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Jauan Jennings Could Be a Vikings Lost Cause If He Doesn't Capitalize on Justin Jefferson's Absence

On Friday, the Minnesota Vikings announced that superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson will sit out Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins while he recovers from an ankle injury sustained against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3.

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Vikings' Josh Metellus, Dallas Turner fined for fouls during Tampa Bay game

Vikings defender Josh Metellus and Dallas Turner have been fined by the NFL for fouls committed during last Sunday’s 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Bucanneers.

Johnny Hekker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

Vikings Elevated P Johnny Hekker

The Vikings announced that they have elevated veteran P Johnny Hekker for Week 4. Hekker, 36, signed with the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of Oregon State in 2012.

Kyler Murray News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3

Kyler Murray Needs to Be Vikings' X-Factor vs. the Dolphins

Only the Minnesota Vikings could be 3-0 under an offensive head coach with zero offense. This team continues to find new and unusual ways to keep us on the edge of our seats.

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Justin Jefferson News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Vikings Get Another Massive Injury Update on Justin Jefferson

The Minnesota Vikings are treating Justin Jefferson’s ankle as a short-term problem rather than a season-altering one, and they are hopeful the wide receiver can suit up next Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3

Confidence Meter: How I Feel About the Vikings Heading Into Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings host the Miami Dolphins in Week 4, and many fans are expecting the game to be a lopsided affair in favor of the Purple and Gold. However, this game won't be an easy win for head coach Kevin O'Connell and crew.

Brian Flores News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3

Vikings Week 4: 3 Most Important Things to Watch for as Dolphins Come to Town (Brian Flores's Revenge Edition)

The Vikings finally return home on Sunday for their first game at U.S. Bank Stadium since Week 1. They’ll welcome a winless Dolphins team struggling to find its footing.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Vikings Emerge as Possible Trade Suitor for Former 1,600-Yard RB

One analyst is pushing the Minnesota Vikings to inquire about Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal as the team works through a thin and injury-hit backfield early in the 2026 season.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Justin Jefferson Injury Update: Superstar WR has been ruled out vs. Dolphins

The Minnesota Vikings (3-0) are hoping to get their offense in gear for the first time this season when they host the Miami Dolphins (0-3), but they are not going to have their best player in the lineup.

Justin Jefferson News / TWSN / October 2

Justin Jefferson’s Absence Puts Pressure on Minnesota Vikings’ Supporting Cast

The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2026 NFL season being a bit overlooked, and so far they have made any doubters regret that with a 3-0 record. While the Vikings have had a great start, they are about to face their biggest test of the season in Week 4 as they will be without Justin Jefferson as he has been ruled out with a sprained ankle.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Vikings reward Kyle Van Noy for practice squad production with incentives

The Minnesota Vikings’ defensive line has been feasting during the early portion of the 2026 NFL campaign, recording a league-leading 14 sacks in three games.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

3 Bold Predictions for Vikings vs. Dolphins in Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to earn their fourth consecutive victory to start the season as they host the Miami Dolphins. The Vikings have not been

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Chargers Emerging as Ideal Trade Partner to Help Vikings Solve RB Depth Concerns

Not a whole lot of people had the Vikings entering October undefeated on their 2026 Bingo card, but here we are. Head coach Kevin O'Connell and his staff

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J.J. McCarthy shares first public reaction to trade from Vikings to Giants

On Friday, McCarthy offered his first public comments on that trade.

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Justin Jefferson News / Field Level Media / October 2

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) out vs. Dolphins

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson has been ruled out of Sunday's game versus the visiting Miami Dolphins due to a sprained ankle. Jefferson sustained the injury on a 10-yard reception in the first quarter of Minnesota's 23-16 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last Sunday.

Myles Price News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 2