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Meet the 3 cornerbacks you'll see as frequent Vikings mock draft picks

If you click on a 2026 NFL mock draft and scroll to see the Vikings' projected pick at No. 18 overall, there's a solid chance it'll be a cornerback. And specifically, one of three cornerbacks who are expected to go somewhere in the middle of the first round.

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Are we sure Kevin O'Connell deserves the 'offensive guru' label?

Kevin O'Connell arrived in Minnesota in February 2022, fresh off a Super Bowl victory with the Rams, with a reputation as a Sean McVay-trained offensive guru.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 16

Insider can’t find anyone willing to say Vikings won't chase a superstar QB

What are the odds that the Vikings trade for a bona fide star quarterback like Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow this offseason? While the chances might be slim, there are at least two Vikings insiders who aren't ruling out a blockbuster move.

Jordan Addison News / A to Z Sports / January 16

Vikings 7-Round NFL Mock Draft: Jordan Addison's latest legal troubles shift Kwesi Adofo Mensah's strategy in a significant way

The NFL Draft is coming faster than we think. Sure, it's three months away, and a lot will change until then, but that will pass more quickly than we realize.

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The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least one 4,000-passing-yard season on their resume can you name in 10 minutes?

The 'Passing leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard playoff rusher by team' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 15

Breaking down the Vikings' 3 broad offseason options at quarterback

Kevin O'Connell and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah are clearly aware that quarterback play was the Vikings' undoing in 2026. They were good enough on defense to be a playoff team, but their offense — and specifically their passing game — didn't get the job done.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / January 15

NFL Draft expert's latest projections for Minnesota Vikings raise serious questions about the future for T.J. Hockenson

The Minnesota Vikings have a bevy of salary cap issues to address this offseason, with tight end T.J. Hockenson being the biggest of those. Hockenson had his stats down this year due to the offensive line issues, as the Vikings used him to chip defenders.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah found potential superstar north of the border, and it could pay major dividends next season

With the 2026 offseason here, the Minnesota Vikings have a lot of questions to answer. They are still waiting to see if Brian Flores will return as the defensive coordinator.

Adam Thielen News / Yardbarker / January 14

Adam Thielen had a legendary career for an undrafted free agent

Adam Thielen put together a legendary career for an undrafted free agent

Adam Thielen is calling it a career after 13 seasons. Thielen, who most recently played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, revealed on social media that he's hanging up his cleats.

WR Adam Thielen retires: 'What a ride it has been!'

Art Rooney II, Steelers begin first coaching search since 2007

The 25 best NFL nicknames of all-time

The 'NFL active receiving leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Jordan Addison News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14

New details emerge regarding Jordan Addison’s arrest

New details have come to light regarding Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison’s arrest for trespassing. According to a police report, Addison caused a disturbance early Monday morning at the Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Fla.

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The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Brian Flores News / Yardbarker / January 14

Vikings DC Brian Flores could be the best choice to fill the Steelers HC vacancy

Is Flores the right choice for the Steelers?

Mike Tomlin's Steelers tenure was massive success, but both sides needed change

Mike Tomlin has reportedly made final decision about coaching in 2026 after Steelers exit

Mike Tomlin departure must force Steelers to commit to full rebuild

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

Adam Thielen News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 14

Vikings legend Adam Thielen officially announces retirement from NFL

Longtime former Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen has officially decided to call it a career and retire from the NFL after 13 years, he announced on Instagram on Wednesday.

J.J. McCarthy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Vikings Says There 'Has To Be' Competition For J.J. McCarthy In 2026

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell and GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah addressed reporters in their season-ending press conference to break down what went wrong in 2025.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 14

2026 NFL Draft: Talented sleeper cornerback would be perfect fit for Minnesota Vikings and Brian Flores can maximize his ability

One of the positions that you should draft every year is cornerback. For the Minnesota Vikings and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, it's been a brutal position.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

Familiar face projected to replace Mike Tomlin as Steelers HC

Tomlin stepped down after 19 consecutive winning seasons.

Will Mike Tomlin coach in 2026 after stepping away from Steelers?

Steelers' latest playoff loss places Mike Tomlin among worst postseason coaches ever

Does Mike Tomlin already have a new job lined up for him?

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

Jordan Addison News / Pro Football Rumors / January 14

Vikings WR Jordan Addison Arrested On Trespassing Charge

Seminole Indian Police arrested Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison on a misdemeanor trespassing charge, according to ESPN.com’s Kevin Seifert. The arrest occurred Monday morning in Tampa.

Brian Flores News / Pro Football Rumors / January 14

Vikings’ ‘No. 1 Priority’ Will Be Retaining DC Brian Flores

Brian Flores is a coaching free agent. While the Vikings have wanted to extend their three-year defensive coordinator, no deal has emerged. Minnesota has seen HC and DC interest come Flores’ way as this year’s coaching carousel starts.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / January 14

Vikings Expect QB Competition In 2026

Although he missed his entire rookie campaign with a torn meniscus in his right knee, Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy entered 2025 as the team’s unquestioned starter.

Jordan Addison News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14

Vikings WR Jordan Addison arrested in Florida

Addison is once again dealing with off-field trouble during the offseason.

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah gives huge hint of what's to come for J.J. McCarthy

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell addresses J.J. McCarthy, QB room

Vikings’ ‘No. 1 Priority’ Will Be Retaining DC Brian Flores

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / January 13

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell addresses J.J. McCarthy, QB room

Shortly after GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah gave a huge hint about McCarthy's future, head coach Kevin O'Connell spoke about McCarthy and the team's quarterback room as a whole.

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah gives huge hint of what's to come for J.J. McCarthy

Vikings Confident Brian Flores Will Be Back As DC

Jets Request DC Interview With Vikings’ Daronte Jones

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Starting NFL QBs in 2025-26' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / January 13

Vikings GM gives huge hint of what's to come for J.J. McCarthy

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah gives huge hint of what's to come for J.J. McCarthy

Injuries limited McCarthy to just 10 starts during the 2025 campaign, and he exited Minnesota's Week 18 game early due to a hand issue.

Robert Saleh and four other under-the-radar NFL head-coaching candidates to watch out for

The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl

The 'NFL receiving yards-per-game leaders' quiz

Brian Flores News / NFL Analysis Network / January 13

Why the Vikings expect Brian Flores to stay: data shows his defense already wins every week

Brian Flores turned Minnesota’s defense from a liability into one of the NFL’s most efficient units. The Vikings’ staff expects him to stay unless a head coaching offer arrives, and the numbers explain why they want no change at all.