Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jefferson, Wentz say 'confidence' and better execution needed after red zone struggles

The Vikings were awful in the red zone in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Eagles, converting on just one of six chances when inside the 20-yard line. That loss dropped the Vikings back to .500 just ahead of a short week, in which they'll travel to Los Angeles to take on the Chargers on Thursday Night Football.

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Vikings Designate RB Aaron Jones To Return From IR

Per the wire, the Vikings have designated RB Aaron Jones to return from injured reserve by opening his 21-day practice window following a hamstring injury.

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The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw two touchdowns in a game on 55 different occasions can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing-touchdown leaders' quiz

The 'Most TD catches in an NFL debut' quiz

The 'Oldest 300-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 21

Eagles DC Vic Fangio credits unsung hero for brutal Carson Wentz pick-six

The Minnesota Vikings suffered another frustrating defeat in Week 7, losing 28-22 to the Philadelphia Eagles in what was supposed to be Carson Wentz’s big revenge game.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 21

Aaron Jones update is good news for Vikings' rushing attack

Aaron Jones update is good news for Vikings' sputtering rushing attack

Running the ball could soon become much easier for the Minnesota Vikings.

TJ Hockenson had harsh words for referees after his diving TD catch was overturned

Five worst Week 7 performances: Three benched QBs may have played themselves out of starting roles

NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Chiefs, Eagles shine; Mike McDaniel's seat scorching

Who is the greatest all-time running back from every NFL team?

The 'Last 1,000-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Vikings announce Week 8 quarterback plans

With Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy continuing to deal with a high ankle sprain, Carson Wentz will make his fifth straight start in Week 8.

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The '2016 Week 1 starting NFL quarterbacks' quiz

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

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The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Not Ready For Week 8, Carson Wentz Will Start Again

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will not be ready to play Week 8 as he recovers from an ankle sprain, and QB Carson Wentz will get another start.

Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / October 21

Kevin O'Connell makes Vikings starting quarterback announcement for Week 8

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has announced who the team's starting quarterback will be for the Thursday night game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 8.

Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Talk / October 21

Could Max Brosmer get the start for the Vikings on Thursday night?

It's a short week, and the Vikings could be shorthanded at quarterback. Both J.J. McCarthy (ankle) and Carson Wentz (left shoulder) were listed as limited participants in a Monday practice that didn't actually happen.

Isaiah Rodgers News / Field Level Media / October 20

Vikings 'disgusted' at racist comments directed at CB Isaiah Rodgers

The Minnesota Vikings released a statement saying they are disgusted at the racial slurs directed at cornerback Isaiah Rodgers on social media after Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

NFL panic meter: Should Commanders, Chargers be worried?

The season is starting to turn for a few NFL teams that entered the season with playoff expectations. Which ones should be worried, and which should hold off on pressing the panic button?

NFL Week 7 winners, losers

Worst Week 7 performances

Chargers TE Oronde Gadsden II leads list of standout rookies from Week 7

Week 7 fantasy football takeaways

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

T.J. Hockenson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

TJ Hockenson had harsh words for referees after his diving TD catch was overturned

Minnesota Vikings tight end TJ Hockenson did not hide his feelings Sunday after his critical touchdown catch was wiped out by NFL replay review. Hockenson

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Chiefs, Eagles shine; Mike McDaniel's seat scorching

With most of the NFL's Week 7 schedule in the books, it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from around the league.

Chiefs prove that they are still the team to beat in AFC after shutout win

Jalen Hurts posts perfect passer rating as Eagles snap skid

Drake Maye makes Patriots history by breaking this Tom Brady record

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb makes Week 7 return with a bang

Bears defense does its job against Saints to keep winning streak going

'SNF' takeaways: Vintage performance from Christian McCaffrey lifts 49ers

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 19

Vikings have discovered a new way to defend the tush push

NFL teams have spent several years trying to figure out ways to stop the Philadelphia Eagles from converting in short-yardage situations with the tush push, and the Minnesota Vikings employed a new strategy in Week 7.

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Justin Jefferson faked out Vikings GM with great prank

Justin Jefferson faked out his own general manager with a great prank. NFL on Amazon Prime’s X account shared a video on Thursday of the trick they pulled on Kwesi Adofo-Mensah using Jefferson.