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Point spread for Lions game is a first for Vikings under Kevin O'Connell

The state of the 2025 Vikings and the challenge that awaits them this weekend are both reflected in the Vegas point spread for Sunday's game against the Lions, which marks uncharted territory for the franchise under head coach Kevin O'Connell.

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Minnesota Vikings make necessary roster move heading into Week 9 vs. Detroit Lions who can help them for the stretch run

It's been a tough one for the Minnesota Vikings over the last few weeks. They have lost their last two games to drop to 3-4, and injuries continue to mount, with the latest being quarterback Carson Wentz being placed on season-ending injured reserve with a torn left shoulder labrum and broken socket.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 29

Vikings sign QB John Wolford with Carson Wentz out

The Minnesota Vikings signed John Wolford to the practice squad on Wednesday, one day after fellow quarterback Carson Wentz was ruled out for the season with a shoulder injury.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-rushing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

The 'Last 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

NFL News / Sporting News / October 29

Raiders injury update gives Vikings two veteran quarterback trade targets

The Minnesota Vikings need to add a better veteran quarterback to their roster to back up J.J. McCarthy and they should be calling the Las Vegas Raiders, who have two options to consider.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 29

The Lions cannot allow to Vikings to fix their biggest issue against them, even if the new wrinkle is designed to hurt them

The Minnesota Vikings are having a hard time right now after a big 14-win season in 2024. It seems crazy because this team seemed so put together, especially on defense.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 29

Vikings sign veteran QB with ties to Kevin O'Connell

And the winner of the 2025 Vikings midseason quarterback addition award is: John Wolford. The Vikings needed to add a third quarterback after losing Carson Wentz to a season-ending shoulder injury, and they went to the Kevin O'Connell archives and dug up Wolford, who played on the Los Angeles Rams teams that O'Connell was part of in 2020 and 2021.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 29

The Vikings’ New QB3 Is Here

The list of quarterbacks for the 2025 Minnesota Vikings is getting longer and longer. Minnesota started into the offseason with J.J. McCarthy as the top guy on the depth chart, followed by only Brett Rypien.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 29

Seemingly Unnoticed, Vikings Sit an Edge Rusher to Begin Most Recent Game

The Vikings sitting a notable edge rusher on the bench usually involves generating headlines, but the decision to move away from Dallas Turner starting in Week 8 didn’t pickup much attention.

J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 29

J.J. McCarthy's return to Michigan draws FOX's top broadcast crew

J.J. McCarthy is making his return to the playing field Sunday. After missing the previous six weeks with a high ankle sprain, his much-anticipated return Sunday against the Lions has drawn FOX's No.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

Carson Wentz News / Sporting News / October 29

Vikings sign veteran quarterback with Kevin O'Connell ties after Carson Wentz injury

The Minnesota Vikings have added a veteran quarterback to their practice squad after the team lost backup Carson Wentz for the rest of the 2025 campaign because of a shoulder injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 29

Where the Vikings stand in the NFC playoff picture heading into Week 9

Minnesota has returned from its bye and its extended overseas trip in less than spectacular fashion, losing twice and seeing its replacement starting QB lost for the season.

Harrison Smith News / purplePTSD.com / October 29

The Harrison Smith Plot Twist

Brian Flores, to his credit, is ready and willing to do whatever is necessary to put together a winning defense. Too rigid he is not. So, one wonders if there will be an adjusted role for Harrison Smith.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Dan Campbell Names J.J. McCarthy's Most Impressive Traits Ahead of Game vs. Vikings

Dan Campbell spoke on the Vikings' starter He praised key traits heading into Sunday The Lions have an statistical edge at the QB position The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings went down to the wire last season in pursuit of the NFC North Division crown with the Lions getting the best of Minnesota on the final weekend of the season.