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New Vikings QB battle: J.J. McCarthy vs. Carson Wentz for the backup job

J.J. McCarthy spent the first two weeks of Vikings training camp in a competition with Kyler Murray for Minnesota's starting quarterback job. How real that competition was — or at least how realistic it was for McCarthy to actually win it — is fair to question.

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Biggest difference in Vikings’ run game is a simple, yet difficult change and it appears they have achieved it

We know that the Minnesota Vikings’ biggest issues on offense have been on the running game, and those look much better. Saturday afternoon’s Minnesota Vikings preseason game was a major eye-opener for a multitude of reasons.

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Vikings’ biggest roster issue was glaring against the Giants and it’s not going away

There were serious questions about the Minnesota Vikings’ depth on defense, and it was glaring in the preseason opener. The preseason opener for the Minnesota Vikings was a very mixed bag.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 16

Notable PFF grades and insights from Vikings' first preseason game of 2026

While they shouldn't be viewed as an end-all, be-all metric, Pro Football Focus's player grades are one data point we can use to get a sense for how someone performed in an NFL game.

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Vikings rumors: Jamal Adams’ devastating injury opens door for obvious Harrison Smith move

The Minnesota Vikings got their 2026 preseason slate underway on Saturday with a 13-10 road win over the New York Giants. Unfortunately, that result was overshadowed by a knee injury suffered by veteran linebacker Jamal Adams, which forced him to be carted back to the locker room.

Jamal Adams News / Pro Football Rumors / August 16

Vikings’ Jamal Adams Suffers Potentially Serious Knee Injury

It sounds as if Jamal Adams ’ first season with the Vikings may already be over. The three-time Pro Bowler exited Minnesota’s first preseason game on Saturday with a right knee injury, as ESPN’s Kevin Seifert details.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 16

Kyler Murray must do one thing to succeed with Vikings

Murray is trying to work his way back from the ground and secure another long-term and lucrative deal as a QB1.

JJ McCarthy signals next move after seeing QB1 job slip away

Report reveals how rival teams feel about JJ McCarthy’s future

Vikings' Jamal Adams carted off field vs. Giants

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3 Vikings on Thin Ice After Preseason Opener: Clock Is Already Ticking for Dillon Bell

The Minnesota Vikings squeaked out a road win in Week 1 of the preseason against the New York Giants. The 13-10 victory wasn't pretty, but there was plenty to learn from the exhibition contest.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 16

Minnesota Vikings Dealing With New Quarterback Injury

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz found himself on the field longer than anticipated during the team’s preseason opener Saturday night. The veteran signal-caller handled two series in the second half before the coaching staff decided it was time to give the next man up a look.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 16

Vikings 53-Man Roster Projection After Preseason Opener: A couple surprise cuts highlight post-Giants game

The Minnesota Vikings have finished their first preseason game, and it’s changed the landscape of the 53-man roster. The Minnesota Vikings have finished their first preseason game and have gotten their first win in a 13-10 showdown with the New York Giants.

Jamal Adams News / Bring Me The Sports / August 15

After losing Jamal Adams to a knee injury, what are the Vikings' options at safety?

Injuries are the worst part of football. It's especially brutal to see a significant injury in the preseason, when a player's season can end before it really even began.

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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.

Jamal Adams News / Total Pro Sports / August 15

Heartbreaking Scene As Vikings Superstar Carted Off After Injury That’s 'Not Good'

Jamal Adams’ long-awaited Minnesota Vikings debut ended with a brutal injury scare on Saturday. The veteran defender left the Vikings’ preseason opener against the New York Giants after suffering a right knee injury.

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Myles Price News / A to Z Sports / August 15

Kevin O’Connell highlighting Myles Price’s touchdown catch sends a firm message every team needs to hear

Myles Price arguably had the catch of the weekend for a touchdown, and it’s a lesson everyone needs to hear. The best offensive play the Minnesota Vikings had on Saturday afternoon came from wide receiver Myles Price, who caught a phenomenal one-handed pass from Carson Wentz.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / August 15

Kyler Murray’s first drive as Vikings starting quarterback highlights elements that will translate to the regular season

The first-team offense only got a field goal for the Minnesota Vikings in the preseason debut, but there were positives. The Minnesota Vikings kicked off their preseason schedule with a 13-10 win over the New York Giants.

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3 Winner, 2 Losers From Vikings 13-10 Win Over Giants: QB2 May Not Be Settled After All

Vikings football is back! Well, at least in preseason form, as the Purple and Gold notched a 13-10 win over the Giants on Satrday afternoon. After more than two weeks of training camp reports, speculation, and excitement, it was time to see how the Vikings would match up against an actual opponent.

J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Report reveals how rival teams feel about JJ McCarthy’s future

JJ McCarthy may have lost his job as the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback, but the NFL is not ready to give up entirely on him. Other NFL teams have started to gather information on McCarthy in case the Vikings decide to move him, and opinions are split.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 15

Stock up, stock down from the Vikings' preseason-opening win

The Vikings went to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey and emerged with a 13-10 victory over the Giants on Saturday in their first of three preseason games this month.

Jamal Adams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 15

Vikings LB Jamal Adams Suffered Serious Right Knee Injury

Per the team, Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell said that LB Jamal Adams suffered a serious right knee injury in Saturday’s preseason game. O’Connell added that the initial examinations of Adams’ knee are concerning and “don’t look good.” We will likely see Adams placed on injured reserve in the coming days.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 15

Vikings Outlast Giants: Here Are the 5 Things That Mattered in the Preseason Week 1 Win

The Vikings flew to New Jersey to take on the Giants in their first game of the preseason. The final score at MetLife Stadium was 13-10 in favor of the team from the Land of 10,000 Lakes, giving the Vikings a boost as they continue their exhibition slate.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 15

Myles Price stars, but Vikings lose Jamal Adams in preseason victory over Giants

After two weeks of practicing against teammates in training camp, the Vikings got their first chance to face another team and test themselves in live action as they kicked off the preseason on Saturday afternoon.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 15

3 Vikings’ Position Battles to Watch Out for in Their Matchup Against the Giants

The Vikings have had plenty of position battles going on during camp, none bigger than the quarterback battle that recently ended with the promotion of Kyler Murray to the starting quarterback position, leaving J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Vikings Rookies Who Will Stand Out the Most in Preseason Action vs. Giants

The Vikings play the Giants at noon local time for the team’s first bit of live action in the 2026 season as we begin the preseason. We’ve highlighted

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One Vikings Veteran Whose Future Will Depend On His Preseason Week 1 Performance

This is the time of year when a strong showing at training camp or during the NFL preseason can make or break a player's future. For the Vikings, there are multiple players who will need to make a good impression to stick with the team or move up the depth chart.