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Justin Jefferson Injury Update: Is the Star Vikings WR Playing Against the Dolphins?

Justin Jefferson has continued his prolific play so far during the start of the 2026 NFL regular season. Jefferson matched his entire touchdown production from last year in Week 1 alone, hauling in two touchdowns on eight catches for 92 yards.

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Vikings guard Donovan Jackson injured in first half against Dolphins

Vikings starting left guard Donovan Jackson, the team’s first-round pick in 2025, exited Sunday’s game against the Dolphins in the first quarter. He has a knee injury and will not return to the game, per the team.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Vikings Inactives: Who’s In, Who’s Out for Week 4 vs. Dolphins

The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0 winning all the eight games dating back to last season. The Miami Dolphins, meanwhile, are 0-3 and still searching for their first win of 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 4: Kyler Murray, Aaron Jones, T.J. Hockenson

The Minnesota Vikings go into Week 4 with two primary assignments. The first — and most important — is to extend their season-opening winning streak to four victories in a row by gaining a victory over the struggling Miami Dolphins.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 4

Vikings Week 4 injury report vs. Dolphins: What it means for fantasy football

Justin Jefferson is out, which makes Jordan Addison a must-start receiver and Aaron Jones a key part of Minnesota’s offense in Week 4. The Minnesota Vikings enter their home game against the Dolphins without their top receiver.

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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 / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 4

Vikings vs. Dolphins: Who Wins and Why in Week 4

Minnesota has as good of a chance as any to improve to 4-0 this Sunday as they take on the 0-3 Miami Dolphins. It's the classic trap game, as Miami does actually posses some competency in certain areas, but the Vikings will likely be licking their chops in this one.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Vikings offense needs to take small but significant steps vs. Dolphins in Week 4

At some point this year head coach Kevin O’Connell will have a full offensive complement to work with and the Vikings will be able to deliver their full offensive game plan.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3

Jauan Jennings Could Be a Vikings Lost Cause If He Doesn't Capitalize on Justin Jefferson's Absence

On Friday, the Minnesota Vikings announced that superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson will sit out Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins while he recovers from an ankle injury sustained against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 3

Vikings' Josh Metellus, Dallas Turner fined for fouls during Tampa Bay game

Vikings defender Josh Metellus and Dallas Turner have been fined by the NFL for fouls committed during last Sunday’s 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Bucanneers.

Johnny Hekker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

Vikings Elevated P Johnny Hekker

The Vikings announced that they have elevated veteran P Johnny Hekker for Week 4. Hekker, 36, signed with the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of Oregon State in 2012.

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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.

Justin Jefferson News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Vikings Get Another Massive Injury Update on Justin Jefferson

The Minnesota Vikings are treating Justin Jefferson’s ankle as a short-term problem rather than a season-altering one, and they are hopeful the wide receiver can suit up next Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / October 3

How much rope does Kyler Murray have with the Vikings?

The instant the Vikings decided to sign Kyler Murray in free agency last winter was the same moment the team turned over the offense to the veteran quarterback.

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Confidence Meter: How I Feel About the Vikings Heading Into Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings host the Miami Dolphins in Week 4, and many fans are expecting the game to be a lopsided affair in favor of the Purple and Gold. However, this game won't be an easy win for head coach Kevin O'Connell and crew.

Brian Flores News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3

Vikings Week 4: 3 Most Important Things to Watch for as Dolphins Come to Town (Brian Flores's Revenge Edition)

The Vikings finally return home on Sunday for their first game at U.S. Bank Stadium since Week 1. They’ll welcome a winless Dolphins team struggling to find its footing.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Vikings Emerge as Possible Trade Suitor for Former 1,600-Yard RB

One analyst is pushing the Minnesota Vikings to inquire about Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal as the team works through a thin and injury-hit backfield early in the 2026 season.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Justin Jefferson Injury Update: Superstar WR has been ruled out vs. Dolphins

The Minnesota Vikings (3-0) are hoping to get their offense in gear for the first time this season when they host the Miami Dolphins (0-3), but they are not going to have their best player in the lineup.

Justin Jefferson News / TWSN / October 2

Justin Jefferson’s Absence Puts Pressure on Minnesota Vikings’ Supporting Cast

The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2026 NFL season being a bit overlooked, and so far they have made any doubters regret that with a 3-0 record. While the Vikings have had a great start, they are about to face their biggest test of the season in Week 4 as they will be without Justin Jefferson as he has been ruled out with a sprained ankle.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Vikings reward Kyle Van Noy for practice squad production with incentives

The Minnesota Vikings’ defensive line has been feasting during the early portion of the 2026 NFL campaign, recording a league-leading 14 sacks in three games.

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3 Bold Predictions for Vikings vs. Dolphins in Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to earn their fourth consecutive victory to start the season as they host the Miami Dolphins. The Vikings have not been

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Chargers Emerging as Ideal Trade Partner to Help Vikings Solve RB Depth Concerns

Not a whole lot of people had the Vikings entering October undefeated on their 2026 Bingo card, but here we are. Head coach Kevin O'Connell and his staff

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 3

J.J. McCarthy shares first public reaction to trade from Vikings to Giants

On Friday, McCarthy offered his first public comments on that trade.

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Vikings Rule Out Three For Week 4, Including WR Justin Jefferson

The Minnesota Vikings announced they ruled out WR Justin Jefferson, CB Charles Demmings, and P Brett Thorson for Week 4. It’s a tough break for Minnesota

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Giants OC reveals J.J. McCarthy plan as Jameis Winston starts

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