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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 21
Vikings Fact or Myth: 4 things stand out in Minnesota’s 2-0 start, and it starts with Brian Flores’ defense
From the Vikings’ running game to Carson Wentz’s future to Brian Flores’ defense, there’s plenty to sort through after two weeks. The Minnesota Vikings‘ 2-0 start on the season is a fascinating trip that resulted in back-to-back wins in the NFC North.
Caleb Banks News / Bring Me The Sports / September 21
PFF's horrid grade for Caleb Banks doesn't match Vikings coach's praise
Despite flashing with a couple of big plays in Minnesota’s 9-3 win over the Chicago Bears, Vikings rookie defensive lineman Caleb Banks received the lowest defensive grade on the team from Pro Football Focus.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
NFL executive sounds alarms about Bears, Ben Johnson after Caleb Williams injury in loss to Vikings
Williams suffered a scary-looking hamstring injury midway through the contest's fourth quarter.
The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz
36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
Brian Flores-led defense can put Vikings in Super Bowl discussion when Kyler Murray gets back
The Minnesota Vikings have passed a couple of key tests in the first two weeks of the season. A week after the Vikings defense dominated Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers in the fourth quarter of the season opener, the Vikings shut down Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears on the road in Week 2.
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.
Brian Flores News / A to Z Sports / September 21
Brian Flores’ brilliance sealed Vikings victory vs. Bears in a way other defensive coordinators couldn’t accomplish
Dallas Turner’s game-winning sack was the product of brilliant schematic design, and it signals something bigger about this Vikings defense. The Minnesota Vikings escaped Soldier Field with a 9-3 win over the Chicago Bears in a defensive slugfest that saw Bears starting quarterback Caleb Williams leave with an injury.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 21
Grading Every Vikings Position Group in Week 2's 9-3 Win vs. Bears (Defense Shines in the Windy City)
The Vikings beat the Bears for the seventh straight time at Soldier Field on Sunday, powered by a strong defensive effort that stifled the NFL's top offense.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 21
3 themes behind Vikings win vs. Bears will help them thrive going into heart of their schedule
Dallas Turner’s 2 sacks and 10 pressures in back-to-back weeks have Minnesota’s defense looking like one of the best units in the league. The Minnesota Vikings defense stole the show in Chicago, and the biggest star of the game was edge rusher Dallas Turner.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 21
3 Winners and 1 Loser in Vikings 9-3 Win Over Bears
The Minnesota Vikings did not need an offensive explosion to leave Soldier Field with another win. They beat the Chicago Bears 9-3 in a rain-soaked NFC North battle and moved to 2-0.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
Vikings’ Dallas Turner shares classy reaction to Caleb Williams’ injury
Coach Kevin O’Connell’s Minnesota Vikings took on Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears in Week 2 action without injured Kyler Murray, who got an encouraging update.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
Aaron Jones had a perfect response to the hit that sent his helmet flying
Aaron Jones had quite the Sunday. Thrust into a workhorse role with Jordan Mason on IR, the Vikings’ 31-year-old running back received 23 carries — the most he’s handled in four years.
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.
Justin Jefferson News / Viral Sports News / September 21
Justin Jefferson Says What Many Were Thinking About Vikings’ Offense
The Minnesota Vikings left Soldier Field with a 9-3 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday and a 2-0 start in the NFC North, even if the offense never found much rhythm in the rain.
Dallas Turner News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
Dallas Turner looks like Vikings' next superstar sack artist: 'He's a problem'
Dallas Turner has arrived. If that wasn’t clear after his stellar season opener against the Packers, there’s no denying it now. This is the player the Vikings were so excited to trade up and draft in the first round two years ago.
Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Vikings Announce New Kyler Murray Update After Beating Bears
The Minnesota Vikings walked out of a soggy Soldier Field with a 9-3 win Sunday, but the performance under center left little doubt about who the team still views as its quarterback of the future.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 20
Demond Claiborne Deserves a Bigger Role With Vikings Despite Quiet Week 2
There wasn't a whole lotta offensive excitement in the Vikings' 9-3 win over the rival Bears in Week 2. But hey, a win's a win. That said, one player whom Purple and Gold fans wanted to see more from on Sunday was Demond Claiborne, especially after the rookie running back was a healthy scratch in the season-opening win over the Packers.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Vikings’ Brian Flores makes Ben Johnson’s Bears look stupid all day with dominant Minnesota defense
The Minnesota Vikings faced a difficult assignment in Week 2 as they had to go into Soldier Field to take on the explosive Chicago Bears and quarterback Caleb Williams.
Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / September 20
Vikings Defense Leads Minnesota to Gritty Win Over Bears
The Minnesota Vikings improved to 2-0 on Sunday, defeating the Chicago Bears 9-3 in a defensive battle at Soldier Field. After both teams scored plenty of points in Week 1, the NFC North matchup turned into a completely different game.
NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 20
By the numbers: Vikings defense completely derails Bears hype train
It took the Chicago Bears one week and a meeting with Brian Flores and the Minnesota Vikings defense to go from being considered the NFL’s most explosive offense to a team searching for answers.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Watch Dallas Turner eat Colston Loveland’s lunch to end Vikings’ ugly win over Bears
The Minnesota Vikings improved to 2-0 on Sunday afternoon with a road win over the divisional rival Chicago Bears. The Vikings controlled this game most of the way, but still had to hold on for dear life in the end as backup Bears quarterback Tyler Bagent had a chance to win the game on the last play.
NFL News / Bring Me The News / September 20
Vikings-Bears instant reaction: Significant injuries in the North, Bradbury, RB health, more
The Minnesota Vikings are off to a 2-0 start after beating the Chicago Bears 9-3 on a rainy Sunday at Soldier Field. Get the full game recap from Will Ragatz here, and continue with this story for our instant reaction to what the win means for Minnesota.
Stephon Gilmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 18
Stephon Gilmore Signs One-Day Contract To Retire With Patriots
Veteran CB Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL back in April after 13 seasons in the league. On Friday, Gilmore signed a one-day contract with the Patriots to retire with the organization. Gilmore, 35, was taken with the No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
High-powered Bears offense set to face Vikings defense allowing yards but stingy on points
The Bears lead the NFL in multiple offensive categories after a 59-37 win in the season opener at the Carolina Panthers.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings' QB competition was reportedly never about J.J. McCarthy
That's the type of locker room management that can really take a team the long way.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings reportedly 'pushed hard' to get Drake Maye in 2024 NFL Draft
According to ESPN insider Kevin Seifert, the Vikings aggressively pushed to move up to No. 3 and get Maye, as they didn't think J.J. McCarthy was ready at the time.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 18
NFL insiders repeat Carson Wentz warning for Vikings' Kyler Murray
Minnesota Vikings radio sideline reporter Ben Leber is among those who think Vikings starting quarterback Kyler Murray won't clear the concussion protocol in time to play in this coming Sunday's game at the rival Chicago Bears (1-0).
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