Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Vikings Officially Sign 15 To Practice Squad

The Minnesota Vikings officially signed 15 players to their practice squad on Monday after trimming down their roster to 53 players this past weekend.

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J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / August 31

Report reveals Kevin O’Connell’s stance toward JJ McCarthy

JJ McCarthy remains with the Minnesota Vikings, and he still has at least one believer within the organization despite his struggles. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell “wants to keep working with” McCarthy, according to Albert Breer of The MMQB.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 31

Help Wanted: Every Position Where Vikings Could Still Add Depth After Roster Cuts

The Vikings finalized their cuts before Sunday's deadline, officially announcing their initial 53-man roster. While the roster is a nice mix of youth and experience, some areas may still need adjustments before the 2026 NFL season kicks off.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 31

One day after making the team, Vikings release Max Brosmer and Dillon Bell

Max Brosmer and Dillon Bell made the Vikings’ 53-man roster on Sunday, only to be released on Monday. That’s the word from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and The Athletic’s Alec Lewis, whose reports came shortly after the Vikings reportedly signed two of the top-rated preseason interior offensive linemen off waivers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Vikings To Waive QB Max Brosmer

Minnesota’s four-quarterback depth chart was short-lived. The Vikings are waiving Max Brosmer, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport tweets. The team’s active-roster setup includes Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz and J.J.

Kyler Murray News / Yardbarker / August 31

Position group rankings show opportunity available to Kyler Murray

Recent position group rankings show both opportunity and pressure for Kyler Murray.

J.J. McCarthy makes Vikings' initial 53-man roster — but future remains uncertain

Vikings may have made major J.J. McCarthy call after Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decisions

Former Vikings player shares challenge for J.J. McCarthy amid career uncertainty

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 31

Vikings claim two of preseason's top-graded interior linemen

Following cutdown day, the Vikings have claimed a pair of offensive linemen off the waiver wire. According to the league’s transaction wire, Minnesota has picked up guard Trevor Keegan and center Nick Samac.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 31

Minnesota Vikings finally address a major area of need, but questions remain about whether it’s enough

The Minnesota Vikings have had an issue at center for the past two years, and they have finally tried to address it. Less than 24 hours after finalizing the initial 53-man roster, the Minnesota Vikings have made a couple of waiver claims, both of which came on the offensive line.

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J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 31

5 Most Intriguing Vikings on the Initial 53-Man Roster (McCarthy Makes the Cut for Now)

The NFL’s deadline for the Vikings and other teams to submit their final rosters came and went at 5 p.m. CT Sunday night. While the majority of moves seemed likely for a while, there were a few surprises, mainly in the special teams room.

J.J. McCarthy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Out With 'Multi-Week' Ankle Sprain

Adam Schefter reported during a recent media appearance that Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has a sprained ankle that he believes will cause him to miss multiple weeks.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 31

NFL analyst makes bold statement about Kevin O’Connell, and it’s a point that’s been underdiscussed for a reason

We know that Kevin O’Connell is a great head coach, but does he get too much credit for his team’s output? Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell is viewed as one of the best offensive minds in the NFL.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 31

Vikings may have made major McCarthy call after Murray, Wentz decisions

Vikings may have made major J.J. McCarthy call after Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decisions

The Minnesota Vikings surprised some members of the NFL community when they ended roster cutdown day with starter Kyler Murray, veteran Carson Wentz, 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy and 25-year-old Max Brosmer still in their quarterback room and on their active squad.

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J.J. McCarthy makes Vikings' initial 53-man roster — but future remains uncertain

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 31

The national media is ready to pounce on Kevin O'Connell, but his excuses are real

Social media echo chambers are occupied by rage-baiting armchair quarterbacks, and it appears that some of their negativity is spilling over to the national media.

Brett Thorson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 31

What to Know About New Vikings Punter Brett Thorson (And How He Ultimately Made 53-Man Roster)

When the Vikings signed Johnny Hekker this offseason, the veteran punter looked like a lock to be the team's starter. The 36-year-old was entering his 15th season in the NFL and had been a solid player during his entire career.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 31

The 3 Biggest Questions Remaining After Vikings Trim The Roster Down To 53

The Minnesota Vikings trimmed their roster down from 90 to 53 on Sunday, but the moves may not be done just yet. While some questions were answered, like the fate of bubble players like Dillon Bell or Jacob Thomas, other concerns still remain after cutdown day.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 31

Minnesota Vikings’ initial 53-man roster has fascinating decisions from GM Nolan Teasley

The first 53-man roster from the Minnesota Vikings isn’t going to stay that way for very long, and here’s what stood out. The Minnesota Vikings have released their initial 53-man roster, and there are fascinating elements scattered throughout.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 31

Former Vikings player shares challenge for J.J. McCarthy amid career uncertainty

It was learned on Sunday that the Minnesota Vikings were keeping 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy and 25-year-old Max Brosmer in their quarterback room.

J.J. McCarthy makes Vikings' initial 53-man roster — but future remains uncertain

Vikings Set Initial 53-Man Roster

Vikings To Release P Johnny Hekker

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Vikings Cut 35, Finalize 53-Man Roster

The Minnesota Vikings announced all the moves they made to get down to a 53-man roster by today’s deadline, including cutting 35 players. The full list

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 30

Fresh look at projected Vikings depth chart based on 53-man roster

The Vikings set the 53-man roster on Sunday. While more roster moves are possible before the Sept. 12 season opener against the Green Bay Packers, we have a good idea of what the depth chart will look like.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Vikings Set Initial 53-Man Roster

The Vikings have finalized their initial 53-man roster, cutting 35 players among these transactions: DT Jonathan Harris P Johnny Hekker DT Isaiahh Loudermilk

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 30