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An Unsung Competition Will Be on Full Display in the Preseason

On Saturday, the Minnesota Vikings will open their annual trio of preseason matchups, when the Houston Texans come to U.S. Bank Stadium for the first time since losing to the purple squad early in last season.

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Vikings fans will get to see Justin Jefferson during Saturday's preseason opener vs. Texans, but only if they do one thing

The Minnesota Vikings are set to open up their preseason on Saturday afternoon against the Houston Texans. They are going to do so with quarterback J.J.

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Lions Swoop In, Snag a Playmaker the Vikings Were Considering

The Vikings, quite possibly, had decided to move on. After all, the depth job at tight end has been filled by Nick Vannett. The playmaker still ended up in the NFC North after the Vikings visit, deciding to find an opportunity in Michigan.

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25 NFL players who are playing for their next contract in 2025

Each season is pivotal for NFL players as they look toward their next contract. These 25 players stand out heading into 2025, as they look to make even more money down the road.

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Vikings' biggest storylines heading into preseason debut vs. Texans start and end with J.J. McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings are set to make their 2025 preseason debut on Saturday afternoon against the Houston Texans. There are some interesting storylines for the Vikings going into the game, including starting quarterback J.J.

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Justin Jefferson, Kevin O'Connell to join preseason Vikings broadcasts

Justin Jefferson continues to recover from a mild hamstring strain and he will not play in any of Minnesota's preseason games, but he will be featured during Saturday's exhibition opener between the Vikings and Houston Texans.

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Leap year? Fantasy expert weighs in on five potential NFL breakout stars

ESPN fantasy expert says these players could be 2025 NFL breakout stars

Who’s ready to make a leap? ESPN NFL insider Field Yates, who co-hosts ESPN’s “Fantasy Football Now,” weighed in with Yardbarker recently on NFL players who could have standout seasons in their second year in the league.

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10 Vikings to Watch in the Preseason Opener

On Saturday (3 p.m. CST), the Minnesota Vikings will kick off their 2025 preseason. After hitting only each other in the past two weeks and change at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, Minnesota, Kevin O’Connell’s enterprise will finally meet a different opponent.

J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 8

Question J.J. McCarthy's arm strength? Trainer releases video of 80-yard throw

Anyone who questions J.J. McCarthy's arm strength (we're looking at you, Colin Cowherd) might want to get a look at the video McCarthy's personal quarterback coach released on social media Thursday.

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Who is the longest-tenured QB for every NFL franchise?

Some NFL teams have seen quarterbacks suit up well past the 10-year mark, with the Patriots enjoying a 20-year relationship with their top passer. Here is the longest-tenured QB in every franchise's history.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / August 7

Vikings Coach Surprised 1 Guy Is Still Explosive

The Minnesota Vikings have historically had some speedy athletes. First and foremost, of course, is Randy Moss, a Hall of Famer in his own right, who made fast players look like snails.

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Kevin O'Connell's comments on WR Jordan Addison send strong signal on what his future with the Vikings looks like

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is going to serve a three-game suspension for his Driving Under the Influence arrest in July of 2024. He made it clear after practice on Wednesday that he won't appeal the suspension.

J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 7

J.J. McCarthy and 14 other players to watch in Vikings' preseason opener

At long last, football returns to U.S. Bank Stadium this weekend. Not regular season football just yet, but football nonetheless. The Vikings are all set to kick off their three-game preseason slate against the Texans at 3:00 p.m.

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Minnesota assistant coach Matt Daniels highlights the main reason why Vikings fans should be excited about top NFL Draft pick

When the Minnesota Vikings selected wide receiver Tai Felton in the third round of the NFL Draft, it raised some eyebrows. Wide receiver wasn't the biggest need for the Vikings, especially with cornerback being in the state it currently is.

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Vikings training camp recap, Day 12: One more before preseason begins

Thursday's training camp practice at TCO Performance Center was a shorter, less eventful one than usual. The Vikings weren't in full pads, and they took it somewhat easy ahead of Saturday's preseason opener at U.S.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Vikings Set to Honor DE Legend Jim Marshall With Wholesome Gesture in 2025

Legendary defensive end Jim Marshall spearheaded the Minnesota Vikings' Purple People Eaters defense. He joined the team in their first NFL season and retired a Viking in 1979.

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Vikings to honor Jim Marshall with No. 70 helmet patch during 2025 season

The Vikings will honor legendary defensive lineman Jim Marshall by sporting a No. 70 patch with his signature on their helmets throughout the 2025 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 7

Minnesota Vikings preseason debut highlighted by intriguing depth players ready to make a major impact

The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Houston Texans this Saturday afternoon in the first preseason game of the season. It will be a really interesting game for a multitude of reasons, but the biggest being seeing how the depth shakes out.

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Vikings' Justin Jefferson puts Inver Grove Heights townhome on market

The Inver Grove Heights townhome belonging to Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson hit the market Tuesday for $439,000. The end-unit

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NFL Suspends Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver For 3 Games

The Minnesota Vikings will begin the 2025 season without one of their top playmakers. No, not that one. As confirmed by the Vikings, the NFL suspended Addison for the first three games of the regular season for violating the league's substance abuse policy.

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