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Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 20
Carson Wentz Could Unseat J.J. McCarthy As Vikings’ Backup QB
The Vikings will begin the season with Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback. Minnesota also has J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz in the fold. As expected, McCarthy lost out to Murray during the Vikings’ QB competition which lasted through the spring an into the early stages of training camp.
Kyler Murray News / HITC / August 20
‘Season gonna be a movie’ – Vikings fan react after Kyler Murray footage shared from camp
Kyler Murray will be the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in their season-opener against the Green Bay Packers. Star wide receiver Justin Jefferson had a 2025 season to forget after the issues experienced at the quarterback position.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 20
Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell explains the differences with joint practices and preseason ‘A whole different world’
There is a lot of value with joint practices, but Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell doesn’t see as much value in them as the preseason. The Minnesota Vikings have completed their first joint practice with the Baltimore Ravens, and we learned quite a bit about both teams.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 20
2 Winners & 2 Losers from Vikings-Ravens First Joint Practice: Surprise WR continues to impress
EAGAN, MN — Wednesday’s joint practice against the Ravens was a wild ride for the Vikings. The offense struggled to find its footing for the majority of the day as the Baltimore defense largely dictated the action.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 20
Kevin O’Connell 'named' backup quarterback in a sense, but keeps the door open for a key reason that’s the theme of training camp
Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell essentially said that J.J. McCarthy is QB2, but it’s not guaranteed to stay that way. The Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray the starting quarterback on Tuesday, August 11th, and J.J.
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.
Dillon Bell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 20
Dillon Bell Has Every Reason to Be Worried His Time With Vikings Is Running Out
Competition is heating up in the NFL. Although preseason is underway and fans are curious about how the Vikings will stack up against other teams in the league, other battles are going on every day at practice that will have a huge impact on the team's performance.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 20
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell discusses Kyler Murray concern after J.J. McCarthy decision
Murray is trying to resurrect his career with the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
2 surprise Vikings 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch out for before Week 1
The Minnesota Vikings went into training camp with one of the most important questions heading into the 2026 season. Unlike most teams, the Vikings and head coach Kevin O’Connell had to figure out who their starting quarterback would be for the upcoming season.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
Adam Schefter reveals how Justin Jefferson played into Vikings’ Kyler Murray signing
The Minnesota Vikings are rolling into the 2026 season with Kyler Murray as their new QB1, and Kevin O’Connell and company are hoping that Murray can rejuvenate a passing game that was hard to watch at times this season.
Blake Brandel News / Bring Me The Sports / August 19
Blake Brandel's snap accuracy is a growing area of concern for the Vikings
The Vikings might have a bit of a problem on their hands. It involves the action that has to be executed to begin any offensive play: the snap of the football.
Dallas Turner News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 19
Everything I Saw From Vikings' 1st Joint Practice vs. Ravens (8/19): Dallas Turner Is Ready for the Spotlight
EAGAN, MN — Wednesday and Thursday of this week represent what many see as the most significant part of training camp, as the Vikings host the Ravens for two joint practices before matching up for a preseason bout on Saturday.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19
Vikings’ Justin Jefferson got to feel like himself again on long Kyler Murray TD in Ravens joint practice
Minnesota Vikings superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson showcased his undeniable charisma at WWE’s SummerSlam, held at U.S. Bank Stadium, where he climbed atop the broadcast table to energize the hometown crowd before the Night 2 main event.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 19
J.J. McCarthy not guaranteed to win Vikings' QB2 job
As expected, the Minnesota Vikings turned to veteran Kyler Murray for their quarterback competition. That left former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy as the backup, but some believe he might not even be the second-best quarterback on the roster.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Vikings joint practice vs. Ravens recap: Brian Flores' defense dominates, while Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy struggle to find footing
The first joint practice between the Minnesota Vikings and Baltimore Ravens is in the books and dominated by Brian Flores’ defense.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 19
3 Vikings Players Whose Roster Spot Is In Danger After Preseason Week 1
The Vikings battled the New York Giants in their first foray into NFL action this season and squeaked out a win in a hard-fought game. Different players excelled and saw their stocks rise as we get closer to the team making their final decisions on the 53-man roster.
J.J. McCarthy News / Viral Sports News / August 19
3 Unexpected Trade Destinations for Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy
J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota Vikings tenure has unraveled faster than most expected. The 10th overall pick in 2024 missed his entire rookie season with a torn meniscus, then started 10 games in 2025 and posted 1,632 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions while battling ankle, concussion, and hand injuries.
Joshua Gray News / Bring Me The Sports / August 19
Vikings sign guard Joshua Gray, release veteran defensive tackle
The Vikings have made another move towards the back end of their 90-man roster. They announced on Wednesday morning that they’ve signed guard Joshua Gray and released defensive tackle Eric Johnson II.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 19
Vikings Surprisingly Predicted to Dump Popular 6-foot-6 Defender
Tyler Batty entered Minnesota Vikings training camp as a relatively unheralded second-year edge rusher, yet he quickly emerged as one of the more intriguing stories of the summer.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Vikings finally address an area of need ahead of joint practices with Ravens, but questions still remain
When you look at the Minnesota Vikings roster, center is a key area of need, and they have added someone at the position. During the course of training camp, snapping has been an issue for the Minnesota Vikings.
Eric Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 19
Vikings Cut DT Eric Johnson II
The Minnesota Vikings announced they have released DT Eric Johnson II. It is the corresponding move to the signing of OL Joshua Gray, which was made official. Johnson, 27, was a fifth-round pick by the Colts in the 2022 NFL draft.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 18
Vikings QB Kyler Murray already deemed a 'hot seat' candidate
Just because Murray is getting the start in Week 1, that doesn't mean he can relax.
Jamal Adams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17
Vikings Officially Place LB Jamal Adams On IR
The Minnesota Vikings announced they have officially placed LB Jamal Adams on season-ending injured reserve. The Vikings also announced they have signed UDFA CB Bryce Phillips to a contract.
Jamal Adams News / Yardbarker / August 17
Vikings lose Jamal Adams for season, putting his career in doubt
The Minnesota Vikings knew the injury sustained by defensive back Jamal Adams on Saturday was not good. On Sunday, they received confirmation.
Minnesota Vikings 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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