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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

Vikings Week 8 Report Card: Grading Every Position After Sunday's Heartbreaking Lions Loss

The Vikings handed their first loss of the season in Detroit, and it came in the most predictable way possible. Once again, the Vikings' offense was unable to muster much, leaving the defense to handle all the heavy lifting.

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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.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / November 1

Vikings QB Kyler Murray’s struggles vs. Lions may have an answer, but it doesn’t explain everything

Kyler Murray was inconsistent again in Minnesota’s loss to Detroit, but one detail from Kevin O’Connell may matter more than the stat line. The Minnesota Vikings suffered a tough 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon, and quarterback Kyler Murray is once again at the center of the conversation.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Vikings' Biggest Question Heading Into Week 9 Following Loss to Lions

The Minnesota Vikings have not been a complete team this season. While they took a 6-0 record into their Week 8 game against the Detroit Lions, they were basically getting the job done with their defense and special teams.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / November 1

Justin Jefferson declines to speak to media after Vikings’ loss to Lions

Following the game, the former Offensive Player of the Year declined to speak to the media.

Final unbeaten falls: Lions stifle Vikings to hand NFC North foes first loss

Vikings WR Jauan Jennings Nixed Trade Back To 49ers

Vikings Remain Bullish On QB Kyler Murray

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NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

3 Biggest Vikings Takeaways as Perfect Season Ends With 19-15 Loss to Lions in Week 8

Twenty-six years. That’s how long it’s been since your Vikings were 7-0 to start a season. With doubts swirling around the sustainability of their season and trade rumors abundant, the Vikings journeyed to the Motor City for a crucial NFC North matchup with the Lions.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / November 1

Vikings suffer first loss of 2026 in Detroit as offense continues to struggle

The Vikings’ perfect season has come to an end. Their offense continued to struggle and the defense eventually wore down in a 19-15 loss to Jahmyr Gibbs and the Lions on Sunday afternoon at Ford Field.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Ranking top 3 Vikings most likely to be dealt at 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have little reason to reconsider their quarterback situation as the NFL trade deadline approaches on November 10. Despite speculation about potential reunions with Kirk Cousins or Daniel Jones, reports from Tom Pelissero and Adam Schefter indicate that neither move is realistic.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings WR Jauan Jennings Nixed Trade Back To 49ers

Wide receiver Jauan Jennings’ market did not develop as expected this offseason, and he settled for a one-year, $8MM deal with the Vikings in early May.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings Remain Bullish On QB Kyler Murray

The Colts are at the epicenter of this year’s trade deadline frenzy, as they have already dealt Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner and are entertaining discussions regarding RB Jonathan Taylor .

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

3 Dream Vikings Trade Targets to Help Go on a Potential Super Bowl Run

Now that the Vikings are the NFL's last undefeated team as of Sunday afternoon, expectations are high for the Purple and Gold this season. An NFC North crown and a playoff appearance would be great, but the Super Bowl must be the goal.

Aaron Jones News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Is RB Aaron Jones Playing Today vs. the Lions?

The Minnesota Vikings are fighting for respect and to maintain their undefeated record Sunday when they travel to Detroit to take on the division rival Lions at Ford Field.

Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / November 1

Minnesota Vikings nearly struck a deal ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline, but it was shut down for a unique reason

Things haven’t been great for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jauan Jennings, but they had an interesting situation. The Minnesota Vikings had a deal in place to send wide receiver Jauan Jennings back to the San Francisco 49ers, and Jennings didn’t want to go.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / November 1

Jauan Jennings, Jonathan Taylor and the latest Vikings Sunday trade rumors

Just 10 days and two games separate the Minnesota Vikings from the NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline, and the latest on Sunday morning suggests that Minnesota remains interested in Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, while wide receiver Jauan Jennings might be expendable.

Zygi Wilf News / Athlon Sports / November 1

In 2005, Zygi Wilf paid $600 million for the Minnesota Vikings; the team is now valued at $8.25 billion

The Minnesota Vikings’ ownership story began with a promise to keep the team at home. In May 2005, NFL owners unanimously approved a $600 million sale to an investment group led by New Jersey real estate developer Zygi Wilf.

Jonathan Taylor News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Vikings Get Concerning Jonathan Taylor Update Before Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have built one of the league’s most impressive starts at 6-0, sitting atop the NFC with a defense that has been nearly impenetrable.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings Interested In RB, TE Trades

The Vikings are the NFL’s lone remaining undefeated team. An addition or two prior to the trade deadline would certainly come as no surprise. First-year general manager Nolan Teasley has been aggressive in calling about trade targets, Amazon Prime’s James Palmer reported during this week’s Thursday Night Football broadcast (video link).

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 31

3 Vikings Who Can Still Be Traded Despite Being in Buy-Now Mode

The Minnesota Vikings are a team that is likely to be active around the trade deadline. Being the only undefeated team in the league means the team is on track to make the postseason and hopefully make a deep run.

Aaron Jones News / Bring Me The Sports / October 30

Good news on Aaron Jones, other Vikings on final injury report vs. Lions

The Vikings have a pretty clean final injury report ahead of Sunday’s marquee NFC North showdown with the Lions at Ford Field. Running back Aaron Jones (knee) didn’t practice on Wednesday, but he got in a limited session on Thursday and was a full participant on Friday.

Nolan Teasley News / Bring Me The News / October 30

Latest Vikings trade deadline buzz: GM Teasley working phones like a 'madman'

The NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline is still 11 days away, but already there have been some blockbuster moves around the league. Quenton Nelson to Seattle,

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Vikings rumors: Minnesota calling around for help at 2 skill positions before trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings are one of the most pleasant surprises in the NFL this season. Minnesota is 6-0 to start the season thanks in large part to the elite play of their defense.

Minnesota Vikings News / EssentiallySports / October 30

'I Lost $6 Million': Vikings Veteran QB Reveals How the 2005 Minnesota Incident Cost Him Heavily

When a single night on a boat ends up costing a quarterback endorsement deals, the effects reach beyond the football field. That’s the case for Minnesota Vikings former QB Daunte Culpepper, who says the 2005 Vikings boat party, which he first heard about from his sports information contact, cost him $6 million in endorsements.