around Kyler Murray

2-0 Vikings Given 65 Percent Playoff Chance Despite Questions Around Kyler Murray

The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0, and they got there with very little from the quarterback they brought in to lead them. Kyler Murray lasted 11 snaps in the opener before a concussion knocked him out, and Carson Wentz took it from there.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Vikings' Kyler Murray hits back at injury narrative after concussion

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. 

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

Four QBs the Giants should target in wake of Jaxson Dart injury news
Browns insider shares Shedeur Sanders trade update after Giants lose Dart
Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. gives updates on reported trade request, availability
Bengals QB Joe Flacco speaks out amid trade speculation
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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 24
Justin Jefferson reacts to Kyler Murray reclaiming Vikings' starting QB job

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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The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz
Jonathan Harris News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23
Vikings Sign DL Jonathan Harris To PS

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
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Insider addresses rumors linking Giants with J.J. McCarthy

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

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

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

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
Four QBs the Giants should target in wake of concerning Dart injury update
Giants' Malik Nabers, Brian Burns share injury updates after loss to Rams
Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return
Commanders have this hope for Jayden Daniels amid latest elbow injury
Cowboys' Quinnen Williams, Jerry Jones share differing injury updates
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
NFL exec sounds alarms about Bears after Williams injury

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

Williams suffered a scary-looking hamstring injury midway through the contest's fourth quarter. 

Bears HC Ben Johnson speaks on QB Caleb Williams' hamstring injury
What to know about Bears' backup QB Tyson Bagent after Caleb Williams injury
Bears dealt brutal Caleb Williams injury blow
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