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‘You are lucky you still have your job’… Stephen A. Smith sends message to Minnesota Vikings head coach

‘You are lucky you still have your job’… Stephen A. Smith sends message to Minnesota Vikings head coach

Stephen A. Smith points out key reason why Kevin O’Connell should be considered lucky to still be Minnesota Vikings head coach. The Minnesota Vikings have begun their season 2-0 with wins against the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears in the first two weeks.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22
Vikings vs. Buccaneers bold predictions for Kyler Murray’s return in Week 3

Vikings vs. Buccaneers bold predictions for Kyler Murray’s return in Week 3

The Minnesota Vikings have gotten off to a winning start in 2026, beating two division opponents in the first two weeks of the season. They struggled for much of the game in Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers, but a fourth-quarter surge led by Brian Flores’ aggressive defense gave the Vikings a 39-22 triumph.

Kevin O'Connell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 22
The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right Against the Bears (And What It Means Moving Forward)

The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right Against the Bears (And What It Means Moving Forward)

Think back on the Vikings’ best wins of the Kevin O’Connell era. Chances are you’re thinking of the 2022 win in Buffalo, the greatest comeback in NFL history against the Colts or a last-second win in Seattle in 2024.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 22
Why It's Time for Vikings to Add Kyle Van Noy to 53-Man Roster in Week 3

Why It's Time for Vikings to Add Kyle Van Noy to 53-Man Roster in Week 3

The Vikings are enjoying great performances from their starting edge rushers through the first two games. Starting outside linebackers Dallas Turner and Andrew Van Ginkel have combined for 5.5 sacks already, and the entire unit looks intimidating, clocking in an impressive pass-rush grade of 70.4 (9th) on Pro Football Focus.

NFL News / Yardbarker
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 / A to Z Sports / September 22
Minnesota Vikings make necessary roster moves to fortify roster after multiple injuries linger over the roster

Minnesota Vikings make necessary roster moves to fortify roster after multiple injuries linger over the roster

Punter Brett Thorson’s hamstring injury and the need for running back depth led to a pair of moves on Tuesday afternoon. The Minnesota Vikings made a pair of practice squad roster moves Tuesday afternoon, signing punter Johnny Hekker and running back Jaret Patterson while releasing wide receiver Trayvon Rudolph and cornerback Bryce Phillips.

Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22
Brian Flores’ mentality for Vikings defense shows why he’s the best in the business

Brian Flores’ mentality for Vikings defense shows why he’s the best in the business

The Minnesota Vikings have become one of the NFL’s most aggressive defenses under defensive coordinator Brian Flores, constantly forcing quarterbacks to diagnose pressure before the football is even snapped.

Johnny Hekker News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22
Vikings To Sign P Johnny Hekker

Vikings To Sign P Johnny Hekker

The Vikings released punter Johnny Hekker on Aug. 30, but a reunion is taking place three weeks later. Hekker has agreed to a deal with Minnesota, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22
1 major Kevin O’Connell schematic change coincides with Vikings winning streak

1 major Kevin O’Connell schematic change coincides with Vikings winning streak

Channeling classic Avengers energy after securing back-to-back thrilling divisional victories to start the season, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22

Vikings Worked Out Eight Players

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted eight free agents for workouts on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: RB Gary

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 22
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell explains what Kyler Murray must do after Carson Wentz's impressive start

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell explains what Kyler Murray must do after Carson Wentz's impressive start

Carson Wentz has helped the Minnesota Vikings open the season 2-0, and Kevin O'Connell hopes Kyler Murray was paying attention.

Vikings confirm Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game after report
NFL executive sounds alarms about Bears, Ben Johnson after Caleb Williams injury in loss to Vikings
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The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Vikings Signing P Johnny Hekker & RB Jaret Patterson

Vikings Signing P Johnny Hekker & RB Jaret Patterson

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Vikings are signing P Johnny Hekker. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Vikings are also signing RB Jaret Patterson to the practice squad.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 22
Brett Thorson's Week 3 Outlook Continues to Look Grim for Vikings

Brett Thorson's Week 3 Outlook Continues to Look Grim for Vikings

A Week 3 showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looms for the Minnesota Vikings, who will be doing whatever it takes to improve their record to 3-0. The last time that happened was when the Purple and Gold won five straight games to open the 2024 campaign.

