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Minnesota Vikings are in a fascinating spot with the running back room, and a trade could put them over the top

With injuries defining the running back room, the Minnesota Vikings could turn to the trade market for an immediate contributor. The Minnesota Vikings are in a tricky spot with their running back room.

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The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right vs. the Dolphins (And What It Means Moving Forward)

The Vikings are 4-0, but online discourse about their offensive struggles suggests they’re one of the most confusing teams in the league. The team’s current situation is complicated, to say the least.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley continues to shake up the roster, with multiple moves raising intriguing questions

Over the first few months of GM Nolan Teasley’s tenure, he has not been afraid to shake up the back end of the roster. The Minnesota Vikings have depth concerns across the roster, and the front office keeps using the practice squad to address them.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw the most touchdowns through the first four weeks of a season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 2015-16 leading passers by team' quiz

The 'Active 300-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

Donovan Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Vikings Announced Six Moves, Placed G Donovan Jackson On IR

The Vikings announced six moves on Tuesday, including placing G Donovan Jackson on season-ending injured reserve due to a torn meniscus that will require surgery.

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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.

Justin Herbert News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Vikings’ Justin Herbert Trade Buzz Gains Steam in Stunning Twist

The Minnesota Vikings did not spend the last week rewriting their quarterback room by accident. After moving J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings sit with a starter and a backup both tied to one-year deals in Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / October 6

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson watching film with Randy Moss, might rest with bye looming

Having a Lamborghini in the garage might make sense only to an owner tasked with keeping such a prized investment safe. In similar context, the Vikings

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

Vikings Rookie Report Card: Grading 2026 Draft Picks After First Month of the Season

Drafted by interim general manager Rob Brzezinski, the Vikings' 2026 rookie class is certainly a unique one. The production hasn't been huge early on, but there's still been plenty to like from a class that figures to only get better as the NFL season goes on.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Undefeated Vikings Have not Gained Much Ground in Week 5 Power Rankings

The Minnesota Vikings may be going into their Week 5 game with the New Orleans Saints as one of just three undefeated teams in the NFL, but they are clearly an incomplete team according to Power Rankings delivered by some of the major websites.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6

'Red Zone of joint practices': Did Pat McAfee and Kevin O'Connell leak the NFL's future preseason plan?

Preseason games are as meaningless as ever, with star players regularly sitting out to avoid injuries that could be catastrophic to their team’s regular season and playoff hopes.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Eric Wilson News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6

NFL referees cry foul over suspension after incident with Vikings' Eric Wilson

The NFL Referees Association has spoken out against the suspension of two officials on Monday following a pair of highly publicized incidents, one including Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

How Vikings' Looming IR Returns Could Give Offense Some Much-Needed Relief

Every NFL season brings adversity for every team, and the undefeated Minnesota Vikings aren't an exception. Despite the vibes being at an all-time high in the middle of a 4-0 start to the campaign, the Purple and Gold are dealing with key injuries on the offensive side of the ball that have contributed to their struggles to score.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 6

One Fix Vikings Need to Make Heading into Week 5 vs. Saints

NFL coaches are often at their most productive levels when they see their team come off a victory but have committed multiple errors that have to be corrected.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell’s offense is so close to figuring it out, with Kyler Murray slowly getting more comfortable

The Minnesota Vikings are 4-0 with an offense near the bottom of the league, and Sunday’s fourth quarter offered real signs of life. There’s no shortage of panic surrounding the Minnesota Vikings offense right now.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

Nolan Teasley Must Have Clear Priorities as He Navigates Vikings' OL Injuries

The vibes around the 4-0 Vikings are high, but news around the left side of the team’s offensive line may have brought the mood down quite a bit at TCO Performance Center on Monday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

Vikings Stock Report: Who's Rising (and Falling) After Gritty Week 4 Win

The Vikings are winning ugly, but there's certainly some beauty in the struggle. After a gritty 15-10 victory over Miami, Minnesota is one of just three undefeated teams remaining.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

Vikings' Snap Count vs. Dolphins: Biggest Winners, Losers & Role Changes in Week 4

The Vikings defeated the Dolphins on Sunday to remain one of three undefeated teams in the NFL. The 15-10 victory at U.S. Bank Stadium was far from pretty, but the Purple and Gold figured out a way to get the win, and that's all that matters.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell has fascinating dilemma ahead of him, and it will alter the rest of 2026 season

The Minnesota Vikings have some interesting decisions ahead of them with the injury to Donovan Jackson. The Minnesota Vikings have serious questions to answer on the offensive line going into their Week 5 matchup against the New Orleans Saints.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

ESPN insider pats himself on back for prediction that Vikings’ Kyler Murray would stink

The Minnesota Vikings have been on an impressive stretch, pillaging the NFL for a 4-0 record despite their subpar offense. The Vikings beat the Miami Dolphins, 15-10, on Sunday, even without scoring a touchdown.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Vikings Week 5 Power Rankings Roundup: Where does Minnesota Sit After a 4-0 Start

The Minnesota Vikings beat the Miami Dolphins 15-10 in Week 4 to remain undefeated. It was another defensive battle, with Will Reichard making all five field goals while the Vikings’ defense kept the Dolphins from taking control.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Nine wins in a row means the Vikings are doing something right

The Minnesota Vikings are a franchise that has started every season with high hopes of rising to the top of the football world. It is a franchise that has seen every season end in disappointment.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

NFL makes decision on officials in McBride, Wilson incidents

NFL makes decision on officials in Trey McBride, Eric Wilson incidents

The NFL finished its review of two Sunday incidents between officials and players on Monday, less than 24 hours after the NFL Players Association demanded the league hold officials to the same standard as players.

Aaron Glenn sends message to Jets fans after ugly loss to Bears

Why Buccaneers may, may not make Todd Bowles move after Week 5

Packers could use some more from HC Matt LaFleur

Many Broncos fans want HC Sean Payton to strip OC of play-calling

Dan Campbell shares update on DC Kelvin Sheppard

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh shares Mike McDaniel job security update

Donovan Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

Vikings G Donovan Jackson To Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery

The Vikings are still undefeated at this point, but they will be notably shorthanded along the offensive line moving forward. Guard Donovan Jackson is out for the remainder of the year.

Justin Jefferson News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Could Return In Week 5

OCTOBER 4: Seifert’s colleague Jeremy Fowler reports (video link) there is optimism Jefferson will be able to return to the lineup next week. He did not practice leading up to today’s contest, but Fowler adds the opposite is expected for the coming days.

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 4

NFL referee goes off on Vikings player in bizarre moment

The referees in the NFL might be losing their patience. Well, at least one. During the game on Sunday between the Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins, referee Adrian Hill was involved in an incident with Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.