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With the draft and free agency periods finishing up over the last month or so, the NFL offseason has come to an end, and rookie minicamps have already started for a handful of teams.

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Vikings Future Additions Get Flexible, Comp Pick or Not

The Minnesota Vikings have been in salary cap purgatory for the past handful of seasons. By agreeing to a big deal with a free-agent quarterback, they would always be in that situation.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 31 minutes ago

ESPN Echoes Top Roster Need for Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings have a couple of roster needs, with less than four weeks before mandatory minicamp, including left guard — if Blake Brandel doesn’t do the trick — and WR3.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 4 minutes ago

Vikings veteran DT says team is lacking one key component

Defensive tackle Harrison Phillips believes Minnesota still lacks one key component.

Vikings DC compares first-round pick to three-time Super Bowl champion

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NFL News / Vikings Territory / 40 minutes ago

Former Vikings QB Dropped by 4th Team

Spencer Rattler ended the man’s very brief career with the New Orleans Saints. That’s Kellen Mond, a man drafted by the Minnesota Vikings, and he’ll hope to catch on elsewhere this summer.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 30 minutes ago

WR3 Option for Vikings Signs Elsewhere

There’s a decent chance that Brandon Powell, Trent Sherfield, or Jalen Nailor turn out as productive WR3 options in 2024, but for the Minnesota Vikings’ sake, nobody knows which man will get the nod as a starter.

Harrison Phillips News / Pro Football Talk / 3 hours ago

Harrison Phillips: We need leadership team to fill "big void" left by Kirk Cousins

The Vikings will have a transition to make on the field this year as they move forward without quarterback Kirk Cousins and they'll also have to make one off the field.

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / 11 hours ago

Former NFL GM Has Lofty Expectations for Minnesota Vikings Rookie

The Minnesota Vikings may have landed one of the steals of the 2024 NFL Draft. After trading up to select Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings plucked former Alabama edge rusher Dallas Turner with the No.

Kirk Cousins News / Gridiron Heroics / 8 hours ago

Minnesota Vikings defender believes Kirk Cousins' departure could lead to overall improvement

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Harrison Phillips explained the leadership void left by the departure of quarterback Kirk Cousins. Cousins spent six years as the quarterback for the Vikings before making the decision to move on and sign with the Atlanta Falcons for the next four years.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / 8 hours ago

Vikings announce jersey numbers for new players, swaps for veterans

Let’s get everybody caught up Since we’re rapidly reaching the point of the offseason where there isn’t going to be a whole lot to talk about, let’s start with some cosmetic moves that the Minnesota Vikings made on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 8 hours ago

Vikings WR Took Kirk Cousins’ Number

He abdicated the No. 9 for his new quarterback and quickly grabbed the No. 8 from his old one. That’s Trishton Jackson, a Minnesota Vikings wide receiver entering year No.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / 3 hours ago

Former Vikings QB Hits Free Agency Again

Aug 14, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kellen Mond. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports. Once upon a time, the hope in Minnesota was that Kellen Mond would be the eventual successor to Kirk Cousins at the quarterback position.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / 3 hours ago

NFL Draft Expert Believes Vikings’ Undrafted Free Agent Class is Elite

It’s been a few weeks since the conclusion of the 2024 NFL draft, and the Minnesota Vikings have made some notable moves. They selected their franchise quarterback, JJ McCarthy, in the first round, sparking excitement among fans.

J.J. McCarthy News / Vikings Territory / 2 hours ago

It Starts This Weekend for J.J. McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings used their top draft pick last month on Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy. While some thought it might take them moving into the top five to land the quarterback they chose, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah picked his spot at 10th overall.

Justin Jefferson News / NFL Analysis Network / 15 hours ago

Vikings Warned Of Potential Mess In Justin Jefferson Negotiations

NFL training camp is a little over two months away, and the Minnesota Vikings have yet to reach an agreement on a contract extension with wide receiver Justin Jefferson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / 12 hours ago

Are Vikings Fans Misguided on Starters?

The Minnesota Vikings put together an NFL Draft that included a future starting quarterback and an edge rusher that could take over very quickly. When looking at the state of the current roster, it is assumed that the cornerback position remains to be addressed and that Dalton Rinser should be back.

Dallas Turner News / 5 GOATs / 1 hour ago

Minnesota Vikings DC compares Dallas Turner to Dont’a Hightower, another former Alabama star

The Vikings paid attention to both the offense and defense in the first round of the NFL Draft. First came quarterback J.J. McCarthy, then ace pass rusher Dallas Turner.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / 1 minute ago

Vikings Compensatory Pick Mystery Solved

The Minnesota Vikings comp pick situation is a messy one, given how many players they had come and go during free agency. For those who don’t know, compensatory draft picks can be awarded to teams for a few different reasons.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 26 minutes ago

Vikings DC compares first-round pick to three-time Super Bowl champion

The Vikings traded up twice in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft to land who they hope to be franchise players on each side of the ball.

Kirk Cousins reportedly left Vikings because of plan to draft his replacement

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / 15 hours ago

NFL Analyst Thinks Star Vikings WR Could Have Rough 2024

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison enjoyed a fantastic rookie campaign in 2023, playing in every game and hauling in 70 receptions for 911 yards and 10 touchdowns.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 6

Cousins reportedly left Vikings because of plan to draft replacement

Kirk Cousins reportedly left Vikings because of plan to draft his replacement

Despite Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell’s desire to keep him around, quarterback Kirk Cousins bolted to the Falcons during free agency, and now we know why.

Important details in Cousins contract revealed

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Shaquill Griffin News / FanNation Inside The Vikings / May 6

Vikings' Shaq Griffin Signing, Which Could Cost Them a Comp Pick, Still Baffles

Over a month later, the Vikings' decision to sign veteran cornerback Shaquill Griffin to a one-year, $4.55 million deal in late March remains baffling.

Justin Jefferson News / Gridiron Heroics / May 6

Minnesota Vikings Star Justin Jefferson’s Market Value Revealed

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson has to be thrilled with the developments among top receivers around the league. Leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles signed three of the premier receivers in the league to what at the time were record-setting contracts.

J.J. McCarthy News / NFL Analysis Network / May 6

Former Star Shares Brutal Take On Vikings’ JJ McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings are poised to embark on a new era of their franchise, having strategically retooled their offense during the 2024 NFL Draft. With the departure of Kirk Cousins to the Atlanta Falcons, the Vikings faced a significant quarterback question, prompting them to take decisive action in the draft.

J.J. McCarthy News / Last Word On Sports / May 3

What Will It Take for J.J. McCarthy to Start in 2024?

The Minnesota Vikings will head into training camp Kirk Cousins-less for the first time since the 2017 season. Quarterbacks Sam Darnold and J.J. McCarthy are expected to compete for the starting job, with Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall also in the mix.