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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / November 4
Picked Off the Scrap Heap, Vikings Veteran Earns a Start (and Maybe an Ongoing Job) 
Once upon a time, Vikings veteran Nick Vannett was picked off the NFL’s scrap heap. He journeyed to the Twin Cities in early August. At the time, there was waning optimism about seeing Gavin Bartholomew get back onto field in 2025 (something that hasn’t happened due to injury).
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 4
Tracking Vikings trade rumors ahead of Tuesday's NFL deadline
The NFL trade deadline hits at 3 p.m. CT Tuesday, and the Minnesota Vikings could be a buyer after putting themselves firmly in the playoff race with a 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.
The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to average at least 230 passing yards-per-game for their career can you name in five minutes?
J.J. McCarthy News / The SportsRush / November 4
What Is the Shiftwave Device That JJ McCarthy Carries to All His Games
JJ McCarthy, picked 10th overall in the 2024 draft, hasn’t made much noise on the field yet. After missing his entire rookie season due to a meniscus tear, he’s had just three starts this year heading into Week 9.
Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?
The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah News / purplePTSD.com / November 4
The Minnesota Vikings are Now Confronting 1 Burning Question
In a lot of ways, a general manager in the NFL is tasked with watching and learning. What does he see in his team while doing so? At 4-4, the Minnesota Vikings have been been sending mixed messages to Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, an executive who has pulled off trades aplenty (34, to be exact).
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / November 4
Top Vikings CB Candidate Gives His Green Light
The Minnesota Vikings have a few positions they might want to upgrade at the trade deadline. Rumors about a potential new backup quarterback have surfaced.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 3
How the Vikings shut down Jahmyr Gibbs with scheme and physicality
Jahmyr Gibbs, the Lions' star third-year running back, has torched the Vikings in previous meetings between the two teams, most notably in last season's unofficial Week 18 NFC North title game.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 3
Kevin O'Connell provided multiple positive injury updates in his Monday press conference with one significant
The Minnesota Vikings have multiple injuries stemming from before and during the upset win on Sunday against the Detroit Lions by a score of 27-24. It
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 3
Numbers reveal Vikings’ advantage over NFC North foes down the stretch
The Vikings' surprising 27-24 win over the Lions on Sunday, mixed with other results in the division, pushed Minnesota back into the race for the NFC North title.
Minnesota Vikings News / ESPN / November 3
Vikings HC 'pretty comfortable' with QB depth
A day after starter J.J. McCarthy's triumphant return to the field, Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said he is "pretty comfortable" with his team's quarterback depth as the NFL trade deadline approaches.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 3
Vikings injury updates from KOC include news on Aaron Jones, Ryan Kelly
During his day-after-game press conference on Monday afternoon, Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell provided injury updates on a variety of players, including the first news in a while on center Ryan Kelly.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 3
Vikings’ Aaron Jones gets positive update on shoulder injury
The Minnesota Vikings got back in the win column by upsetting the NFC North division rival Detroit Lions 27-24 on Sunday. The victory marked the return of second-year quarterback JJ McCarthy and an end to the team’s two-game losing streak.
Aaron Jones News / Pro Football Talk / November 3
Evaluations "pretty positive" on Aaron Jones, Vikings hopeful for Week 10
Vikings running back Aaron Jones downplayed the significance of his shoulder injury after Sunday's win over the Lions and the picture doesn't look any different on Monday.
J.J. McCarthy News / purplePTSD.com / November 3
J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings Make a Statement on the Road
The dream came true; the Minnesota Vikings walked into Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, and took down the Motor City Kitties behind a great defensive performance and three touchdowns out of young quarterback J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 3
Vikings snap count analysis and notable PFF grades from win over Lions
The Vikings got key contributions from all three phases in a 27-24 upset win over the Lions on Sunday at Ford Field. Let's dive into the week's snap counts and take a look at some notable PFF grades to see what stands out.
Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / November 3
ESPN trade rumor gives Vikings one less veteran quarterback deadline target
The Minnesota Vikings could be in the market for a veteran quarterback ahead of the trade deadline but a reunion with Kirk Cousins appears unlikely after a recent Atlanta Falcons trade rumor from ESPN.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 3
Where Vikings stand in NFC North, playoff picture after beating Lions
The Vikings' massive upset win over the Lions on Sunday has revived their playoff hopes and given fans a reason to dream about what the rest of this season might hold with J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / 5 GOATs / November 3
J.J. McCarthy, Jalen Nailor put college rivalry aside for game-winning play vs. Lions
J.J. McCarthy found a college rival, Jalen Nailor, for the game-winning throw and catch as the Vikings beat the Lions 27-24 Sunday. As McCarthy returned from injury, Minnesota got back to their winning ways.
Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / November 3
Dan Campbell makes admission about Lions' Week 9 loss
The Lions put together arguably their most disappointing performance of the season in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2
Vikings Could Still Trade For Veteran Quarterback
According to Adam Schefter, league sources believe the Vikings could still be looking to trade for a veteran quarterback before Tuesday’s trade deadline. Schefter explains that Minnesota wanted some experience in the quarterback room this year to complement QB J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 1
Vikings Elevated CB Fabian Moreau & TE Nick Vannett
The Vikings announced that for Week 9, they will be elevating CB Fabian Moreau and TE Nick Vannett. Moreau, 31, is a former third-round pick of Washington back in 2017.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 31
Carson Wentz Speaks Out on Vikings’ Handling of Injury
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has come under fire this past week after it was reported that quarterback Carson Wentz started multiple games with a shoulder dislocation, which included a torn labrum and fractured socket. According to USA Today, Wentz sustained this injury on October 5 against the Cleveland Browns.
Daniel Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / October 31
Vikings submitted Daniel Jones better offer than Colts
Completing one of the more stunning first halves in recent NFL history, the Indianapolis Colts enter Week 9 an NFL-best 7-1. Their offense has rolled to a historic modern-era point, scoring more points through eight games than any post-merger team in franchise history.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 30
Carson Wentz defends Kevin O'Connell, Vikings over controversial in-game decision
O'Connell has received criticism for allowing Wentz to take numerous unnecessary hits as Wentz played with a left shoulder injury during the club's 37-10 defeat at the Los Angeles Chargers back on Oct. 23.
Carson Wentz News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30
'I'm not an idiot': Carson Wentz speaks out amid injury controversy
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz stuck up for the team on Wednesday.
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