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Minnesota Vikings' run defense was a perceived problem in 2025, but the numbers tell a different story

One of the biggest storylines with the Minnesota Vikings during the 2025 season was the poor run defense. It resonated quickly in Week 2 when they allowed the Atlanta Falcons to gash them for 218 yards on the day, including over 50 on the first three plays of the game alone, in a 22-6 loss.

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Overreacting to NFL free agency: Has Kyler Murray put J.J. McCarthy on the sideline ... for good?

Are J.J. McCarthy and Michael Penix Jr. officially QB2s? Will Maxx Crosby and A.J. Brown actually leave their current teams? We sized up five free agency takes.

J.J. McCarthy News / Football Analysis / March 16

Vikings seemingly dump J.J. McCarthy after signing former franchise QB

Regret is the word synonymous with Minnesota’s 2025 campaign. Team management decided to be cautious in regards to Sam Darnold’s contract, and opted to let him walk in free agency.

Minnesota Vikings News / NHANFL / March 15

Vikings Strike Fast in 2026 Free Agency: Murray and Pierre Arrive

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings ripped up the 2026 free agency script. Fans braced for salary cap casualties and quiet rebuilds, but general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah struck immediately.

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The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

In Super Bowl history, a player has topped the century mark in rushing yards just 23 times. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

The 'Super Bowl MVPs' quiz

The 'AP Offensive Players of the Year' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 15

Does Foot Injury Take Star DT Prospect Off Vikings' Board at Pick 18?

In theory, Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks makes a lot of sense as a Vikings target if he's on the board when it's time to make the 18th overall pick in next month's NFL draft.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Harrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 15

Vikings Honoring Two Retiring Legends, Still Awaiting Harrison Smith News

This week, the Vikings will honor two retiring legends who meant a lot to the franchise over the last decade and change. Perhaps notable — or perhaps not — is that their longtime teammate, who wears No.

Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / March 15

Can Kyler Murray Replace JJ McCarthy as the Vikings QB? Rod Woodson Weighs In

The Minnesota Vikings recently signed Kyler Murray to a veteran minimum $1.3 million deal, and they did it for a reason. That reason was to make him compete with JJ McCarthy, who has struggled to find his footing so far in his NFL career.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 15

Popular Minnesota Vikings target is skyrocketing up mock drafts, and he's compared to a legendary defender

The NFL Draft is the next big event on the NFL calendar. Just one week into free agency, there have been numerous changes across the league that will impact the NFL Draft.

J.J. McCarthy News / Total Apex Sports / March 15

Minnesota Vikings Quarterback J.J. McCarthy Expected To Have a Robust Market This Offseason

Nobody drafts a quarterback 10th overall with the intention of shopping him two years later. But here we are. The Minnesota Vikings selected J.J. McCarthy out of Michigan in the 2024 NFL Draft with big dreams and even bigger expectations.

J.J. McCarthy News / The Spun / March 14

There's Growing Talk About Vikings Trading J.J. McCarthy

With Kyler Murray officially on the Minnesota Vikings, it might be a matter of time before they trade J.J. McCarthy. Don't let the 9-8 record fool you, the 2025 season was a disaster for the Vikings.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 14

Kurt Warner Finds QB Height Concerns 'Humorous' After Vikings Sign Kyler Murray

New Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray was listed at 5-foot-10 last season with the Arizona Cardinals, which makes him one of the shortest signal-callers in the NFL.

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The 'Most men's NCAA Tournaments' quiz

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 14

Kyler Murray has one clear message after signing with Vikings

Murray is betting on himself with the Minnesota Vikings.

Murray had big reason for signing with Vikings beyond being their starter

Murray, Vikings union puts pressure on both to deliver

49ers create future problem with latest Nick Bosa move

Anthony Richardson is being linked to intriguing new team

Report: AJ Brown trade is seen as ‘inevitable’

Kyler Murray News / Gridiron Heroics / March 14

Kyler Murray’s Contract With Vikings Include Interesting Clause

The Minnesota Vikings made a significant move to reshape their quarterback position by signing former No. 1 overall pick Kyler Murray. The agreement quickly generated attention across the NFL, especially after details of an unusual clause in the contract surfaced.

NFL News / The SportsRush / March 13

Insider Says Kyler Murray to Vikings is an Upgrade From JJ McCarthy But Not a Dangerous Proposition

After two years of frustrations with J.J McCarthy, which at one point included the Minnesota Vikings releasing a would be Super Bowl champion in Sam Darnold, the franchise has officially found its alternative to the Michigan product, and at a bargain bin price as well.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 13

Vikings Winners and Losers Through One Week of NFL Free Agency

Every move a team makes in the offseason has ripple effects on the upcoming season outlook for other players on the roster. Departures create opportunities.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 13

Cowherd Flips Again: Vikings His Surprise Breakout Team After Kyler Addition

Colin Cowherd is back on the Vikings bandwagon following the signing of former No. 1 pick Kyler Murray. The Fox Sports radio host famously trashed the Vikings for dumping Sam Darnold in favor of J.J.

Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Minnesota Vikings: Kevin O'Connell Not Committing to Kyler Murray as Starting Quarterback Just Yet

The Minnesota Vikings signed quarterback Kyler Murray to a one-year deal. There was a lot of speculation about the Vikings signing a veteran quarterback to the roster because of the struggles J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / March 13

Would Vikings consider trading J.J. McCarthy despite recent comments?

Would Vikings consider trading J.J. McCarthy despite comments about competing with Kyler Murray?

Some members of the NFL community are convinced that it's a matter of when and not if the Vikings will trade McCarthy this offseason.

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell sends early message to Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy about starting job

Kyler Murray had big reason for signing with Vikings beyond being their starter

Kyler Murray, Vikings union puts pressure on both to deliver

Who had the greatest QB season for every NFL team?

The 'Starting NFL QBs in 2025-26' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 12

Vikings interim GM Rob Brzezinski confirms suspicion on the fanbase's theory, and it's not what anyone wants to hear

The first few days of free agency haven't been very eventful for the Minnesota Vikings, and it shouldn't be much of a surprise. They did sign quarterback Kyler Murray to a one-year contract on Thursday afternoon, but the only other signing was cornerback James Pierre.