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NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 6

Vikings' Snap Count vs. Dolphins: Biggest Winners, Losers & Role Changes in Week 4

The Vikings defeated the Dolphins on Sunday to remain one of three undefeated teams in the NFL. The 15-10 victory at U.S. Bank Stadium was far from pretty, but the Purple and Gold figured out a way to get the win, and that's all that matters.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell has fascinating dilemma ahead of him, and it will alter the rest of 2026 season

The Minnesota Vikings have some interesting decisions ahead of them with the injury to Donovan Jackson. The Minnesota Vikings have serious questions to answer on the offensive line going into their Week 5 matchup against the New Orleans Saints.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

ESPN insider pats himself on back for prediction that Vikings’ Kyler Murray would stink

The Minnesota Vikings have been on an impressive stretch, pillaging the NFL for a 4-0 record despite their subpar offense. The Vikings beat the Miami Dolphins, 15-10, on Sunday, even without scoring a touchdown.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Vikings Week 5 Power Rankings Roundup: Where does Minnesota Sit After a 4-0 Start

The Minnesota Vikings beat the Miami Dolphins 15-10 in Week 4 to remain undefeated. It was another defensive battle, with Will Reichard making all five field goals while the Vikings’ defense kept the Dolphins from taking control.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Nine wins in a row means the Vikings are doing something right

The Minnesota Vikings are a franchise that has started every season with high hopes of rising to the top of the football world. It is a franchise that has seen every season end in disappointment.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Vikings will go forward with a retooled offensive line following Week 4 injuries

When the Minnesota Vikings take the field at the Superdome in Week 5 against the New Orleans Saints, they are almost certain to have a new left side of the offensive line.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 5

Harmon's Longship Week 4: Key Takeaways as Vikings Start 4-0 After Successful Dolphin Hunt

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Say what you will about how they’ve gotten here, but the Vikings are a perfect 4-0 to start their 2026 campaign. They emerged victorious once again on Sunday after defending their home shores from a feisty pack of Dolphins in a 15-10 victory.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 5

Hockenson, Jones take high road in response to fans booing Vikings' offense

On several occasions during the Vikings’ 15-10 win over the Dolphins on Sunday, fans at U.S. Bank Stadium voiced their frustration with the team’s struggling offense in the form of boos.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 5

Vikings’ offensive issues can be fixed with one simple change, and it’s one that hasn’t happened yet

The Minnesota Vikings’ offense has yet to fire on all cylinders, but one change could help unlock what they haven’t consistently. Everyone is frustrated with what’s going on with the Minnesota Vikings’ offense right now.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5

Vikings are on fraud watch because Kyler Murray’s offense is bad enough to drag down Brian Flores’ defense

The Minnesota Vikings are 4-0, but their undefeated record should not shield them from fraud-watch conversations. Brian Flores has constructed one of the NFL’s most disruptive defenses, yet Kyler Murray and an unproductive offense are placing an unsustainable burden on that unit.

Jeshaun Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5

Vikings Cut WR Jeshaun Jones

The Minnesota Vikings announced Monday that they’ve placed WR Jeshaun Jones on waivers. Jones served a three-game suspension for violating the NFL’s Substances of Abuse policy to start the season.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

NFL makes decision on officials in McBride, Wilson incidents

NFL makes decision on officials in Trey McBride, Eric Wilson incidents

The NFL finished its review of two Sunday incidents between officials and players on Monday, less than 24 hours after the NFL Players Association demanded the league hold officials to the same standard as players.

Aaron Glenn sends message to Jets fans after ugly loss to Bears

Why Buccaneers may, may not make Todd Bowles move after Week 5

Packers could use some more from HC Matt LaFleur

Many Broncos fans want HC Sean Payton to strip OC of play-calling

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Donovan Jackson News / Field Level Media / October 5

Vikings G Donovan Jackson (knee) likely out for season

Minnesota Vikings guard Donovan Jackson, who was the team's first-round draft pick in 2025, is expected to miss the remainder of the season due to a left knee injury that will require surgery, head coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday.

Donovan Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

Vikings G Donovan Jackson To Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery

The Vikings are still undefeated at this point, but they will be notably shorthanded along the offensive line moving forward. Guard Donovan Jackson is out for the remainder of the year.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / October 5

Minnesota Vikings Land Brutal Season-Ending Injury News

The Minnesota Vikings spent the first month of the season trying to prove their offensive line could hold up when the schedule got physical. That test arrived early.

Donovan Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5

Vikings G Donovan Jackson Suffered Torn Meniscus, Likely Out For Regular Season

Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell announced G Donovan Jackson suffered a meniscus tear that will require surgery and likely end his regular season. Jackson and OT Christian Darrisaw left Week 4’s game with injuries and didn’t return.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 5

Minnesota Vikings offense suffers another brutal blow, and it will impact every aspect of Kevin O’Connell’s unit

Donovan Jackson suffering a knee injury is a brutal blow to the Vikings’ offense, which is a unit that is already struggling. Injuries have already started to impact the Minnesota Vikings.

Kyler Murray News / Bring Me The Sports / October 5

The two throws that show Kyler Murray may be turning a corner for the Vikings

For much of Sunday afternoon, it was another frustrating go for Kyler Murray and the Vikings’ offense. Sacks and penalties derailed drives. When they weren’t punting, field goals were all they could muster against a young Dolphins defense.

Eric Wilson News / Lindy's Sports / October 5

Eric Wilson, Referee Dustup in Minnesota Sparks Criticism

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Miami Dolphins 15-10 on Sunday, October 4, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, but everyone is talking about the refs—and that’s a big problem.

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.

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