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Vikings' Isaiah Rodgers reacts to controversial overturn of his pick-six

Vikings' Isaiah Rodgers reacts to controversial overturn of his pick-six

It probably wouldn't have made much of a difference in the final result, given how poorly the Vikings played in all three phases in Thursday night's blowout loss against the Chargers.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 24
Vikings loss to the Chargers exposes multiple weaknesses that will haunt them for the remainder of the season

Vikings loss to the Chargers exposes multiple weaknesses that will haunt them for the remainder of the season

The Los Angeles Chargers embarrassed the Minnesota Vikings on multiple levels this past Thursday night by a score of 37-10. After the Vikings got a pick-six that was overturned inexplicably, it felt like the Vikings were just out of sync the rest of the way.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes? 

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz
The 'Active NFL game-winning-drives leaders' quiz
The 'Most touchdown passes by NFL franchise' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / October 24
Vikings plan to turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9

Vikings plan to turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell took most of the blame for Minnesota's 27-point loss to the Chargers on Thursday and expects to hand the ball back to quarterback J.J.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Justin Jefferson News / Total Apex Sports / October 24
Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver Justin Jefferson Makes History Against the Los Angeles Chargers

Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver Justin Jefferson Makes History Against the Los Angeles Chargers

Look, we’ve all seen plenty of NFL records broken over the years, but what Justin Jefferson pulled off Thursday night against the Chargers? That’s the kind of milestone that makes you stop scrolling through your phone and actually pay attention to what’s happening on the field.

Blake Cashman News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24

Staring down the barrel, Blake Cashman says Vikings have to 'nut up'

Through eight weeks, the Minnesota Vikings have just three wins. The alarm bells really get loud when you realize that they barely beat Caleb Williams and Dillon Gabriel, while blowing away a Bengals team that was reeling the week after Joe Burrow suffered a long-term toe injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Ranking the Vikings' 5 worst performances of the Kevin O'Connell era

Ranking the Vikings' 5 worst performances of the Kevin O'Connell era

The Vikings' 37-10 loss to the Chargers on Thursday night was one of the ugliest performances of the Kevin O'Connell era, which is now almost halfway through its fourth season.

NFL News / Yardbarker
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

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.

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz
 The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz
The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz
 The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
 The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Vikings most to blame for blowout loss on TNF vs. Chargers

Vikings most to blame for blowout loss on TNF vs. Chargers

Both the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers were coming off disappointing losses to conference rivals when they met on Thursday night in Week 8.

Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / October 24
Justin Jefferson in Line to Surpass Randy Moss’ Career Receiving Yards After 8K Milestone

Justin Jefferson in Line to Surpass Randy Moss’ Career Receiving Yards After 8K Milestone

Justin Jefferson continues to rewrite the Minnesota Vikings record book and the NFL’s history books along the way. On Thursday night against the Los Angeles Chargers, Jefferson became the youngest player in league history to reach 8,000 career receiving yards, cementing his place among the game’s elite at just 26 years and 129 days old.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
O’Connell confirms McCarthy plan after Vikings' blowout loss

Kevin O’Connell confirms J.J. McCarthy plan after Vikings' blowout loss to Chargers

Shortly after the Vikings fell to 3-4 on the season, O’Connell spoke with reporters and sounded like a head coach who was eager to turn back to Week 1 QB1 McCarthy.

Vikings' quarterback gamble is looking like a major flop 
'TNF' takeaways: Justin Herbert dominates just when Chargers needed it 
The most notable single-season declines in NFL history
The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz
Christian Darrisaw News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell explains curious Christian Darrisaw injury saga

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell explains curious Christian Darrisaw injury saga

The Minnesota Vikings lost their seat atop the AFC West after getting pillaged by the Los Angeles Chargers, 37-10, at SoFi Stadium on Thursday. The Vikings dropped back-to-back assignments for the first time this season after also losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Did NFL call in to correct Al Michaels on Will Reichard FG stat?

Did NFL call in to correct Al Michaels on Will Reichard FG stat?

The Minnesota Vikings lost for the second time in five days after the team’s no-show on Thursday Night Football. A banged up Carson Wentz got the start but struggled against a strong Los Angeles Chargers defense.

Al Michaels News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24
NFL forced Al Michaels to backtrack on statement during 'TNF'

NFL forced Al Michaels to backtrack on statement he made during 'TNF' game

Al Michaels had to hit the “undo” button while on the call for Thursday night’s game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers.

'TNF' takeaways: Justin Herbert dominates just when Chargers needed it 
Vikings' quarterback gamble is looking like a major flop 
25 NFL legends who never won a Super Bowl
The 'NFL receiving yards-per-game leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 24
'TNF': Justin Herbert dominates just when Chargers needed it 

'TNF' takeaways: Justin Herbert dominates just when Chargers needed it 

It was an impressive showing by both quarterback Justin Herbert and the Chargers defense.

Vikings' quarterback gamble is looking like a major flop 
NFL forced Al Michaels to backtrack on statement he made during 'TNF' game
Brian Burns addresses viral clip after Giants' collapse in loss to Broncos
Ravens players address noteworthy locker room decision amid losing streak
Bills' Josh Allen received advice from grandmother after back-to-back losses
Sean Payton's response to Russell Wilson will leave fans disappointed
Justin Jefferson News / A to Z Sports / October 24
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson's impressive sideline catch almost came at a cost, but instead it turned into a fun moment

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson's impressive sideline catch almost came at a cost, but instead it turned into a fun moment

The Minnesota Vikings have struggled in all areas during their primetime matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. However, quarterback Carson Wentz has been looking to Justin Jefferson in moments, and as expected, the star receiver makes the grab.

Aaron Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / October 23
Vikings make major move with star RB Aaron Jones

Vikings make major move with star RB Aaron Jones

This certainly reveals the team’s confidence in its highest-paid running back.

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
The 'NFL receiving yards-per-game leaders' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23
Vikings Officially Activate RB Aaron Jones From IR, Among Three Roster Moves

Vikings Officially Activate RB Aaron Jones From IR, Among Three Roster Moves

The Minnesota Vikings announced they activated RB Aaron Jones from injured reserve, waived LB Kobe King, and elevated G Henry Byrd from their practice

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