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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 13
Stock up, Stock Down in Vikings' win over Saints
The Minnesota Vikings are breathing easier today as they are feeling much better about their offense than they have at any point this season. One decent
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 13
Minnesota Vikings need to work on facilitating multiple trades during bye week at a position you wouldn’t expect
The trade deadline is less than a month away, and the Minnesota Vikings need to look at a few different trades. The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0, and the conversation has shifted from how good they can be to how far this team can go.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 13
Vikings' Snap Count vs. Saints: Biggest Winners, Losers & Role Changes in Week 5
The Minnesota Vikings defeated the New Orleans Saints in Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season despite injuries piling up for the Purple and Gold and some important mistakes being made on the field.
The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz
In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 13
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell is on a historic pace in Minnesota with potential to match an NFL record
There have been way too many discussions about firing Kevin O’Connell, especially when he’s doing this. The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 heading into their bye week after a 23-13 win over the New Orleans Saints, and it was a massive win for a multitude of reasons.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / October 13
Vikings Legend Cris Carter Gets Real About Kyler Murray’s Future
Former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cris Carter said the team’s decision on quarterback Kyler Murray beyond this season will depend on whether the sides can agree on a workable contract number during free agency.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 13
Snap Counts From Vikings' Week 5 Win, and What They Mean
The Minnesota Vikings continued their unbeaten start with a 23-13 road win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 5. Minnesota improved to 5-0 with its most complete performance of the season, controlling the ball for nearly 40 minutes and outgaining New Orleans 364-142.
JuJu Smith-Schuster News / Pro Football Rumors / October 13
Vikings Work Out WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
Last week, the Vikings signed a big-name veteran receiver who spent time with the Giants this year in Odell Beckham Jr. On Wednesday, they hosted another for a workout (via The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero): former Steelers and Chiefs wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Minnesota Vikings Player Power Rankings After Week 5
The Minnesota Vikings are rolling with a 5-0 record, but they had not played a complete game until they defeated the New Orleans Saints 23-13 in Week 5.
JuJu Smith-Schuster News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Are the Vikings Signing JuJu Smith-Schuster? What We Know After His Monday Workout
The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 and off this week, but they still had a visitor at TCO Performance Center on Monday. JuJu Smith-Schuster worked out for the team, according to NFL insider Aaron Wilson, less than a week after Minnesota added Odell Beckham Jr.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Spectacular Vikings defense has been able to turn it up a couple of notches when the game is on the line
The Minnesota Vikings finally got a solid contribution from Kyler Murray and the offense in their Week 5 23-13 victory over the Saints. Murray was able to complete 24 of 30 passes and throw a spectacular touchdown pass to Justin Jefferson that is likely to be a significant starting point for consistency as the season progresses.
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.
Jauan Jennings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 12
What's going on with the bizarrely quiet start to Jauan Jennings' season?
One of the Vikings’ most notable moves of the offseason was to sign veteran wide receiver Jauan Jennings to a one-year, $8 million deal that also included up to $5 million in incentives.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 12
Vikings Stock Report: Who's Rising (and Falling) After Impressive Week 5 Win
The Minnesota Vikings enter the bye at 5-0 after a dominating showing against the New Orleans Saints, and now have a week to get healthy before taking on the Indianapolis Colts in Week 7.
Justin Jefferson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell admits obvious regret on failed Justin Jefferson trick play
The Minnesota Vikings have been winning with their defense. But that doesn’t mean Justin Jefferson hasn’t played a role. That’s true even though Kevin O’Connell admitted regret after the failed trick play involving Jefferson against the Saints.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 12
‘Not good by me’ — Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell sets the record straight about controversial play call vs. Saints
The worst instincts of Kevin O’Connell’s play calling resurfaced on Sunday afternoon, and it nearly ended in disaster. On Sunday afternoon, the Minnesota Vikings beat the New Orleans Saints 23-13 and it was a big step forward for the offense.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 12
Kevin O'Connell takes blame for Vikings' failed trick play: 'Not good by me'
Disaster struck the Vikings a couple times on Sunday afternoon. It came in the form of red zone fumbles by Aaron Jones and Myles Price that led to both Saints touchdowns and made a one-sided game much closer than it might’ve otherwise been.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Caleb Banks Highlights Mixed Early Grade for Vikings’ 2026 Draft Class
The Minnesota Vikings keep winning, but their rookie class still has plenty to prove. Minnesota improved to 5-0 with a 23-13 victory over the New Orleans Saints in Week 5, extending its unbeaten start to the 2026 NFL season.
Justin Herbert News / Bring Me The Sports / October 12
The worse it gets for Justin Herbert, the better it could be for the Vikings
Justin Herbert. You know, the quarterback so many Vikings fans want? Yeah, the guy putting up some of the worst numbers in the NFL this season. That’s the guy.
Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / October 12
Kyler Murray’s numbers from Vikings win vs. Saints paints an interesting picture on how Kevin O’Connell should maximize him
The Minnesota Vikings are starting to unlock Kyler Murray, and the path forward isn’t very clear for Kevin O’Connell. While the Minnesota Vikings are currently 5-0, there are still a lot of questions about what the offense will end up being.
New York Jets News / Yardbarker / October 12
Top rookie performers from NFL Week 5
We're more than a quarter of the way through the 2026 NFL season, which is about the time when many rookies start to flash as they catch up to the speed of the big leagues.
Justin Jefferson News / Yardbarker / October 11
Vikings' Justin Jefferson pulls off unreal catch in dominant return to Louisiana
Before he was catching passes for the Minnesota Vikings, star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was a key member of the 2019 LSU Tigers national championship team.
Odell Beckham Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / October 10
Vikings Elevate WR Odell Beckham Jr.
After joining the Vikings’ practice squad on Wednesday, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is already prepared to make his debut with the club. The 4-0 Vikings are elevating Beckham ahead of their road meeting with the 1-3 Saints on Sunday, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 9
Vikings facing Odell Beckham Jr. decision after Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison injury updates
The undefeated Minnesota Vikings will look to keep their streak alive with a road game against the New Orleans Saints in Week 5.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 8
NFL insider shares warning for Vikings' Jauan Jennings after Odell Beckham Jr. signing
Beckham had Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell as an offensive coordinator when the two were with the Los Angeles Rams during the 2021 campaign, which ended with the Rams winning the Super Bowl.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 7
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell makes bold Odell Beckham Jr. claim for Saints game after surprise signing
The Minnesota Vikings revealed some unexpected news when they confirmed on Wednesday that they had signed veteran wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to their practice squad.
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