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Almost entirely good news on Vikings' first injury report of Week 7

As we’ve expected, dating back to the aftermath of the Vikings’ Week 5 win over the Saints, a well-timed bye week helped bring some positive news on Minnesota’s first injury report of Week 7.

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Another Potential Demond Claiborne Replacement Just Became Available for Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 heading into Week 7 and sitting at the top of the NFC North. While that is great for now, there are areas of the roster that could be improved to prepare for the remainder of the games on the schedule.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell sends firm statement about how he feels about the NFL trade deadline

The NFL trade deadline is approaching, and the Minnesota Vikings are primed to make a major move to fortify the roster. The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 coming out of their bye week, and all anyone can talk about is the trade deadline.

Justin Herbert News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Could the 5-0 Vikings Really Land Justin Herbert? NFL Analyst Floats a Dream Blockbuster

Justin Herbert to the Minnesota Vikings is a trade idea that lives on whiteboards. PFF’s Bradley Locker put it on his anyway, pairing the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback with Minnesota in his 10 fairy-tale trades ahead of the Nov.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 21

Kevin O’Connell sets the stage for Vikings' trade deadline dilemma

The 5-0 Vikings are clearly set up to be buyers before the NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline. There are a number of positions where they could use an upgrade in the starting lineup or perhaps a depth addition, whether on offense or even on their top-ranked defense.

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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.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 21

Vikings’ 7-round 2027 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after bye week

The Minnesota Vikings emerge from their bye week 5-0 as one of the last two undefeated teams in the NFL. While the results have been perfect thus far, there are still some issues that need to be addressed in both the short and long term.

Harrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 21

Harrison Smith Is Slowly Becoming a Concern for Vikings (Even If It Hurts to Say)

If you go to a Minnesota Vikings game at U.S. Bank Stadium, you will probably see quite a few fans wearing a #22 Harrison Smith jersey. Now in his 15th season with the Purple and Gold, the veteran safety is universally loved and respected for his contributions to the team.

Nolan Teasley News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Minnesota Vikings insider hints at GM Nolan Teasley making a massive splash at the NFL trade deadline

Nobody would be surprised to see Vikings GM Nolan Teasley take a big swing at the NFL trade deadline. Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley has been the subject of a lot of speculation over the last few months.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Giants reportedly make JJ McCarthy decision after Jameis Winston benching

The New York Giants had a decision to make as far as the starting quarterback goes, but it looks like it will be JJ McCarthy. McCarthy replaced Jameis Winston in the Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints, and now ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that McCarthy will start for the Giants in Week 7 against the Houston Texans.

Minnesota Vikings News / TWSN / October 21

Minnesota Vikings Need to Trade for This 1000 Yard-RB...

The Minnesota Vikings have emerged as one of the NFL’s top contenders this season, but adding Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard could make their offense even more dangerous heading into the second half of the year.

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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.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Minnesota Vikings Trade Deadline Preview: Nolan Teasley’s path to glory is not the one you’re expecting

We are all expecting the Minnesota Vikings to be aggressive at the trade deadline, and this is the path that is most ideal. The NFL trade deadline is fast approaching, and the Minnesota Vikings are likely to be aggressive.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 21

3 Reasons Why Vikings Shouldn't Underestimate the Colts in Week 7

The bye week is done, and the Vikings will host the Colts in Week 7 as the action resumes. This contest between two polarizing teams might look extremely lopsided, with the home team undefeated and the road team so disappointed with their season that they fired their general manager.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Offensive line is the biggest issue for the Vikings as they prepare for Phase 2 of the season

There are plenty of issues that have impacted the Vikings’ offense through the first five games of the season. The most obvious was the concussion that QB Kyler Murray suffered in the first quarter of the opener against the Green Bay Packers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Unpredictable: Josh Metellus, Harrison Smith and Blake Cashman have made the Vikings D nearly impossible to decipher

The Minnesota Vikings move into the second phase of the regular season with a perfect 5-0 record. The record belies the way the team played on offense in those five games, as the production was just this side of disastrous.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 20

Encouraging injury updates could have Vikings' offense poised to explode

The Vikings’ offense has lagged far behind the defense and special teams during the team’s 5-0 start. That’s no secret. But Kyler Murray and company took major strides in a Week 5 win over the Saints, and they did it without four key players who are all expected to be back in the lineup this Sunday against the Colts.

Natrone Brooks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20

Vikings Re-Sign CB Natrone Brooks

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed CB Natrone Brooks to the practice squad. Brooks, 26, started his career at Copiah-Lincoln Community College before transferring to Southern Miss.

Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Vikings OC Comments on Kyler Murray’s Success After 5 Straight Wins

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips has seen Kyler Murray grow more comfortable in the offense during the team’s unbeaten start. Minnesota enters its bye week at 5-0 after beating the New Orleans Saints 23-13, and Murray delivered his strongest performance of the season in the victory.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 20

Vikings trade deadline wish list: Our ideal target at five different positions

The NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline is still three weeks away, but the Vikings’ 5-0 start to this season has put trade speculation firmly at the forefront of discussion over their bye week.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Vikings Designate RB Jordan Mason To Return

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have designated RB Jordan Mason to return from injured reserve. Mason, 27, wound up signing with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent out of Georgia Tech following the 2022 draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

Super Bowl favorites before Week 7 include only two of NFL's three unbeatens

Three NFL teams remain unbeaten, but sportsbooks aren't sold on all three of them as Super Bowl contenders.

'MNF' takeaways: Mike Evans' injury looms large as 49ers survive late Commanders rally

Kyle Shanahan shares encouraging Mike Evans injury update after 49ers' win over Commanders

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

1 player Vikings must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings should not wait for Jauan Jennings’ disappointing fit to become an offseason regret. Before the Nov. 10 trade deadline, they should call the San Francisco 49ers and turn an underused veteran into future draft capital.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Vikings Exploring Various Moves Ahead Of Trade Deadline

Per Alec Lewis of The Athletic, Vikings GM Nolan Teasley “is open to pursuing a bevy of ideas at the trade deadline.” Lewis headlined a few position that would make sense for the Vikings, and was clear asking price and cap implications will determine the extent of potential moves.