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Minnesota Vikings Mock Offseason 2.0: Kevin O'Connell gets J.J. McCarthy competition, and Brian Flores' defense gets massive haul

The Minnesota Vikings are among the more fascinating teams to watch over the next six weeks. They aren't just going to be signing competition for J.J. McCarthy, they could be signing the quarterback of the future.

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'Extension Candidate': Minnesota Vikings Ink Breakout Start for 2026

Minnesota Vikings’ Jalen Redmond enjoyed a breakout third season and first year as the full-time starter, boasting career highs in every statistical category, while offering much-needed positional versatility, which included him lining up as a nose tackle, three-technique, and EDGE rusher.

Jalen Redmond News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Minnesota Vikings take necessary step to secure the future of emerging star defender

The Minnesota Vikings had a decision to make with defensive tackle Jalen Redmond moving forward. They started the process on Wednesday afternoon by placing the exclusive rights free agency tender on him, keeping him in Minnesota for the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 4

The Minnesota Vikings are putting exclusive rights tender on key defensive lineman

NFL teams are gearing up for free agency with a number of stories that could pop up across the board. One interesting thing that came from the Minnesota Vikings placing a restricted free-agent tender on defensive lineman Jalen Redmond.

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Jalen Redmond News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 4

Vikings Place Tender on ERFA Jalen Redmond, Extension Could Be Next

In the least surprising, most no-brainer news of the Vikings' entire offseason, they have placed an exclusive rights tender on defensive tackle Jalen Redmond, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Vikings Tendering ERFA DL Jalen Redmond

Jeremy Fowler reports that the Vikings are placing a restricted free agent tender on DL Jalen Redmond. Redmond, 26, was signed by the Panthers as an undrafted free agent out of Oklahoma following the 2023 NFL Draft.

Jonathan Greenard News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 4

Vikings 3-Round Mock Draft: Imagining a Jonathan Greenard Trade

I'm not sure trading Jonathan Greenard is a good idea for the Minnesota Vikings. He's their best defensive player, his contract is a team-friendly one, and there are numerous other ways to create salary cap space.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / March 4

'Kyler Murray is not a bridge QB' -- Minnesota Vikings expected pursuit could be revealing Kevin O'Connell's plan

The Minnesota Vikings are going to be pursuing a quarterback this offseason, and Kyler Murray of the Arizona Cardinals is likely their top option. They won't be able to pursue Murray until the first day of the league year, as the Cardinals will have to wait to release him due to league rules.

J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / March 4

J.J. McCarthy Dealt Bad Update Amid Vikings Rumors

J.J. McCarthy finished his 2025 campaign with 1,632 passing yards, 11 touchdowns against 12 interceptions across 10 games. But this stat line tells only half the story. The 2024 No.

Aaron Rodgers News / 5 GOATs / March 4

Aaron Rodgers future: Kimberly Martin ‘would not be shocked’ QB signs with Minnesota Vikings

Aaron Rodgers has not decided on his NFL future yet, but NFL insider Kimberly Martin wouldn’t be shocked if he finished his career with the Minnesota Vikings.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 4

NFC team already being linked to Kyler Murray

The Arizona Cardinals have officially pulled the plug on the Kyler Murray era. What's next for the former No. 1 overall pick?

Coach warns of Kyler Murray 'disaster' for Jets

Why pending release makes Kyler Murray much more attractive on QB market

Cardinals reportedly learned harsh 'realities' about Kyler Murray situation during combine

Vikings sent clear J.J. McCarthy message with Cardinals set to release Kyler Murray

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Minnesota Vikings News / Football Analysis / March 4

Vikings Dump 2 Veteran Captains To Save $18.65M—Near-Worst Salary Cap Overage In Entire NFL

With the NFL’s cap deadline on March 11 looming, the Vikings just answered their $43‑million problem with a blowtorch. Two team captains, two respected locker room leaders, gone in one swing to save $18.65 million and keep the books legal.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 4

Vikings sent clear McCarthy message with Cardinals set to release Murray

Vikings sent clear J.J. McCarthy message with Cardinals set to release Kyler Murray

McCarthy's play across the first 10 regular-season starts of his young career often left much to be desired.

Vikings' Kevin O’Connell was reportedly ready to make Aaron Rodgers, J.J. McCarthy decision in 2025

Coach warns of Kyler Murray 'disaster' for Jets

More concerning information on why Vikings may sit J.J. McCarthy emerges

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J.J. McCarthy News / Total Apex Sports / March 3

Minnesota Vikings: JJ McCarthy’s Inconsistent Play Caused ‘Visible Stress’ To Kevin O’Connell

The Minnesota Vikings’ 2025-26 season ended on a high note with a 16-3 victory over the Green Bay Packers, but the team’s quarterback situation remains a hot topic of discussion.

Minnesota Vikings News / Total Apex Sports / March 3

Mock Trade Sees Minnesota Vikings Land Former Top 5 Pick To Help Biggest Issue

The Minnesota Vikings have some questions to answer about the quarterback position this offseason. One analyst has a solution. A new mock trade proposal is making waves across the NFL, suggesting a blockbuster swap between the Vikings and the Indianapolis Colts.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 3

What a Realistic Vikings Supporting Cast Looks Like with Kyler Murray

Kyler Murray will be free to sign with the Minnesota Vikings on March 11. While Minnesota will surely have other options at that point, Murray may be the most logical choice considering he's arguably going to be the best talent available, and the Vikings can offer him an opportunity to resurrect his career while throwing to Justin Jefferson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / March 3

Reports: Vikings may shop OLB Jonathan Greenard

The Minnesota Vikings are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as they deal with salary cap issues, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / March 3

Minnesota Vikings: Quarterback Target Gets Tagged, But There’s a Catch

As previously discussed on Gridiron Heroics, the Minnesota Vikings are expected to be in the market for a quarterback this offseason after J.J. McCarthy’s shaky season and uncertain future.