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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 4
What We Learned: Minnesota Vikings continue to win ugly, with reasons to be excited and concerned
Once again, the Minnesota Vikings found a way to win in an ugly manner, and it’s hopefully coming to an end. It did not feel pretty, and there are still a lot of issues to iron out.
Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 4
Vikings’ Kyler Murray calls out ‘unacceptable’ issue that plagued Minnesota in Week 4
The Minnesota Vikings’ passing game had to improvise in Week 4 with Justin Jefferson out against a hungry Miami Dolphins team. Vikings LB Eric Wilson became caught up in controversy involving a referee on a wild day that included a 15-10 Vikings home win and wrapped up with Kyler Murray comments on a nagging issue plaguing his team.
T.J. Hockenson News / Bring Me The Sports / October 4
T.J. Hockenson's decision to slide instead of scoring TD was the correct one
T.J. Hockenson caught the pass, his 13th of the day, and saw the purple paint of the end zone out in front of him. He could have easily scored what would’ve been just the Vikings’ second offensive touchdown in their last three games.
The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?
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.
Eric Wilson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4
NFC Notes: D’Andre Swift, Eric Wilson, Bears, Packers, Vikings
The Bears signed RB D’Andre Swift to a three-year, $33.75 million contract extension on September 12, with $26 million guaranteed, including $20.5 million in new money guarantees and $19.19 million fully guaranteed at signing through an $8 million signing bonus and his 2026 and 2027 salaries.
Christian Darrisaw News / Bring Me The Sports / October 4
Vikings await update after Christian Darrisaw suffers 2 injuries against Dolphins
Christian Darrisaw was knocked out of the Vikings’ 15-10 win over the Dolphins twice on Sunday, the second injury finishing his day. Darrisaw left the game in the second quarter with a neck injury.
NFL News / Field Level Media / October 4
Vikings improve to 4-0 with 5 FGs, keep Dolphins winless
T.J. Hockenson had 13 receptions for 119 yards, and the Minnesota Vikings held on for a 15-10 win over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.
Kyler Murray News / Bring Me The News / October 4
Vikings-Dolphins reaction: Refs steal the show and what's wrong with Kyler Murray?
The Vikings remain unbeaten but far from perfect after a 15-10 win over the Dolphins on Sunday. You can read Will Ragatz’s full game story here, while this story focuses on how the refs stole the spotlight and why Kyler Murray couldn’t get out of trouble in the pocket.
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.
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.
Donovan Jackson News / Bring Me The Sports / October 4
Vikings guard Donovan Jackson injured in first half against Dolphins
Vikings starting left guard Donovan Jackson, the team’s first-round pick in 2025, exited Sunday’s game against the Dolphins in the first quarter. He has a knee injury and will not return to the game, per the team.
Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / October 4
Justin Jefferson Injury Update: Is the Star Vikings WR Playing Against the Dolphins?
Justin Jefferson has continued his prolific play so far during the start of the 2026 NFL regular season. Jefferson matched his entire touchdown production from last year in Week 1 alone, hauling in two touchdowns on eight catches for 92 yards.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 4
Vikings Inactives: Who’s In, Who’s Out for Week 4 vs. Dolphins
The Minnesota Vikings are 3-0 winning all the eight games dating back to last season. The Miami Dolphins, meanwhile, are 0-3 and still searching for their first win of 2026.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 4
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 4: Kyler Murray, Aaron Jones, T.J. Hockenson
The Minnesota Vikings go into Week 4 with two primary assignments. The first — and most important — is to extend their season-opening winning streak to four victories in a row by gaining a victory over the struggling Miami Dolphins.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 4
Vikings Week 4 injury report vs. Dolphins: What it means for fantasy football
Justin Jefferson is out, which makes Jordan Addison a must-start receiver and Aaron Jones a key part of Minnesota’s offense in Week 4. The Minnesota Vikings enter their home game against the Dolphins without their top receiver.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 4
Vikings vs. Dolphins: Who Wins and Why in Week 4
Minnesota has as good of a chance as any to improve to 4-0 this Sunday as they take on the 0-3 Miami Dolphins. It's the classic trap game, as Miami does actually posses some competency in certain areas, but the Vikings will likely be licking their chops in this one.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 3
Vikings offense needs to take small but significant steps vs. Dolphins in Week 4
At some point this year head coach Kevin O’Connell will have a full offensive complement to work with and the Vikings will be able to deliver their full offensive game plan.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 3
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.
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.
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 / Yardbarker / October 3
J.J. McCarthy shares first public reaction to trade from Vikings to Giants
On Friday, McCarthy offered his first public comments on that trade.
Justin Jefferson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2
Vikings Rule Out Three For Week 4, Including WR Justin Jefferson
The Minnesota Vikings announced they ruled out WR Justin Jefferson, CB Charles Demmings, and P Brett Thorson for Week 4. It’s a tough break for Minnesota
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Giants OC Matt Nagy reveals J.J. McCarthy plan as Jameis Winston starts
The perception exists that first-year Giants head coach John Harbaugh will eventually want to see McCarthy take in-game snaps before Week 18 wraps up.
J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report details why Vikings picked J.J. McCarthy over Aaron Rodgers, McCarthy's Minnesota downfall
Why did the Vikings pass on Aaron Rodgers? And how did things go off the rails for McCarthy in Minnesota?
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