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Ian Rapoport Skeptical of Any Hype Surrounding Known Offseason All-Star Sam Darnold

The Minnesota Vikings signed Sam Darnold this offseason before they drafted J.J. McCarthy with the 10th overall pick. Who starts and when is yet to be determined, but there is some thought that Darnold’s offseason performance might be something of a mirage.

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Jaren Hall’s Job Security May Be Suspect

The Minnesota Vikings drafted a quarterback in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft when they took J.J. McCarthy at 10th overall. Jaren Hall was the rookie a season ago, and despite being a late-round pick, he found himself thrust into game action after Kirk Cousins went down with an injury.

Devron Harper News / Sporting News / 16 minutes ago

Minnesota Vikings 90-man roster: Can Devron Harper make waves on special teams?

The Minnesota Vikings signed Mercer WR Devron Harper as an undrafted free agent. Can he make enough waves on special teams to make the 53-man roster?

Sam Darnold News / Gridiron Heroics / 1 hour ago

Minnesota Vikings: NFL Insider Raises Huge Red Flag About Sam Darnold For 2024 Season

Looking ahead to the 2024 NFL season, the Minnesota Vikings have a massive decision to make at the quarterback position. Sam Darnold appears to be the early favorite to start, but first-round pIck J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / 1 hour ago

Minnesota Vikings Newcomer Labeled ‘Bounce Back Star’ to Watch

In an era where running backs have rarely been valued less, the Minnesota Vikings are betting big that Aaron Jones can become a focal point of the offense.

Justin Jefferson News / Minnesota Sports Fan / 2 minutes ago

Is Justin Jefferson the One Holding Up Contract Talks with Vikings?

With each passing day, the drama continues to intensify for Minnesota Vikings’ fans and all-pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson. Jefferson is heading into his final season under contract in Minnesota, and there is still no extension for the best wide receiver in the league.

NFL News / Vikings Territory / 50 minutes ago

Former Vikings WR Quietly Joined Kirk Cousins in ATL

In September, Kirk Cousins will lead a non-Minnesota Vikings team for the first time in seven years, and along the way, he’ll be joined by a teammate from last year.

Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / 18 minutes ago

Nobody sets up rookie quarterbacks better than Minnesota Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings have done the best job among NFL teams setting up their rookie quarterbacks for success.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / 42 minutes ago

2024 Vikings Draft Pick Has High Expectations for Himself

Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Khyree Jackson (5) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J.

Jordan Addison News / Vikings Territory / 43 minutes ago

Wild Jordan Addison Theory Is Already Out There

It’s more than fine to ponder down-the-road scenarios for sports teams, but this one might be a little too far in advance. The Minnesota Vikings drafted Jordan Addison 13 months ago, and he swiftly fired off a memorable rookie season by establishing instant credibility as a transferrable college-to-pro receiver in the NFL.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 1 hour ago

Vikings Rookie Has a “Legitimate Chance” to Make an Impact

The Minnesota Vikings came away from the 2024 draft with two star players, both picked in the first round. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy is supposed to be the organization’s long-term answer to the question asked by Kirk Cousins’s departure.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 20 minutes ago

Reinforcements Reportedly Not Imminent for Vikings’ Vacancy

The Minnesota Vikings have filled most job openings in the offseason by signing or drafting replacements for departed players, most notably the additions of quarterback Sam Darnold and pass-rushers Jonathan Greenard and Andrew Van Ginkel.

Kirk Cousins News / purplePTSD.com / 2 hours ago

Former Vikings Receiver Joins Forces with Kirk Cousins in Atlanta

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Carolina collects former Vikings players. What about the Atlanta Falcons? Former Vikings receiver Daylen Baldwin has landed a deal in Atlanta.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / 3 hours ago

Vikings’ Top 3 Players Point Toward Continuity and Change

Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports The top spot doesn’t offer much debate. Justin Jefferson, 24, is inarguably one of the NFL’s best players. Similarly, he’s inarguably the Vikings’ top player.

