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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 27
J.J. McCarthy Could Compete with Kyler Murray or Geno Smith, Pelissero Says
Nobody is screaming "the Vikings aren't anywhere close to moving on from J.J. McCarthy!" louder than NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Pelissero, whose roots in Minnesota make him well-connected to the Vikings, continues to report that the Vikings do intend to have McCarthy compete with a former NFL starter for the QB1 job in 2026.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 27
Kyler Murray, Geno Smith mentioned as possible J.J. McCarthy-Vikings’ competition
Minnesota Vikings could explore veteran competition for quarterback J.J. McCarthy after a disappointing 2025 season, with Kyler Murray and Geno Smith emerging as potential fits amid uncertainty surrounding their futures.
Anthony Richardson News / Stadium Rant / February 27
The Minnesota Vikings & Anthony Richardson Show Mutual Trade Interest
There is mutual interest between Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson and the Minnesota Vikings for a potential trade. The Colts have granted Richardson permission to seek a trade.
The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / February 26
Minnesota Vikings continue to rank highly in one key area that ownership tried to suppress
One of the main areas where the Minnesota Vikings have succeeded is running a successful organizatrion as a whole. The wins haven't been consistent throughout the tenure of Mark and Zygi Wilf as owners, but they have been in both their patience and willingness to spend money.
Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 26
2026 NFL Combine Meeting Tracker: Every Player the Vikings Spoke With
The NFL combine is underway in Indianapolis, with all 32 teams on hand for the league's premier pre-draft event. Prospect workouts began on Thursday and will continue through Sunday, but those are just one portion of the scouting and evaluation process.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26
Watch for Vikings-Colts trade that makes Anthony Richardson J.J. McCarthy’s competition
The NFL can be an interesting world, and the shocking trade possibility of Anthony Richardson to the Minnesota Vikings is part of it. And perhaps the Vikings are interested since they don’t want Kirk Cousins.
J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 26
Insiders Link Vikings to Veteran QBs Who'd Push McCarthy
As we continue seeking clarity about the direction the Vikings are going at quarterback this offseason, two prominent reporters seem to agree that Minnesota is looking for a second-tier quarterback to push J.J.
NFL News / The SportsRush / February 26
NFL Analyst Suggests Vikings To Target Aaron Rodgers or Other Veteran QBs
J.J. McCarthy got his chance to helm the Minnesota Vikings for real during the 2025 season. And while a litany of injuries he was dealing with must be considered, when he was on the field, he was about as erratic as possible, throwing 11 TDs against 12 INTs.
Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27
One team is already linked to a potential Anthony Richardson trade
Richardson, 23, could see plenty of suitors in what is considered a weak free agency class at the quarterback position.
The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / February 26
Minnesota Vikings are linked with explosive quarterback whom Kevin O'Connell has long admired
Everyone in the world knows that the Minnesota Vikings need to add a quarterback in a desperate way. J.J. McCarthy is far from a certainty at quarterback, and the Vikings have been consistent in their message about adding competition in the quarterback room.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 26
Report: Choosing McCarthy Over Darnold, Rodgers Led to Vikings GM's Firing
The timing of the Vikings' firing of general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah — 26 days after their season ended — raised a lot of eyebrows and questions about what spurred the decision when teams typically move on from general managers in the days immediately following a season.
Scott Van Pelt News / The Spun / February 26
Scott Van Pelt Issues Apology For Unfortunate 'SportsCenter' Mistake
ESPN's Scott Van Pelt has issued a public apology to the family of former NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore. The NFL world learned last Saturday night that Moore was found dead with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26
Former HBCU coach joins Minnesota Vikings staff
Kevin O’Connell and the Minnesota Vikings are adding a former HBCU coach to their staff. Former Florida A&M special teams coordinator Chili Davis has been added to the Vikings’ staff as assistant special teams coach.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / February 27
Vikings have a plan to replace J.J. McCarthy
The decision to commit to J.J. McCarthy came back to bite the Vikings and it sounds like they want some competition at the position heading into 2026.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Minnesota Vikings 2026 Offseason Outlook
If you think Jets fans were pained to see Sam Darnold hoist the Lombardi Trophy as a Super Bowl champion this year, imagine how fans of the Minnesota Vikings must feel.
Rondale Moore News / Football Analysis / February 26
$8.9M NFL Career Ends in Tragedy—25-Year-Old Found Dead Hours After Teammate Reached Out
It was a Saturday evening in New Albany, Indiana, the same small town where Rondale Moore grew up. But this time, police weren’t there for a celebration.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 25
Why Vikings must pursue Derek Carr, who's 'serious' about 2026 comeback
Carr retired before the start of the 2025 season because of a right shoulder issue. Apparently, he now feels healthy.
J.J. McCarthy News / Total Pro Sports / February 25
Minnesota Vikings VP Offers Damning Comments That Suggest JJ McCarthy Is Done
Minnesota Vikings executive vice president of football operations and interim GM Rob Brzezinski put quarterback JJ McCarthy on notice with some damning comments at the NFL Combine.
Kirk Cousins News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Minnesota Vikings: NFL Analyst Predicts Kirk Cousins Will Return and be Starting Quarterback in 2026
The Minnesota Vikings finished with a 9-8 record this past season in the NFL and missed the playoffs. Minnesota was 14-3 in 2025 and made the playoffs with Sam Darnold at quarterback.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / February 25
What realistic options do Vikings have at QB for 2026?
Through two seasons, J.J. McCarthy has struggled to stay on the field amid injuries, and when he is on the field, he's battled inconsistency.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / February 26
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell, executive seem to make feelings clear about J.J. McCarthy
A 2024 first-round draft choice, McCarthy spent his entire rookie season recovering from a full meniscus repair. Injuries then limited him to just 10 starts, some of which were far from impressive, this past season.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25
Former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has landed a new job
The Minnesota Vikings made a big change to their front office by firing Adofo-Mensah on Jan. 30. However, it didn’t take long for him to find a new job.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
ESPN got ripped for screwing up their Rondale Moore tribute
ESPN was among a number of media outlets that received sharp criticism for a major error in covering the death of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore.
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