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On YouTubeJ.J. McCarthy News / Sporting News / September 17
Kevin O'Connell shields Vikings' J.J. McCarthy from criticism following lackluster start 
The Vikings head coach defended the former Michigan Wolverine.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 17
Vikings QB updates from KOC: McCarthy, Wentz, backup vs. Bengals
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell provided some updates on the team's quarterback situation during his Wednesday press conference ahead of a Week 3 game against the Bengals.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17
Bengals vs. Vikings bold predictions for Week 3 of 2025 NFL season
The Week 3 matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and Minnesota Vikings presents an unprecedented scenario in the modern NFL. With Joe Burrow sidelined for at least three months due to a serious turf toe injury and J.J.
The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to catch at least three touchdowns in a single contest can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / September 17
Vikings will have Max Brosmer as No. 2 QB, Desmond Ridder as emergency QB Sunday
The Vikings signed Desmond Ridder to their active roster on Wednesday, but he won't be active for Sunday's game against the Bengals. Head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters on Wednesday that Ridder will be inactive as the emergency third quarterback in Week 3.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 17
Can the Vikings’ offense expose the truth about the Bengals’ defense?
While there's no question that Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins present significant problems for opposing defenses, is the Cincinnati Bengals' defense as good as the metrics suggest they are?
Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / September 17
Colin Cowherd makes bizarre comparison between training a puppy, being patient with JJ McCarthy
Colin Cowherd is willing to show some patience when it comes to training a puppy. He does not believe the Minnesota Vikings can be patient for long with second-year quarterback JJ McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / CBSSports.com / September 17
Vikings sign Desmond Ridder as QB depth behind Carson Wentz after J.J. McCarthy's injury
Minnesota is trying to shore up its QB room with McCarthy sidelined
Aaron Jones News / CBSSports.com / September 17
Aaron Jones injury update: Vikings RB heading to injured reserve, out at least four weeks
Jordan Mason is expected to receive the bulk of the carries with Jones out
25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about
As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under
Kahlef Hailassie News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17
Jaguars Sign S Kahlef Hailassie From Vikings PS
The Jacksonville Jaguars announced they have signed S Kahlef Hailassie to the roster. He was previously on Minnesota’s practice squad and takes the place
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 17
The Vikings are Facing a Double Play of Revenge in Week 3
The Vikings are soon to see Jake Browning, someone who turned in a fantastic effort in 2023 to overcome Minnesota. He’ll be looking for a repeat effort on Sunday.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 17
Vikings trading Harrison Phillips is coming back to haunt them, and it's only Week 3
When the Minnesota Vikings traded defensive tackle Harrison Phillips right before final cuts in August, it was quite the shocker. He was set to be the starting nose tackle this season and had two years remaining on his deal.
J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / September 17
J.J. McCarthy's biggest issue vs. Falcons isn't a big deal and it's easy to see why
The Minnesota Vikings are experiencing some major growing pains with their starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Sunday night was a rough one for the Vikings on many fronts.
Christian Darrisaw News / purplePTSD.com / September 17
The Christian Darrisaw Injury Timeline Needs a Specific Deadline
In Week 3, Christian Darrisaw may be on the bench. Seeing that continue into Week 4 wouldn’t make any sense at all. Placing the stud left tackle onto the IR to begin the season would have meant embracing a full four-game absence.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / September 17
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell fuels J.J. McCarthy injury questions after remarks on Carson Wentz
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell will be without second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy for two to four weeks after he suffered an ankle injury.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 17
Second Vikings Starter Lands on IR
After an incredibly hot 5-0 start a year ago, the Minnesota Vikings are 1-1, and neither of the two contests has been particularly impressive, outside of a fourth-quarter dominance against the Chicago Bears in Week 1.
Aaron Jones News / The Predictors / September 17
Aaron Jones Placed on IR, Out at least 4 weeks
Vikings starting running back Aaron Jones has officially been placed on IR and will miss a minimum of 4 weeks. Jones had exited the game against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter because of the injury and did not return.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 16
'He’s wildly capable': O’Connell backs Wentz, critiques McCarthy after ankle injury
With J.J. McCarthy set to miss the next couple weeks with an ankle injury, Kevin O'Connell is preparing Carson Wentz to take over the potentially high-powered Vikings offense.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16
Vikings to place key offensive player on IR
The Minnesota Vikings' action-packed transaction day now includes a significant IR move.
Desmond Ridder News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Vikings sign new quarterback amid recent injury
The Minnesota Vikings have added a new quarterback in the wake of J.J. McCarthy’s injury.
Cam Akers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16
Vikings reunite with veteran RB on a practice squad deal
Kevin O’Connell, who coached him from 2020-21 as Rams OC, traded for the former second-round pick in 2023 and ’24. After failing to make the Saints’ 53-man roster, he is rejoining the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16
Carson Wentz set to make NFL history in Week 3
Wentz's career hasn't taken the path it once seemed destined to, but the former MVP candidate turned journeyman is set to etch his name in the history books in Week 3.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16
Should J.J. McCarthy news raise concerns about Vikings QB's future?
After missing his rookie season because of a knee injury, he has suffered another setback.
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