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Of course undefeated Vikings want to win, but Week 5 meeting with Saints is anything but a must game

There is a tendency among fans and close observers of the NFL to make every game the most important one of the season. That’s because professional football is a once-a-week business and all the other days of the week lead up to the way a team will perform on a given Sunday (or Monday or Thursday).

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Odell Beckham has been elevated by Vikings and has chance to play vs. Saints

After signing Odell Beckham Jr. earlier in the week to help their injured WR crew, the Minnesota Vikings (4-0) have elevated his status and he could be active in the Week 5 game against the Saints in New Orleans.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 10

Vikings Have 3 Clear Advantages Over Saints in Week 5

The Minnesota Vikings hope to keep their winning ways alive on Sunday when they take on the New Orleans Saints. There is not much love between these two organizations, since they have caused each other heartbreak for many years.

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

How many of the active NFL wide receivers to rush for a touchdown can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL rookie 150-receiving-yard games' quiz

The 'D-Linemen with an NFL TD-catch' quiz

The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

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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.

Justin Jefferson News / The Spun / October 10

Fantasy Football Owners Worried About Justin Jefferson's Week 5 Status

The Minnesota Vikings have an important decision to make on Justin Jefferson this Sunday that has fantasy football owners undivided attention. Jefferson is currently listed as questionable for this Sunday’s showdown with the New Orleans Saints due to an ankle injury.

Minnesota Vikings 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 / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 10

Vikings' WR Depth Will Be Tested If Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison Can't Play vs. Saints

The Vikings released their final Week 5 injury report on Friday, and it could significantly impact Sunday’s game against the Saints in New Orleans (h/t: Vikings).

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Kyler Murray News / TWSN / October 10

NFC North Quarterback Rankings: Does Minnesota’s Record Hide Kyler Murray’s Struggles?

It is four weeks into the 2026 NFL season, which means it is time to look at how the quarterbacks in each division have performed. For the NFC North, the division has been a bit all over the place.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 10

Announcers, Referees and Jersey Combination for Vikings Week 5 Game

The Minnesota Vikings will attempt to improve their record to 5-0 as they go on the road to face the struggling New Orleans Saints in Week 5. The Saints were expected to be at or near the top of the NFC South division, but they bring a 1-3 record into this game at the Caesars Superdome.

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 10

One Thought on All 11 Vikings Defensive Starters One Month Into the 2026 Season

On Thursday, I broke down my thoughts on each of the Vikings' offensive starters now that the first month of the 2026 regular season is behind us. Today, let's dive into the defense and give one thought on each of the starters there.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / October 9

Vikings-Saints preview: Key matchups, stats that matter, and an X-factor

The Vikings’ undefeated season will be on the line on Sunday when they travel to New Orleans to take on a Saints team that is reeling from a lopsided loss to the Falcons this past Monday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 9

Ryan Van Demark Under Vikings' Spotlight as Christian Darrisaw Misses Week 5 (and That's Not a Problem)

The Vikings' offense hasn't lived up to expectations this season, and while some of the blame should fall on head coach Kevin O'Connell's shoulders, injuries have also played a part in the limited firepower.

Minnesota Vikings News / Total Pro Sports / October 9

Former Vikings QB Reveals Shocking Demand Team Allegedly Made Behind Closed Doors

Kyle Sloter spent years chasing quarterback jobs in the NFL, USFL, and XFL. Minnesota handed him one of his bigger preseason auditions. Sloter made eight preseason appearances for the Vikings across 2018 and 2019.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 9

On limited snaps, Vikings have gotten huge results from two defensive newcomers

The Vikings’ defense is a well-oiled machine that isn’t reliant on one or two specific players, but instead thrives behind a deep, talented, versatile group of players who have master’s degrees in Brian Flores’ unique scheme.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / October 9

Vikings-Saints Week 5 score predictions from the Bring Me The Sports staff

The Vikings have an opportunity on Sunday to get to 5-0 as they head into their bye week. It’s certainly a winnable game in New Orleans against a 1-3 Saints team allowing an NFL-worst 32 points per game.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 9

Vikings facing Beckham decision after Jefferson, Addison updates

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.

NFL insider shares warning for Vikings' Jauan Jennings after Odell Beckham Jr. signing

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell makes bold Odell Beckham Jr. claim for Saints game after surprise signing

Unbeaten Vikings chase 5-0 start against Saints

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 9

Bill Simmons does not take 4-0 Vikings seriously, bashes 'terrible' Kyler Murray

At 4-0, the Vikings are one of three remaining undefeated teams through the first month of the NFL season. Bill Simmons isn’t buying them as a contender.

Kyler Murray News / Bring Me The Sports / October 9

Former GM who drafted Kyler Murray calls him 'Angry Elf' in critical Vikings review

Steve Keim, the former Arizona Cardinals general manager who drafted Kyler Murray with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, gave a critical review of Murray’s performance so far for the 4-0 Minnesota Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / October 8

Tom Brady says Kyler Murray is benefitting on the Minnesota Vikings how he once did

The Minnesota Vikings defense has been the key for their success so far this season. After an uninspiring win over the Miami Dolphins, the Minnesota Vikings sit proudly at 4-0.

Donovan Jackson News / A to Z Sports / October 8

Injury to Vikings LG Donovan Jackson opens the door for a trade, and there is an intriguing option potentially available

General manager Nolan Teasley hinted at moving the pick they got for J.J. McCarthy to fortify the roster, and this could be it. The Minnesota Vikings losing left guard Donovan Jackson to a torn meniscus was brutal for a multitude of reasons.

Jauan Jennings News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell Gets Blunt on Jauan Jennings

Kevin O’Connell is still willing to vouch for Jauan Jennings, even as the Minnesota Vikings’ wide-receiver room grows more crowded. The head coach addressed the veteran’s slow start on Wednesday afternoon, with Minnesota preparing to face the Las Vegas Raiders and Odell Beckham Jr.