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Jay Ward News / A to Z Sports / September 30
Talented Minnesota Vikings player earns award that eases one person’s hot seat and paints a bright picture for Kevin O’Connell
Player of the Week awards have become commonplace for the Minnesota Vikings, and it’s already the second one of the year. The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0, and their best unit might not even be the defense.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30
Vikings rumors: What led Minnesota to blow it so badly by trading up for J.J. McCarthy instead of Bo Nix
The Minnesota Vikings were initially hesitant to trade for veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers due to concerns about how he would fit in the locker room.
The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?
J.J. McCarthy News / TWSN / September 30
JJ McCarthy to the Giants Could Be a Perfect Fit
The New York Giants acquired former No. 10 overall pick JJ McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a fifth round pick in the 2027 draft. McCarthy was demoted to a third-string quarterback and was the odd man out on the Vikings behind Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz.
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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30
Vikings rumors: Potential J.J. McCarthy trade request helped put stop to Aaron Rodgers pursuit
The Minnesota Vikings recently shook things up by trading quarterback JJ McCarthy to the New York Giants in exchange for future draft compensation. The move comes amid the team’s hot 3-0 start to the season, with Kyler Murray recently returning to the lineup after suffering a concussion in Week 1.
Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 30
No need to protect Jefferson as he must remain on the field for Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings took the dramatic step of adding veteran quarterback Kyler Murray in the offseason. Head coach Kevin O’Connell came to the conclusion by the end of last season that J.J.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 30
6 Truths About the Minnesota Vikings Heading Into Week 4 vs. Miami Dolphins
The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0, and almost none of it has come easily. They closed with 29 straight points to beat the Green Bay Packers in Week 1, ground out a 9-3 win in Chicago and beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-16 on Sunday.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
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
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
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.
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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
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
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 30
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
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 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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30
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.
Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 30
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
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.
J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 30
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?
Josh Oliver News / Athlon Sports / September 29
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.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 29
Minnesota Vikings suddenly acquire former 1,200-yard RB
The Minnesota Vikings are adding another running back.
Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29
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
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
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
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost again on Sunday, dropping a 23-16 decision to the Minnesota Vikings.
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