Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jakobe Thomas News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 30

Vikings Still Need Jakobe Thomas in Week 8 Lineup Despite Recent Safety Success

The Minnesota Vikings finally saw the safety duo of Harrison Smith and Josh Metellus step up last week against the Indianapolis Colts, but those two players have struggled to be effective during the 2026 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Vikings rumors: Minnesota calling around for help at 2 skill positions before trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings are one of the most pleasant surprises in the NFL this season. Minnesota is 6-0 to start the season thanks in large part to the elite play of their defense.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 30

3 Make or Break Players for Vikings in Week 8 vs. Lions

The Minnesota Vikings are going to have to raise their level of play when they go to Ford Field in Detroit and take on their division-rival Lions. Dan Campbell’s Lions remain a dangerous team and they come into this game with a 4-2 record, and they find themselves two games behind the 6-0 Vikings.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / EssentiallySports / October 30

'I Lost $6 Million': Vikings Veteran QB Reveals How the 2005 Minnesota Incident Cost Him Heavily

When a single night on a boat ends up costing a quarterback endorsement deals, the effects reach beyond the football field. That’s the case for Minnesota Vikings former QB Daunte Culpepper, who says the 2005 Vikings boat party, which he first heard about from his sports information contact, cost him $6 million in endorsements.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Aaron Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Vikings’ Aaron Jones returns to practice with knee injury before pivotal Lions clash

The Minnesota Vikings received encouraging news regarding running back Aaron Jones ahead of their Week 8 matchup against the Detroit Lions, as the veteran returned to practice Thursday despite dealing with a knee injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Vikings grab sleeper QB prospect to replace Kyler Murray in latest ClutchPoints’ 2027 NFL Mock Draft

The Minnesota Vikings have a chance to bolster the quarterback room aside from Kyler Murray with young talents for the long term. There is one player in question that could be on their radar.

Justin Jefferson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Being 6-0 helping Vikings’ Justin Jefferson put on good face during worst start of career

It doesn’t take extreme math to figure out the Minnesota Vikings have a Justin Jefferson problem. They need to get him the ball if they want to keep their undefeated run going.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Vikings Have Legitimate Shot to Play 'Lack of Respect Card' After Fox Host Insult

The call for respect is a constant in professional sports locker rooms. When a coach is trying to rally his team and get his players to maximize their effort, he may pray for an opponent or media member’s insult to provide just a little more juice to motivate his team.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 29

Two players back at practice, one new DNP on Vikings' Thursday injury report

Running back Aaron Jones and left guard Joe Huber returned to the practice field on Thursday after sitting out the Vikings’ first session of the week. Both are dealing with knee injuries.

Kirk Cousins News / Viral Sports News / October 29

Vikings, Kirk Cousins Rumors Have Received Clear Update

During a recent episode of Inside Football, Trey Wingo pitched the idea of the Minnesota Vikings trading for Kirk Cousins, and former Vikings receiver Cris Carter quickly shot the suggestion down.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 29

3 Bold Vikings Predictions as Heading Into NFC North Collision vs. Lions in Week 8

Just like that, the November gauntlet is here. Your 6-0 Vikings head to Detroit this weekend to battle the 4-2 Lions for the first time since their Christmas matchup last season.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Is This a Trap Game for Vikings Against the Lions?

When the Minnesota Vikings go to Ford Field in Detroit Sunday, they are going to attempt to extend their two-season winning streak to 12 games and go 7-0 in the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 29

Splashy trades from NFC powers add pressure on Vikings to keep pace

The Seahawks traded for Quenton Nelson. The 49ers traded for DeForest Buckner. And on Thursday morning, the Bears made the biggest splash yet by trading two first-round picks to the Titans for Jeffery Simmons, who has been arguably the best defensive tackle in the NFL so far this season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / October 29

Vikings’ Star Running Back Trade Plans Face Blunt Reality Check

Tom Pelissero of Netflix and The Ringer said on KFAN 100.3 this week that the Minnesota Vikings should not be expected to land Saquon Barkley or Jonathan Taylor before the Nov.

Jonathan Taylor News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Tom Pelissero sends Vikings warning about any Jonathan Taylor trade hype

The Minnesota Vikings could be active ahead of the NFL trade deadline, but a blockbuster deal for Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor does not appear likely.

Jonathan Taylor News / Bring Me The News / October 29

Report: RB is Vikings' top need, but 'don't hold your breath' for Saquon or Taylor

Maybe Tom Pelissero has inside information, or maybe he was just using logic when he said fans shouldn’t hold their breath waiting for the Vikings to trade for Saquon Barkley or Jonathan Taylor.

Jared Goff News / Yardbarker / October 29

Jared Goff is closing in on a rare NFL milestone as Lions face Vikings

Goff's numbers are particularly impressive because he has maintained his ball security while remaining a productive part of Detroit's offense.

Numbers show just how dominant Lions' Jared Goff was against Packers

Lions trending in right direction in latest NFL power rankings

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more

The '2015 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Justin Jefferson News / Yardbarker / October 28

Justin Jefferson has healthy attitude about his low production amid Vikings' 6-0 start

Justin Jefferson certainly wishes his numbers would look a lot better, but the number he's most focused on right now is the six by the Minnesota Vikings in the standings.

ESPN senior writer believes Vikings have a historic defense

Vikings and Kyler Murray get best news ever in updated NFL power rankings

Jonathan Taylor trade destinations: Which 5 contenders should pursue star running back?

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

Devin Culp News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Vikings Make Three Practice Squad Moves

The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed TEs Devin Culp and Bryson Nesbit to the practice squad and placed WR Michael Briscoe on the practice squad’s

Jauan Jennings News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Will the Vikings Trade Jauan Jennings? His Role in Minnesota Makes Him a Deadline Candidate

Minnesota keeps winning without much from its passing game, and one of the receivers it signed to help has barely been part of it. Jauan Jennings has four catches for 43 yards on eight targets for the 6-0 Vikings, according to his PFF page, not enough snaps for PFF to give him a grade.

Minnesota Vikings News / Lindy's Sports / October 28

Vikings' improbable run takes them to the top

Unless you’re a football nerd, the 2026 Minnesota Vikings aren’t fun to watch, but despite their lack of ¨wow¨ factor, the Vikings sit alone atop the standings at 6-0, remaining unbeaten in a season that very few expected to play out like this.