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Vikings Pay $1.3M For Kyler Murray, Arizona’s $36.8M QB, And He’s Already Embarrassing J.J. McCarthy

Vikings Pay $1.3M For Kyler Murray, Arizona’s $36.8M QB, And He’s Already Embarrassing J.J. McCarthy

The throw cut through the Minnesota humidity like a fastball on a rope. Kyler Murray, wearing a Vikings jersey that still looked borrowed, dropped back during the team’s first media-open OTA and started doing things the franchise had been waiting two years to see from somebody else.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 5
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell reveals what he wants in JJ McCarthy-Kyler Murray battle

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell reveals what he wants in JJ McCarthy-Kyler Murray battle

Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell has a good problem on his hands as JJ McCarthy and Kyler Murray are battling for the main quarterback position.

J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / June 4
NFL insider comments on Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy pours fuel on the fire of his future

NFL insider comments on Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy pours fuel on the fire of his future

The quarterback position is a difficult one for the Vikings right now, as they have a tough decision ahead. A few days ahead of mandatory minicamp, the Minnesota Vikings took the field for an OTA practice.

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The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL players to rack up at least 1,400 receiving yards in a season multiple times in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 4

Vikings Thursday OTA Recap: QB Takeaways, Intriguing Young Players

Thursday saw the Vikings hold their sixth OTA session of the last couple weeks, their second open to members of the media, and their first with new general manager Nolan Teasley in attendance.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / June 4
Vikings 'happy with both' QBs in open competition

Vikings 'happy with both' QBs in open competition

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is no closer to making a call on his starting quarterback in the running competition between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray.

Harrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 4
KOC May Have Just Hinted at Harrison Smith's Timeline for a Decision

KOC May Have Just Hinted at Harrison Smith's Timeline for a Decision

As he spoke on Thursday about Harrison Smith, the Vikings' legendary safety who appears to be deciding between retirement and playing a 15th season with the organization, head coach Kevin O'Connell may have hinted at the timeline for a decision from No.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / June 4
Kevin O’Connell reacts to J.J. McCarthy comments about Kyler Murray

Vikings' Kevin O’Connell responds to controversial J.J. McCarthy comments about Kyler Murray

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy recently generated headlines when he discussed sharing a quarterback room with Kyler Murray.

Eagles' Jordan Mailata sends Jalen Hurts warning for NFL
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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Brian Flores News / A to Z Sports / June 4
Brian Flores bestowed prestigious honor after tremendous 2025 season, becoming the first Minnesota Viking to do so

Brian Flores bestowed prestigious honor after tremendous 2025 season, becoming the first Minnesota Viking to do so

It hasn’t been the easiest road for Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, and the PFWA recognized him. Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores received a prestigious award on Thursday, as the Pro Football Writers of America was selected as the 2026 George Halas Award winner.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 4
Teasley Signs Two Ex-Seahawks Rookies in First Move as Vikings' GM

Teasley Signs Two Ex-Seahawks Rookies in First Move as Vikings' GM

Nolan Teasley has made his first roster move(s) as the Minnesota Vikings' general manager. And it should perhaps come as no surprise that the two players he's signed are former Seahawks rookies who signed as undrafted free agents when Teasley was in Seattle.

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NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 4
Christian Watson Just Made Jordan Addison More Expensive for the Vikings

Christian Watson Just Made Jordan Addison More Expensive for the Vikings

If Christian Watson is getting a $110.5 million contract from the Green Bay Packers, how much is it going to cost the Minnesota Vikings to re-sign wide receiver Jordan Addison?

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / June 4
Kyler Murray takes early lead over J.J. McCarthy in Vikings’ QB competition

Kyler Murray takes early lead over J.J. McCarthy in Vikings’ QB competition

J.J. McCarthy can keep improving this spring and still lose ground if Kyler Murray keeps looking sharper inside Minnesota’s passing game. That is the uncomfortable read after the first media-open OTA.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 4
Insider reveals if Cardinals regret Kyler Murray decision amid Jacoby Brissett uncertainty

Insider reveals if Cardinals regret Kyler Murray decision amid Jacoby Brissett uncertainty

Do the Arizona Cardinals have regrets about parting ways with quarterback Kyler Murray earlier this offseason? 

Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr. seems unhappy about Jacoby Brissett contract saga
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49ers Announce Nine Executive Moves Including Hiring Former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah
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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 4
49ers Announce Nine Executive Moves Including Hiring Former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

49ers Announce Nine Executive Moves Including Hiring Former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

The San Francisco 49ers recently announced a number of executive hires and promotions including the addition of former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. Here’s

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / June 4
Minnesota Vikings: 3 Biggest Offseason Questions

Minnesota Vikings: 3 Biggest Offseason Questions

With all 32 NFL teams preparing for OTAs and mandatory minicamps, Athlon Sports is going under the hood to see what key questions remain for each team before training camps open in July.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 4
‘I think that’s where you win’ — Vikings GM Nolan Teasley endears himself to the entire fanbase during his first day on the job

‘I think that’s where you win’ — Vikings GM Nolan Teasley endears himself to the entire fanbase during his first day on the job

One of the biggest issues with the Minnesota Vikings over the last decade will be the focus for Nolan Teasley. The Minnesota Vikings have had offensive line issues over the last few years.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 3
Nolan Teasley’s introductory Minnesota Vikings press conference leaves one question unanswered

Nolan Teasley’s introductory Minnesota Vikings press conference leaves one question unanswered

We know that Nolan Teasley will have roster control, but there is still one question that hasn’t been answered. The Minnesota Vikings introduced new general manager Nolan Teasley to the media on Wednesday morning.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 3

The Quotes That Stood Out From Nolan Teasley's Intro Press Conference

Nolan Teasley was introduced as the Vikings' new general manager at TCO Performance Center on Wednesday. In front of media members, team staffers, and key leaders like Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski, owner Mark Wilf and Teasley both spoke about their excitement for this next chapter.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 3

No Triangle: Wilf Says Teasley Will Have Final Say Over Vikings' Roster

Vikings owner and president Mark Wilf made it clear on Wednesday: New general manager Nolan Teasley will have ultimate decision-making control over the team's roster.

NFL News / Field Level Media / June 1
Larry Fitzgerald Sr., sportswriter and Hall of Famer’s dad, dies at 71

Larry Fitzgerald Sr., sportswriter and Hall of Famer’s dad, dies at 71

Larry Fitzgerald Sr., the father of Hall of Fame wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr. and a beloved figure in his own right in the Minnesota sports scene, died Monday at 71.

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