Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Harrison Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Vikings Officially Signed S Harrison Smith, Made Corresponding Move

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have officially signed S Harrison Smith to his one-year deal. To make room, they placed TE Benjamin Yurosek on injured reserve. Smith, 37, is a former first-round pick of the Vikings back in 2012 out of Notre Dame.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 8

Kevin O'Connell warns defenses about Kyler Murray, talks Hitman, rising stars

Hype about the Minnesota Vikings is rapidly developing ahead of Sunday’s season opener against the Packers, and head coach Kevin O’Connell raised expectations higher.

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Kyler Murray News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 8

How Kyler Murray Can Squash Any Lingering Concerns in Vikings' 2026 Opener

The Vikings kick off their season against the Packers in less than a week, and with a new season comes a new veteran starting quarterback. But he's not like anyone else the team has had before.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 8

From Jefferson to Price: Predicting Every Vikings WR's Usage vs. the Packers in Week 1

When looking at the Vikings roster for the 2026 NFL season, it's difficult not to notice the huge amount of talent the team boasts at wide receiver. New starting quarterback Kyler Murray should be excited about having so many quality targets to throw the ball to.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Minnesota Vikings continue to be doubted going into 2026 season, and it’s rooted in the power rankings

Talking about the Minnesota Vikings going into the 2026 season has been a fascinating discussion, and it continues to be so. Despite a lot of hype surrounding the Minnesota Vikings going into the 2026 season, the national media isn’t quite there yet.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

La Canfora: Vikings Could Seek Conditional Pick To Trade J.J. McCarthy

According to Jason La Canfora, the Vikings are expected to seek playing time conditions on a pick coming back in any potential trade involving QB J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 8

Early Vikings' Superlative Predictions for the 2026 Season (MVP to ROTY and Everything in Between)

The new-look Vikings are eager to put their disappointing 2025 season behind them and show that this season will be much different. A new starting quarterback, refreshed roster and strong preseason performance should put a pep in the Purple and Gold's step.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Harrison Smith’s Return Makes the Vikings a Serious Contender

Turns out Aaron Donald isn’t the only elite defensive player making a triumphant return from retirement to play in the NFL this season. Donald’s return to the Los Angeles Rams after two years out of football got all the attention, but safety Harrison Smith’s return to the Minnesota Vikings might be just as important.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 8

Vikings' Week 1 Clash With Packers Is the Perfect Season-Opening Test

You couldn’t ask for a much better opponent for the Vikings to open their season than the Packers. Talk about a game with extra juice and potential repercussions for the battle for the NFC North. It was also 10 years ago that the Vikings opened U.S.

Harrison Smith News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7

When Vikings’ Harrison Smith expects to make his 2026 debut

If loyalty had a face, it would look like Harrison Smith. He will enter his 15th season with the Minnesota Vikings after signing a one-year contract worth $12.25 million on Saturday.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Vikings Announce Kyler Murray Decision Before Packers Clash

The Minnesota Vikings have formally recognized the players their locker room trusts most, naming eight season-long captains for 2026 after a team-wide vote heading into their season opener against the Green Bay Packers this Sunday.

Domonique Orange News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

3 Vikings Rookies Ready to Make a Week 1 Impact (Including Domonique Orange)

Starting your NFL career with a home game against your team’s biggest rival in the prime afternoon slate isn’t the most common entrance into the NFL, but the Vikings’ rookie class will experience just that on Sunday.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Vikings RB Slapped With NFL Punishment Before Packers Game

The Minnesota Vikings enter a new chapter this fall with Kyler Murray under center, a change that has given the franchise a fresh sense of possibility after years of quarterback turnover.

Harrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

Why Harrison Smith’s Vikings Return Is More Than Just a Nostalgia Signing

While residents of Minnesota were enjoying their last Saturday of the summer, news of legendary safety Harrison Smith’s Vikings return broke in the most on-brand possible way.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

Predicting the Vikings' Inactive Player List vs. Packers in Week 1

For each game of the 2026 season, the Vikings and the other 31 NFL teams are allowed to have 48 active players. That means that, out of the 53-man roster, at least five players must be declared inactive.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 7

Projecting the Vikings' Week 1 starters — and the backups poised to play the most

Week 1 of the NFL’s 2026-27 regular season has arrived, but we’re still waiting for the Minnesota Vikings’ official depth chart. We have a pretty good idea of what it’ll look like, so let’s take a look at the projected starters on offense and defense — and get a glimpse of the backups who could play a lot.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 7

Minnesota Vikings make really smart roster move to fortify their weakest position on the roster

It’s been a position that’s been the focus of the Minnesota Vikings media for quite some time, and it finally feels addressed. The edge rusher position has been one spot that the Minnesota Vikings had questions at the entire offseason.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

3 Free Agents Vikings Still Have Time to Sign Before Week 1 (Depth Is Still Available)

Free agent signings don't have to break the bank or make headlines to make the Minnesota Vikings a better team. Adding quality players at a reasonable price can add depth to a roster and raise the talent floor during the long, arduous season.

Kenny Dyson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7

Vikings Re-Signing OLB Kenny Dyson

According to Alec Lewis, the Vikings are re-signing OLB Kenny Dyson to the practice squad. Minnesota had just released Dyson from injured reserve with

Jordan Addison News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

3 Reasons Why Jordan Addison Will Be the Vikings' X-Factor vs. Packers in Week 1

After months of waiting, the Vikings open their 2026 regular season at home against the Packers on Sunday. There always seems to be a little more on the line when the NFC North rival to the east comes to town, and Purple and Gold fans should expect nothing less this time around.

Harrison Smith News / Yardbarker / September 5

Veteran safety agrees to incentive laden deal to return to Vikings

A week away from the start of the Minnesota Vikings 2026 season, the franchise's longest tenured player has finally made a decision about his future.

Six-time Pro Bowl S Harrison Smith returns to Vikings

Harrison Smith lands new contract after 14 seasons with the Vikings

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 5

Mac Jones leads list of potential Browns QB trade targets

Following one of the most underwhelming quarterback competitions in recent NFL history, Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken chose Deshaun Watson to be his QB1. But have the Browns finished looking?

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NFL insider sounds work ethic alarms about Vikings' Kyler Murray

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