Brian Asamoah News / Vikings Territory / 11 hours ago

Is Brian Asamoah Close to Done with the Vikings?

There was a time when Brian Asamoah looked the part of an emerging cog in the Minnesota Vikings defense. Then he came out in 2023 and played a grand total of 36 defensive snaps.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / 12 hours ago

Justin Jefferson’s New Contract Could Cost the Vikings Jordan Addison

The Minnesota Vikings have two young legitimate wide receivers on roster. One, Justin Jefferson, is on the verge of being the highest paid non-quarterback in the league.

Minnesota Vikings News / ClutchPoints / 12 hours ago

Vikings’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2024 NFL schedule

The Minnesota Vikings have several huge challenges as they prepare for the 2024 season. Just two years ago, this team was the runaway winner of the NFC North title, but that seems like a distant memory at this point.

Blake Brandel News / The Daily Norseman / 13 hours ago

It looks like Blake Brandel will be the Vikings’ new left guard after all

Don’t expect a change to come If you, like many Minnesota Vikings fans, are waiting for news of a reunion between the team and offensive lineman Dalton Risner, it appears that you might not want to hold your breath on that.

Minnesota Vikings News / Last Word On Sports / 19 hours ago

State of the Vikings Defensive Line: Too Much May Hinge on Recent Additions

With the dog days of the Vikings offseason providing little news outside of tired Justin Jefferson contract drama, it’s the right time to assess the post draft and free agency outlook for the 2024 roster.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Vikings reporter discusses J.J. McCarthy, Sam Darnold QB competition

The Minnesota Vikings see QB Sam Darnold as an important piece in the development of rookie signal-caller J.J. McCarthy.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson reportedly wants to be paid like some QBs

How a Justin Jefferson deal would impact Cowboys' contract negotiations with CeeDee Lamb

J.J. McCarthy draws rave review early in Vikings camp

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NFL News / Yardbarker / 35 minutes ago

Ex-GM says four players could be vying to be NFL’s first $35M-per-year WR

With the way things are trending in the NFL, it’s a matter of when, not if, a WR will sign the first-ever contract with an average annual value of $35 million per year or more.

How a Jefferson deal would impact Cowboys' contract negotiations with CeeDee Lamb

Jefferson reportedly wants to be paid like some QBs

Aiyuk skipping OTAs

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

The 'NFL leader in receptions' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / May 22

Minnesota Vikings are Straddling a Dangerous Line

The Minnesota Vikings seem to have an identity crisis. On one hand, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell are embracing looking towards the future with at least one toe dipped in the “rebuilding” waters by selecting QB J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / 1 hour ago

Vikings’ Sam Darnold Sets The Record Straight On Mentoring J.J. McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings signed quarterback Sam Darnold in free agency, but they also selected J.J. McCarthy with the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft. Obviously, they do not view Darnold as their quarterback of the future.

J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / 1 hour ago

J.J. McCarthy draws rave review early in Vikings camp

McCarthy was the fifth quarterback selected in last month’s draft. He didn’t put up huge passing numbers in college at Michigan, but he helped the team win plenty of games, including the national championship last season.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson reportedly wants to be paid like some QBs

2024 NFC revenge games: Which game should Cowboys, others have circled?

The Vikings Tight Ends That Could Play in T.J. Hockenson’s Absence

How hard is it to replace an NFL franchise QB?

The 'QBs drafted in the top 10 to never make a Pro Bowl' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

Vikings' Justin Jefferson reportedly wants to be paid like some QBs

It was previously believed that Jefferson, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, simply wanted to become the NFL's highest-paid non-quarterback at some point this offseason.

Justin Jefferson makes decision on OTAs amid contract dispute

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The 'Most passing yards in an NFL season' quiz

T.J. Hockenson News / Last Word On Sports / May 20

The Vikings Tight Ends That Could Play in T.J. Hockenson’s Absence

The Minnesota Vikings will go into the 2024 season without their star tight end. T.J. Hockenson tore his ACL and MCL in Week 16, putting the start of his season in major jeopardy with no real timeline for a return.