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The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Wrong Despite Beating Bucs (And What It Means Moving Forward)

The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Wrong Despite Beating Bucs (And What It Means Moving Forward)

“Your undefeated Vikings” has a nice ring to it three weeks into the season. The Vikes have proven to be a feisty, resourceful team, finding ways to ride their dominant defense to victory even though their passing offense has been a complete non-factor the last two weeks.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Vikings GM Nolan Teasley continues to adjust the active roster to maximize their depth, including the return of a preseason favorite

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley continues to adjust the active roster to maximize their depth, including the return of a preseason favorite

We are only a few months into Nolan Teasley’s tenure as general manager, and he’s shown a willingness to shake things up. Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley teased the potential of making a decent splash in the trade market during the season.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 29
Minnesota Vikings suddenly acquire former 1,200-yard RB

Minnesota Vikings suddenly acquire former 1,200-yard RB

The Minnesota Vikings are adding another running back.

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Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy
Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade
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The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

Vikings Tried Out Nine Free Agents

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted nine free agents for workouts on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: DE Keshawn

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29
Vikings Make Eight Roster Moves For Week 4

Vikings Make Eight Roster Moves For Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings announced a series of roster moves on Tuesday for Week 4. The full list includes: Vikings placed TE Josh Oliver on injured reserve.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Minnesota Vikings add intriguing piece on offense who compares directly to an offensive starter

Minnesota Vikings add intriguing piece on offense who compares directly to an offensive starter

The running back position is a difficult one for the Minnesota Vikings, and they are taking multiple swings to fortify it. The Minnesota Vikings‘ biggest weakness right now is at running back.

Jauan Jennings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Jauan Jennings Is Already Giving Vikings Reasons to Feel Buyer's Remorse

Jauan Jennings Is Already Giving Vikings Reasons to Feel Buyer's Remorse

When the Vikings signed free agent wide receiver Jauan Jennings, the one-year, $8 million contract looked like an absolute steal. Acquiring a productive pass-catcher with a knack for finding the end zone (22 career touchdowns in 75 games before 2026) sounded like a great complement to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29
Vikings Sign QB Max Brosmer From Practice Squad

Vikings Sign QB Max Brosmer From Practice Squad

The quick ending to J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota stay produced a Giants move to create roster space. The team waived Jake Haener; though, per The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero, the young backup is expected to stay with the team on the practice squad if/once he clears waivers today.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 29
J.J. McCarthy trade prompts fascinating quote from Vikings GM

Vikings trade of J.J. McCarthy prompts fascinating quote from GM Nolan Teasley, and it could be a sign of things to come

Now that J.J. McCarthy is traded, there could be some more moves on the way, and Nolan Teasley hinted as such. 

Giants make shocking decision on Vikings' J.J. McCarthy after struggles of Jameis Winston
Reports expand on Giants' thoughts about J.J. McCarthy after trade with Vikings
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants
Giants' John Harbaugh answers big Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy question after trade with Vikings
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The 'Most starts by an active NFL QB' quiz
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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

Jordan Mason News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Vikings' Backup RB Situation Is Becoming an Issue as Jordan Mason Remains on IR

Vikings' Backup RB Situation Is Becoming an Issue as Jordan Mason Remains on IR

They might have a perfect record, but that doesn't change the fact that the Vikings' offense has been bad this season. They rank last in the league with 238.3 total yards of offense per game, along with a league-worst 137 passing yards per contest.

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / September 29
Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade

Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade

The Minnesota Vikings had only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster after they traded JJ McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday. On Tuesday, the Vikings fixed that.

Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants
Giants' John Harbaugh answers big Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy question after trade with Vikings
The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz
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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
 The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
Myles Price News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Myles Price Ended a 162-Game Punt Return Drought, and the 3-0 Vikings Have a New Weapon

Myles Price Ended a 162-Game Punt Return Drought, and the 3-0 Vikings Have a New Weapon

The Minnesota Vikings are in first place in the NFC North with a 3-0 record. It will be a major challenge to hold off the high-scoring Chicago Bears and the revenge-minded Detroit Lions this year.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 29
Vikings snap counts and notable PFF grades from defense-led win over Bucs

Vikings snap counts and notable PFF grades from defense-led win over Bucs

Although they did it in somewhat unconventional fashion, the Vikings moved to 3-0 on Sunday with a 23-16 road win over the Buccaneers. Their offensive struggles not only continued but actually worsened in Kyler Murray’s return to action.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Kyler Murray received all the blame for Vikings’ anemic offensive performance, but the reality is far more complicated

Kyler Murray received all the blame for Vikings’ anemic offensive performance, but the reality is far more complicated

The Minnesota Vikings’ offense posted its worst success rate in over 20 years, and the real issue goes far beyond the quarterback. The narrative after the Minnesota Vikings‘ win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has centered on Kyler Murray‘s stat line: 15-of-29, 168 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.

Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / September 29
O'Connell's creativity may be limited by Murray's potential downturn

O'Connell's creativity may be limited by Murray's potential downturn

In an era that is part of the NFL’s past, a coach was judged by his toughness, discipline and the fear he induced in his own players. The names included some of the greatest coaches in the sport’s history including Vince Lombardi, Tom Landry, Bud Grant and Don Shula.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 29
Reports expand on Giants' thoughts about J.J. McCarthy after trade with Vikings

Reports expand on Giants' thoughts about J.J. McCarthy after trade with Vikings

One of the more surprising NFL-related events of September involved the New York Giants agreeing on Monday to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants
Jevon Holland credits 'calm psycho' John Harbaugh for saving Giants' season after Jaxson Dart injury
Giants' John Harbaugh answers big Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy question after trade with Vikings
The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Vikings Stock Report: Who's Rising (and Falling) as Undefeated Season Continues After Week 3

Vikings Stock Report: Who's Rising (and Falling) as Undefeated Season Continues After Week 3

The Vikings are rolling at 3-0, and although the product on the field hasn't always been pretty, the team is finding creative ways to win. They'll now get the De'Von Achane-less Dolphins in Week 4, and the potential to add another win is certainly tantalizing.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Justin Jefferson's Ankle Diagnosis Shifts the 3-0 Vikings' Plan Against Dolphins

Justin Jefferson's Ankle Diagnosis Shifts the 3-0 Vikings' Plan Against Dolphins

The Minnesota Vikings got the answer they wanted on Justin Jefferson. The harder question is how much to push him for a game they may not need him to win.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 29
Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy

Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings officially ended their J.J. McCarthy experiment when they agreed on Monday to trade the third-year quarterback to the New York Giants for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants
Giants' John Harbaugh answers big Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy question after trade with Vikings
The 'Most passing & rushing TD games' quiz
Justin Jefferson News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Suffered Ankle Sprain, Could Play Week 4

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Suffered Ankle Sprain, Could Play Week 4

It’s been a notable day for the Vikings. The team moved on from former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy in a deal with the Giants, and they learned that tight end Josh Oliver will likely miss the rest of the season after suffering a biceps tear.

Justin Jefferson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28
Vikings announce Justin Jefferson injury update after early exit in Week 3

Vikings announce Justin Jefferson injury update after early exit in Week 3

The Minnesota Vikings were holding their breath after superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson left after just six snaps in Week 3. Jefferson suffered an ankle injury in the Vikings’ 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but head coach Kevin O’Connell gave a positive update regarding their superstar.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 29
Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell believes franchises bail on their struggling young quarterbacks too often. That didn't stop him from abandoning the J.J. McCarthy experiment.

Giants' John Harbaugh makes strong Jameis Winston statement after 'aggressive' QB report
Giants make shocking decision on Vikings' J.J. McCarthy after struggles of Jameis Winston
Cam Skattebo hints at difference coaching makes for the Giants
Jevon Holland credits 'calm psycho' John Harbaugh for saving Giants' season after Jaxson Dart injury
The 'Most starts by an active NFL QB' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 27
Buccaneers' start goes from bad to worse with Baker Mayfield's injury

Buccaneers' start goes from bad to worse with Baker Mayfield's injury

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost again on Sunday, dropping a 23-16 decision to the Minnesota Vikings.

Mayfield exits after suffering an ugly-looking finger injury
Update emerges on Mayfield after his gruesome finger injury
Mike Evans gets carted off after a big hit by Budda Baker
Dolphins hope De'Von Achane's injury doesn't derail offensive plans
Malik Willis must prove he's worth big contract after Achane injury
Giants All-Pro LB appears to suffer serious knee injury
Kyler Murray News / Bring Me The News / September 27
Vikings-Bucs reaction: Kyler Murray struggles, 3rd down disasters, and sack masters

Vikings-Bucs reaction: Kyler Murray struggles, 3rd down disasters, and sack masters

It was far from pretty, but the Minnesota Vikings improved to 3-0 with a 23-16 win over the Buccaneers in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. You can

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