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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.

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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 / 21 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.

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.

J.J. McCarthy News / Vikings Territory / 1 hour ago

J.J. McCarthy Already Being Tweaked by Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings used a first-round pick on quarterback J.J. McCarthy, knowing full well they didn’t want to throw him into the fire. With veteran Sam Darnold signed, the hope was that the Michigan product could take some time to develop and enter action when it was determined he was ready.

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 / purplePTSD.com / 3 hours ago

Vikings’ Words of Patience Regarding J.J. McCarthy Ring True at Start of OTAs

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy looks to pass against Ohio State during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023. The Minnesota Vikings have to figure out their starting QB situation following the departure of Kirk Cousins in free agency.

Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / 14 hours ago

ESPN analyst has absurd take on Minnesota Vikings offseason

The Minnesota Vikings went about their offseason to prepare for the future and ESPN's Bill Barnwell had an absurd take on it.

NFL News / purplePTSD.com / 16 hours ago

ESPN Has a “Surprise Player” for the Vikings in 2024

Oct 1, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers fans in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports The Minnesota Vikings are in the middle of a massive transition period in 2024.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 16 hours ago

Questions Answered: Worst Game on the Vikings’ Schedule, Blake Brandel’s Upside, Akayleb Evans

The following questions are about current Minnesota Vikings topics, answered by VikingsTerritory. Today is the May 23rd edition, addressed in a from-the-hip fashion.

J.J. McCarthy News / Sporting News / 18 hours ago

Should we be concerned that J.J. McCarthy is 3rd on the depth chart?

Minnesota Vikings 10th overall pick quarterback J.J. McCarthy is currently third on the depth chart. Is there a reason to be concerned?

Harrison Smith News / purplePTSD.com / 8 hours ago

Harrison Smith: Full-Time Safety, Part-Time… Welder?

Sep 19, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports. Throughout his NFL career, Harrison Smith has become one of the most beloved Minnesota Vikings players of all-time.

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

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Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 17 minutes ago

Vikings WR3 for 2024 Totally Up in the Air

The Minnesota Vikings’ second-largest mystery on offense — after the eventual QB1 nominee — is the identity of its WR3 for 2024. K.J. Osborn departed for the New England Patriots two months ago, and Minnesota has not signed a new veteran free-agent wide receiver since, nor did the club draft one in April.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / 1 hour ago

Blake Brandel, the Next Josh Metellus?

Dive into the latest episode of ‘The Real Forno Show’ where we discuss the surprising emergence of Blake Brandel as the starting left guard for the Minnesota Vikings, speculate on him being the next Josh Metellus, and explore the team’s confidence in his abilities.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 32 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.

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Justin Jefferson News / NFL Analysis Network / 13 hours ago

NFL Insider Provides Massive Update On Vikings’ Talks With Justin Jefferson

The Minnesota Vikings have still not reached a long-term contract with Justin Jefferson in spite of the fact that the superstar wide receiver is entering the final year of his deal.

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 / 56 minutes 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.

Daylen Baldwin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 21

Falcons Signing WR Daylen Baldwin

Aaron Wilson reports that the Falcons are signing WR Daylen Baldwin to a contract after a successful tryout. Baldwin, 24, went undrafted out of Michigan in 2022 after transferring from Jackson State and Morgan State.

T.J. Hockenson News / A to Z Sports / May 21

Latest T.J. Hockenson injury rumor is not good and it explains the Vikings' most recent roster move

The Minnesota Vikings have one of the league's better arrangements of offensive skill players in Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, Aaron Jones, and Ty Chandler.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / May 21

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.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / May 20

Vikings Urged To Make Trade For Former First-Round Pick

The Minnesota Vikings made some major changes this offseason. None were bigger than their decision to move on from quarterback Kirk Cousins, allowing him to leave in free agency.

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.