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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16

Vikings' Kyler Murray gets strong Carson Wentz warning amid uncertainty

Wentz helped the Vikings earn a 39-22 win over the Green Bay Packers this past Sunday, and he will start for Minnesota against Chicago if Murray can't go.

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks on Kyler Murray's status after QB suffers concussion in Week 1 against Packers

Vikings' Carson Wentz gets bad news after replacing Kyler Murray

Carson Wentz earns massive bonus following Vikings win

The '3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Vikings DC Brian Flores makes eye-opening take on Week 2 Bears showdown

The Minnesota Vikings defense faces an early-season trial by fire in Week 2, and defensive coordinator Brian Flores is embracing every second of the challenge.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Single-season TD record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

The 'Monsters of the Midway' quiz

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

Three RBs work out for Vikings amid Jordan Mason uncertainty

Three running backs work out for Vikings amid Jordan Mason uncertainty

Perhaps it’s nothing more than the Vikings doing their due diligence, but it could be no coincidence that three running backs were at TCO Performance Center in Eagan one day after head coach Kevin O’Connell revealed that Jordan Mason is dealing with a thumb injury.

The 'Last 120-receiving-yard and TD game by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Kevin O'Connell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 15

The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right Against the Packers (And What It Means Moving Forward)

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Sunday’s 39-22 victory against the Packers was anything but ordinary for the Vikings, but in a sense, that’s exactly why it was an entirely on-brand performance.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley host multiple players for tryouts, including one with an interesting background

The Minnesota Vikings are always looking for more talent, and an injury to Jordan Mason opened the door. After the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon, the team turned its attention to some minor injuries.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Latest Kyler Murray injury update comes from an unlikely Vikings source

Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores did some rare media after Sunday’s big win, and talked about Kyler Murray. One of the biggest question marks surrounding the Minnesota Vikings is quarterback Kyler Murray.

Jerome Ford News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Vikings Worked Out Four Including RB Jerome Ford

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted four free agents for workouts on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: DB Maceo Beard RB Ulysses Bentley RB Jerome Ford RB Kenny McIntosh Ford, 26, transferred from Alabama to Cincinnati after two years and played two years for the Bearcats.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16

Vikings' Carson Wentz gets bad news after replacing Kyler Murray

Wentz completed 12 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns in the comeback win over the Packers, and the arm talent and experience are there, but so are the wild decisions and inconsistency.

Insider shares new Sam Darnold update

Falcons seemingly make major Cooper Rush decision for Week 2 game

Bills' Joe Brady wasn't satisfied with Josh Allen despite game-winning TD

Broncos coach Sean Payton reacts to the Drew Brees comeback report

Browns players give very different answers to QB1 question

Rams get positive update on Aaron Donald's Week 2 status

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

Carson Wentz's head movement gave Justin Jefferson rare 1-on-1 for TD

Justin Jefferson made a phenomenal grab on his 39-yard touchdown reception against the Packers on Sunday, but he was in a rare one-on-one matchup thanks to a subtle move by quarterback Carson Wentz.

Andrew Van Ginkel News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 15

Andrew Van Ginkel's Week 1 Performance Showed Why He Needs a Contract Extension ASAP

The Vikings’ victory over their rival Packers on Sunday proved a lot about the team as a whole. Despite what was, to be frank, a horrible start, the team rallied and dominated the Packers to come away with a 39-22 win.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

Dallas Turner News / TWSN / September 15

The Dallas Turner Week 1 Stat That Signals a 2026 Breakout

Heading into the NFL, Dallas Turner had extremely high expectations placed upon him due to his draft slot. The Minnesota Vikings selected Turner 17th overall

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

'He's going to die!' The funniest Packers fan meltdowns from Vikings nightmare

If Mr. Flapjack Presents throws his hat into the ring for Minnesota governor, he might win November’s election after creating the most hilarious anti-Packers video I’ve ever seen.

Justin Jefferson News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Vikings Film Room: Justin Jefferson is getting the ball in unique ways, creating potential evolution in Kevin O’Connell’s offense

The journey of a play-caller is different in every situation, but there are some interesting things that Kevin O’Connell is doing. One of the more frustrating parts of the Minnesota Vikings‘ offense in 2025 was the lack of involvement for wide receiver Justin Jefferson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 15

Vikings Snap Count Analysis: Biggest Winners, Losers and Role Changes Ahead of Week 2

The Vikings' improbable comeback to open the 2026 NFL season was impressive. While it took a lot of heart and determination, it also took strong planning and execution to complete.

Paul Allen News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

Kevin O'Connell surprises Vikings announcer Paul Allen ahead of looming milestone

Paul Allen, who is in his 25th season as the radio voice of the Minnesota Vikings, was surprised Tuesday when Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell invited him to sound the Gjallarhorn before Minnesota’s Week 7 game against the Indianapolis Colts.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Justin Jefferson, Josh Oliver Receive Top Grades From PFF After Win vs. Packers

On Sunday, Carson Wentz kept the Minnesota Vikings alive after Kyler Murray exited early following just 11 offensive plays. Wentz changed the complexion of the game by completing 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns, helping Minnesota erase a 22-10 deficit and score the final 29 points.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Vikings EDGE Dallas Turner’s breakout game is what we expected all along under Brian Flores

The Minnesota Vikings’ selection of Dallas Turner wasn’t always viewed highly by the fanbase, but it certainly feels better after Sunday. The emergence of Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Dallas Turner was something that they needed going into the season.