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Vikings Verdict: Judging Offensive Line, J.J. McCarthy & Other Overreactions Entering Week 5

The Vikings remain just one of three undefeated teams after a win against the Dolphins, but plenty of questions remain. While certain groups are pulling their weight, others are falling short, and the Purple and Gold are still searching for the elusive complementary football.

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O'Connell reveals there was more than a win on the line with Hockenson's slide

Days after the game-sealing slide, T.J. Hockenson’s decision to forgo scoring a touchdown for a simple slide is still a hot-button topic. Gamblers were left fuming, while some Vikings fans questioned the decision.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell makes bold statement about direction of the franchise, and it’s about time

People have been calling for the Vikings to make this change, and head coach Kevin O’Connell has obliged their wishes. All eyes have been on the Minnesota Vikings’ offense over the last few weeks.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Kevin O’Connell is making a significant adjustment for Vikings QB Kyler Murray, and it’s been in plain sight the whole time

The idea that Kevin O’Connell doesn’t adapt his scheme to his quarterbacks has no merit, and there’s proof from Sunday’s game. The Minnesota Vikings’ offense is one of the hottest topics in the entire NFL.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw the most touchdowns through the first four weeks of a season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 2015-16 leading passers by team' quiz

The 'Active 300-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

Justin Jefferson News / HITC / October 7

Pat McAfee says what Justin Jefferson is doing behind the scenes is ‘not fair’ on other teams

Justin Jefferson missed Sunday’s game for the Minnesota Vikings due to a sprained ankle issue, which could see him also miss this weekend’s game ahead of their Bye Week.

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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.

Stephen A Smith News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Vikings Crack Stephen A. Smith’s Top 5 NFL Teams Following Dream Start

The Minnesota Vikings are 4-0, joining the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers as the NFL’s remaining undefeated teams. Minnesota has not always looked dominant, but it has found a way to win every week.

Minnesota Vikings News / Lindy's Sports / October 6

Vikings at 4-0 Have a Touchdown Problem — The Record Books Noticed

The Minnesota Vikings are 4-0. They also haven’t scored a touchdown in two of those four games. Only two teams in NFL history have done both, and both were the Chicago Cardinals in the early 1920s.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Minnesota Vikings are in a fascinating spot with the running back room, and a trade could put them over the top

With injuries defining the running back room, the Minnesota Vikings could turn to the trade market for an immediate contributor. The Minnesota Vikings are in a tricky spot with their running back room.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right vs. the Dolphins (And What It Means Moving Forward)

The Vikings are 4-0, but online discourse about their offensive struggles suggests they’re one of the most confusing teams in the league. The team’s current situation is complicated, to say the least.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley continues to shake up the roster, with multiple moves raising intriguing questions

Over the first few months of GM Nolan Teasley’s tenure, he has not been afraid to shake up the back end of the roster. The Minnesota Vikings have depth concerns across the roster, and the front office keeps using the practice squad to address them.

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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.

Donovan Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Vikings Announced Six Moves, Placed G Donovan Jackson On IR

The Vikings announced six moves on Tuesday, including placing G Donovan Jackson on season-ending injured reserve due to a torn meniscus that will require surgery.

Justin Herbert News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Vikings’ Justin Herbert Trade Buzz Gains Steam in Stunning Twist

The Minnesota Vikings did not spend the last week rewriting their quarterback room by accident. After moving J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings sit with a starter and a backup both tied to one-year deals in Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

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Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / October 6

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson watching film with Randy Moss, might rest with bye looming

Having a Lamborghini in the garage might make sense only to an owner tasked with keeping such a prized investment safe. In similar context, the Vikings

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

Vikings Rookie Report Card: Grading 2026 Draft Picks After First Month of the Season

Drafted by interim general manager Rob Brzezinski, the Vikings' 2026 rookie class is certainly a unique one. The production hasn't been huge early on, but there's still been plenty to like from a class that figures to only get better as the NFL season goes on.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Undefeated Vikings Have not Gained Much Ground in Week 5 Power Rankings

The Minnesota Vikings may be going into their Week 5 game with the New Orleans Saints as one of just three undefeated teams in the NFL, but they are clearly an incomplete team according to Power Rankings delivered by some of the major websites.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6

'Red Zone of joint practices': Did Pat McAfee and Kevin O'Connell leak the NFL's future preseason plan?

Preseason games are as meaningless as ever, with star players regularly sitting out to avoid injuries that could be catastrophic to their team’s regular season and playoff hopes.

Eric Wilson News / Bring Me The Sports / October 6

NFL referees cry foul over suspension after incident with Vikings' Eric Wilson

The NFL Referees Association has spoken out against the suspension of two officials on Monday following a pair of highly publicized incidents, one including Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 6

One Fix Vikings Need to Make Heading into Week 5 vs. Saints

NFL coaches are often at their most productive levels when they see their team come off a victory but have committed multiple errors that have to be corrected.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell’s offense is so close to figuring it out, with Kyler Murray slowly getting more comfortable

The Minnesota Vikings are 4-0 with an offense near the bottom of the league, and Sunday’s fourth quarter offered real signs of life. There’s no shortage of panic surrounding the Minnesota Vikings offense right now.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

NFL makes decision on officials in McBride, Wilson incidents

NFL makes decision on officials in Trey McBride, Eric Wilson incidents

The NFL finished its review of two Sunday incidents between officials and players on Monday, less than 24 hours after the NFL Players Association demanded the league hold officials to the same standard as players.

Aaron Glenn sends message to Jets fans after ugly loss to Bears

Why Buccaneers may, may not make Todd Bowles move after Week 5

Packers could use some more from HC Matt LaFleur

Many Broncos fans want HC Sean Payton to strip OC of play-calling

Dan Campbell shares update on DC Kelvin Sheppard

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh shares Mike McDaniel job security update

Donovan Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

Vikings G Donovan Jackson To Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery

The Vikings are still undefeated at this point, but they will be notably shorthanded along the offensive line moving forward. Guard Donovan Jackson is out for the remainder of the year.

Justin Jefferson News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Could Return In Week 5

OCTOBER 4: Seifert’s colleague Jeremy Fowler reports (video link) there is optimism Jefferson will be able to return to the lineup next week. He did not practice leading up to today’s contest, but Fowler adds the opposite is expected for the coming days.

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 4

NFL referee goes off on Vikings player in bizarre moment

The referees in the NFL might be losing their patience. Well, at least one. During the game on Sunday between the Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins, referee Adrian Hill was involved in an incident with Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.