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Vikings sign five players to practice squad, including two new running backs

Vikings sign five players to practice squad, including two new running backs

After some roster shuffling on Tuesday that saw Kyle Van Noy and Max Brosmer brought up to the 53-man roster, the Vikings have signed five players to round out their practice squad on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 30
Vikings' Two Wednesday Signings Aren't Enough to Address Running Back Woes

Vikings' Two Wednesday Signings Aren't Enough to Address Running Back Woes

Much has been made of the Vikings' anemic offense to start the season. Through the first three weeks, Minnesota ranks dead last in total yardage, and has leaned heavily on their elite defense to carry the load.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Vikings Acquire Record-Setting Weapon Before Week 4

Vikings Acquire Record-Setting Weapon Before Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings signed running back Audric Estime to their practice squad on Wednesday, adding a proven college workhorse and NFL depth piece as they continue to shuffle the backfield, the team announced.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
Vikings Announce Five Practice Squad Signings

Vikings Announce Five Practice Squad Signings

The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed P Johnny Hekker, RB Audric Estime, RB Devin Neal, OLB Keshawn Banks, and G Josh Priebe to their practice squad

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
Vikings-Dolphins line: How has Minnesota fared as a heavy favorite since 2000?

Vikings-Dolphins line: How has Minnesota fared as a heavy favorite since 2000?

The Vikings are in a position this week that is unfamiliar territory, at least in recent years: They’re favored to win their game on Sunday by double-digits.

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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 / Athlon Sports / September 30
Vikings Week 4 NFL Power Rankings Roundup Has Minnesota Rising Everywhere After Win Over Tampa Bay

Vikings Week 4 NFL Power Rankings Roundup Has Minnesota Rising Everywhere After Win Over Tampa Bay

The Minnesota Vikings sit at 3-0, though their path to an undefeated start has been far from straightforward. They defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-16 at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, keeping the Vikings unbeaten and elevating them across national NFL power rankings.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
Report reveals stunning reason Vikings passed on Aaron Rodgers

Report reveals stunning reason Vikings passed on Aaron Rodgers

After Sam Darnold signed with the Seahawks and Daniel Jones left for the Colts after the 2024 season, the Minnesota Vikings had J.J. McCarthy and Brett Rypien in the quarterback room when they told Aaron Rodgers that they weren’t interested.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report reveals why McCarthy is with Giants instead of Colts' Richardson

Report reveals why J.J. McCarthy is with Giants instead of Colts' Anthony Richardson Sr.

The Giants agreed this past Monday to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for McCarthy.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report reveals if Giants' Dart views McCarthy as potential threat

Report reveals if Giants' Jaxson Dart views J.J. McCarthy as potential threat

This past Monday, the Giants agreed to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for McCarthy.

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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.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Minnesota Vikings' Passing Game Had No Answers Without Justin Jefferson

Minnesota Vikings' Passing Game Had No Answers Without Justin Jefferson

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson left early in the Week 3 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, removing the player around whom the passing plan had been built.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Vikings Named Landing Spot for $14 Million Running Back Ahead of Trade Deadline

Vikings Named Landing Spot for $14 Million Running Back Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Vikings keep winning without much help from an offense that hasn’t topped 250 total yards in any game. Kenneth Gainwell could give it a jolt, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers might be ready to move him.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report details why Vikings picked J.J. McCarthy over Aaron Rodgers, McCarthy's Minnesota downfall

Report details why Vikings picked J.J. McCarthy over Aaron Rodgers, McCarthy's Minnesota downfall

Why did the Vikings pass on Aaron Rodgers? And how did things go off the rails for McCarthy in Minnesota?

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J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 30
What Giants' McCarthy has in common with Hall of Fame, MVP QBs

What Giants' J.J. McCarthy has in common with Hall of Fame, MVP quarterbacks

Those running the Minnesota Vikings said plenty about how they viewed McCarthy when they agreed this past Monday to trade the third-year quarterback to the Giants for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Adam Thielen Makes Feelings Clear on Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Trade

Adam Thielen Makes Feelings Clear on Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Trade

The Minnesota Vikings traded quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick, closing the book on a first-round project that never fully took hold.

Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 29
Brian Flores is keeping Vikings on its toes ahead of game vs. 0-3 Dolphins

Brian Flores is keeping Vikings on its toes ahead of game vs. 0-3 Dolphins

On paper, the Minnesota Vikings have a golden opportunity to advance to 4-0 in Week 4 against the Miami Dolphins after De’Von Achane was officially placed on IR with a season-ending ACL injury.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Vikings Predicted to Replace Kyler Murray with Shocking QB Steal

Vikings Predicted to Replace Kyler Murray with Shocking QB Steal

Tankathon’s latest 2027 NFL mock draft has Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin coming off the board at No. 31 overall, the last pick of the first round, a projection that puts a high-efficiency passer in range of teams treating 2026 as a one-year experiment under center.

Josh Oliver News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Josh Oliver's Injury Leaves the 3-0 Vikings With a Tight End Question for Week 4

Josh Oliver's Injury Leaves the 3-0 Vikings With a Tight End Question for Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings are struggling to get their offense going through the first three weeks of the season. While the defense and special teams have been dominating for head coach Kevin O’Connell, offensive achievements are few and far between for this 3-0 team.

J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / September 29
J.J. McCarthy Makes Career Decision After Giants Trade

J.J. McCarthy Makes Career Decision After Giants Trade

J.J. McCarthy is beginning the next chapter of his NFL career with the New York Giants after the team acquired him from the Minnesota Vikings. The Giants sent Minnesota a 2027 fifth-round pick for McCarthy, who was the No.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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