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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
NFL News / Stadium Rant / April 6
Minnesota Vikings 2026 Mock Draft: Trades, Steals, & Future Capital
This Minnesota Vikings 2026 mock draft includes trades. Thanks to Pro Football Network for the draft simulation tool and player stats. Thanks to Fox Sports for NFL team stats and rankings.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 6
Minnesota Vikings selecting explosive weapon at an unexpected position could solve multiple issues for Kevin O’Connell
The first round of the NFL Draft for the Minnesota Vikings is going to be a fascinating one to watch. Through 348 mock drafts, there have been 25 different players selected across 11 different positions.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / April 5
Latest On Vikings’ General Manager Search
It’s been just over three months since the Vikings parted ways with former general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, yet Minnesota still hasn’t begun the process of replacing him, per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert.
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
Stephon Gilmore News / Athlon Sports / April 5
Stephon Gilmore Hopes for One Thing, Days After Retirement Announcement
Just days after announcing his retirement, Stephon Gilmore is already thinking about what comes next. After more than a decade in the NFL that included
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 4
NFL insider comparing signing of Kyler Murray to Sam Darnold in a way you wouldn’t expect, and it makes complete sense
The quarterback position for the Minnesota Vikings was the biggest reason why they didn’t make the playoffs in 2025. The combination of J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer combined to win just nine games, and a tiebreaker kept them out.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 4
2 players Vikings must avoid picking in 2026 NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings are threading a very specific needle heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. This is a roster that has enough talent to compete, enough coaching to maximize it, and just enough holes to make every draft decision feel magnified.
Jonathan Greenard News / A to Z Sports / April 3
Latest contract extension gives Minnesota Vikings a blueprint for how to keep Jonathan Greenard long-term
The Minnesota Vikings have been open to shopping edge rusher Jonathan Greenard on the trade market. The only reason why they had been willing to is Greenard wanting a raise after two really good seasons with the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 3
Important Dates For 2026 Minnesota Vikings Revealed: Quarterback battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy set to begin
The 2026 Minnesota Vikings are going to be fascinating to watch for a multitude of reasons. After firing general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the head coach Kevin O’Connell is perceived as the man in power.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3
Vikings Reveal Dates for Offseason Workouts, Minicamps
The NFL announced offseason workout dates for all 32 teams on Friday. Things will officially start for the Vikings on Monday, April 20. Minnesota will begin OTA offseason workouts on May 26 and May 27.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 3
Vikings NFL Draft: One wide receiver prospect Minnesota could target in each round, highlighted by height-weight-speed prospects
When looking at how the NFL Draft will go for the Minnesota Vikings, there are multiple paths. They could focus on the trenches, which the fanbase has been begging for the last few years.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3
How Kyler Murray Can Help Vikings Counter the 'Justin Jefferson Program'
Every time an NFL defense prepares to play the Minnesota Vikings, the first thing on their agenda is to map out how they're going to cover Justin Jefferson.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3
Is There a Chance Caleb Downs Falls to the Vikings at Pick 18?
Much of the conversation around the Vikings' first-round pick at No. 18 overall has centered around Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman, who projects as a logical replacement for Minnesota if Harrison Smith ultimately elects to retire.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 3
NFL executives rip Cardinals for Kyler Murray decision
For a piece published on Friday, Mike Sando of The Athletic spoke with multiple unnamed NFL executives who seemed baffled by how the Cardinals handled Murray.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 3
Latest NFL Draft intel gives the Minnesota Vikings a chance at franchise changing player they didn’t have before
The Minnesota Vikings’ offseason strategy has been one of the more fascinating to follow. They entered with more than $46 million in salary cap space and had to maneuver underneath the cap and add players to the roster.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 2
Stephon Gilmore retires from the NFL as a legend
All-everything cornerback Stephon Gilmore has played his last snap in the NFL.
Stephon Gilmore News / Field Level Media / April 2
Former top defender Stephon Gilmore retires after 13 seasons
Former NFL Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore formally announced his retirement on Thursday. The five-time Pro Bowl cornerback over 13 NFL seasons didn't play in 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 2
Former Minnesota Vikings defender makes a crucial decision about his NFL future
After a disastrous series of events in the 2024 offseason at the cornerback position, the Minnesota Vikings pivoted to the free agency pool. With the loss of Mekhi Blackmon to a torn ACL and Khyree Jackson to a tragic car accident, they needed a starting caliber cornerbacks.
Stephon Gilmore News / Gridiron Heroics / April 2
5x Pro Bowler Stephon Gilmore Announces Retirement from NFL
Stephon Gilmore was one of the top cornerbacks over the last 15 years. Being able to strike fear into the opposing quarterback and lock down a top wide receiver.
Stephon Gilmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 2
Veteran CB Stephon Gilmore Officially Announces Retirement
Veteran CB Stephon Gilmore announced on his Instagram that he’s retiring from the NFL after 13 seasons in the league. Gilmore, 35, was taken with the No.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 2
What Kevin O’Connell told J.J. McCarthy about Vikings signing Kyler Murray
The perception exists that the Vikings signed quarterback Kyler Murray because head coach Kevin O’Connell views Murray as an upgrade over and an eventual replacement for McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 1
Vikings Owner Confident Minneapolis Can Land 2028 NFL Draft
Vikings owner Mark Wilf is confident that Minneapolis can land the 2028 NFL Draft, which would mark the first time the event has ever been held in the state.
Jordan Addison News / Yardbarker / March 30
Minnesota Vikings make 2027 decision on WR Jordan Addison
The Minnesota Vikings want to keep Jordan Addison around past the 2026 season.
Jonathan Greenard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 30
Kevin O’Connell Expects OLB Jonathan Greenard To Remain With Vikings
The Vikings were reportedly open to moving OLB Jonathan Greenard this offseason for salary cap purposes, as Greenard wants a market-correction to his deal but Minnesota has limited cap space at the moment.
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