Brett Thorson News / Bring Me The Sports / September 22

With punter Brett Thorson injury concerns, Vikings work out 3 free agents

With punter Brett Thorson nursing a hamstring injury, the Vikings are reportedly worked out a trio of free agents on Tuesday, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22
Giants have an obvious trade replacement for Jaxson Dart

Giants have an obvious trade replacement for Jaxson Dart

Once again, the New York Giants can't catch a break at the quarterback position.

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Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return
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Cowboys' Quinnen Williams, Jerry Jones share differing injury updates
Dallas Turner News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 22
What Dallas Turner's Breakout Means for the Vikings' Defensive Outlook Moving Forward

What Dallas Turner's Breakout Means for the Vikings' Defensive Outlook Moving Forward

Heading into the 2026 NFL season, there was a lot of concern about the Vikings' pass rush. The team traded veteran outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard and prepared to move forward with 2024 first-round draft pick Dallas Turner.

Johnny Hekker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Vikings Working Out Three Punters Including Johnny Hekker

Vikings Working Out Three Punters Including Johnny Hekker

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Vikings are hosting punters Johnny Hekker, Matt Haack and Jack Stonehouse for workouts on Tuesday. Hekker, 36, wound up signing on with the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of Oregon State back in 2012.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 22
Undefeated Vikings get bizarre treatment in national power rankings

Undefeated Vikings get bizarre treatment in national power rankings

Despite a 2-0 start. Despite limiting the highest-scoring offense of Week 1 to just three points in Week 2. Despite doing that with a backup quarterback, the Vikings continue to be disrespected by some national media outlets.

Kyler Murray News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL QB rushing leaders' quiz

The 'NFL QB rushing leaders' quiz

In NFL history, 42 quarterbacks have rushed for 2,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?

Emmett Johnson News / Bring Me The Sports / September 22
Vikings might've made a massive mistake passing on Minnesota native Emmett Johnson

Vikings might've made a massive mistake passing on Minnesota native Emmett Johnson

Emmett Johnson wanted the Minnesota Vikings to draft him. Instead, he watched the Vikings pass on him six times before the Kansas City Chiefs called his name in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 22
Jalen Redmond, Isaiah Rodgers Receive Top Grades From PFF After Win vs. Bears

Jalen Redmond, Isaiah Rodgers Receive Top Grades From PFF After Win vs. Bears

The Minnesota Vikings set the tone, holding the Chicago Bears to three points and forced two turnovers. Chicago repeatedly moved into scoring range but came away empty-handed from three separate red-zone trips.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 22
Minnesota Vikings’ run game has shown major improvements, but is in danger of regression unless they do one thing

Minnesota Vikings’ run game has shown major improvements, but is in danger of regression unless they do one thing

The Minnesota Vikings have committed to the run under Kevin O’Connell, but their depth at running back is being tested in a way that could derail that plan The Minnesota Vikings‘ run game has been one of the biggest themes through the first two games of the 2026 season.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22
JJ McCarthy turned heads with his behavior during Vikings celebration

JJ McCarthy turned heads with his behavior during Vikings celebration

The Minnesota Vikings did not have the sexiest win on Sunday against the Chicago Bears, but they had a beautiful moment on the field after securing the 9-3 victory over their NFC North rivals, and it involved backup quarterback JJ McCarthy.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Vikings confirm Murray, Wentz decision for Bucs game after report

Vikings confirm Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game after report

Murray completed just three of five pass attempts for 18 yards with an interception before he was knocked out of Minnesota's Week 1 game against the rival Green Bay Packers on Sept. 13.

Buccaneers experiencing buyer's remorse with Baker Mayfield after 0-2 start
Baker Mayfield backs off revenge game narrative after losing to Browns
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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22
Tests reportedly confirm major injury update for Bears' Caleb Williams

Tests reportedly confirm major injury update for Bears' Caleb Williams

Late Monday morning, NFL insider Tom Pelissero of The Ringer and Netflix shared a massive update on Williams that will put the minds of Bears fans at ease.

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Commanders HC Dan Quinn leaves door open to major change
Commanders reveal stance on adding another QB
Seahawks leaving door open for Sam Darnold, Drew Lock move
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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
NFL exec sounds alarms about Bears after Williams injury

NFL executive sounds alarms about Bears, Ben Johnson after Caleb Williams injury in loss to Vikings

Williams suffered a scary-looking hamstring injury midway through the contest's fourth quarter. 

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