Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / October 19

Why Vikings are using Jordan Mason, Zavier Scott in different ways while awaiting Aaron Jones' injury return

Minnesota has some options.

Justin Jefferson News / Sporting News / October 19

Vikings' Justin Jefferson needs 119 receiving yards to set a historic NFL record

JJ is as good as it gets.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 19

Rapoport's report doesn't help quiet the J.J. McCarthy 'soft benching' conspiracy theory

For all we know, there's zero reason to believe the conspiracy theory that J.J. McCarthy is the subject of a "soft benching" in wake of Carson Wentz leading the Vikings to a 3-2 record while McCarthy remains sidelined with a high ankle sprain.

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Carson Wentz News / Sporting News / October 19

Why Carson Wentz is starting QB for Minnesota Vikings in Week 7 vs. Philadelphia Eagles

There's a simple explanation.

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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.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / October 18

With 119 receiving yards, Justin Jefferson will be the fastest to 8,000

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson can make a little history on Sunday. Jefferson will be playing his 83rd regular-season game against the Eagles. He has 7,881 career receiving yards.

Blake Cashman News / Pro Football Rumors / October 18

Vikings veteran defender set to make return against Eagles

The 29-year-old suffered a hamstring injury in Week 1 and has been unavailable since.

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 18

Vikings Make Key Roster Move Official

The Minnesota Vikings have been haunted by injuries throughout the 2025 campaign, but this week, the reinforcements are arriving. Carson Wentz will make his fourth start, but this time, he’ll play behind a potentially bolstered offensive line.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 18

Vikings Rookie Set to Make His NFL Debut

The focus in Vikings Nation has been on the quarterback mystery between Carson Wentz and J.J. McCarthy. Both guys entered the bye week with injuries, but only one of them is ready for the full workload, and that’s the veteran.

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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.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

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Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Brian Flores News / A to Z Sports / October 18

Brian Flores has fixed one major flaw with the Vikings' defense and it could help Minnesota sustain success this season

The Minnesota Vikings have finally seen sustained success under head coach Kevin O'Connell. Five games into year four, they are 37-19 under O'Connell's tutelage.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 18

Vikings Activate LBs Blake Cashman & Tyler Batty From IR

The Vikings announced two roster moves ahead of Week 7, activating linebackers Blake Cashman and Tyler Batty from injured reserve. Cashman, 29, is a former fifth-round pick of the Jets back in 2019.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 18

When Should J.J. McCarthy Return to QB1 Duties?

QB Carson Wentz gets the start for the Vikings’ Week 7 matchup against the reigning Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles in a home bout at U.S. Bank Stadium.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 18

Minnesota Vikings lead the league in key defensive category and it could catapult them to a victory over the Philadelphia Eagles

Sunday afternoon is an important game for both the Philadelphia Eagles and Minnesota Vikings. After starting out the season 4-0, the Eagles have lost two in a row mainly due to the struggles on offense.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 18

Pretty Quietly, Vikings Slide Another Lineup Decision in Ahead of Week 7

Understandably, the attention has been on Carson Wentz and J.J. McCarthy. Less consequential but still fascinating is who will be snapping the ball for the Vikings.

NFL News / purplePTSD.com / October 18

The Eagles at Vikings in Week 7: QB Questions, Slowing Saquon, and Four More Points

The Eagles at Vikings in Week 7 feels pretty consequential for both sides. After a sizzling start to the season, Philadelphia has stumbled. The past pair of weeks have involved a pair of losses, leading to a 4-2 record for the defending champs.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 18

The View from VT: Fantastic OL Update, 3 Vikings Traded, and Phillips Pounds Table

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 17

J.J. McCarthy Is (Kind of) Back

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has not played since Week 2, a Sunday night game against the Atlanta Falcons. Six days after delivering a fourth-quarter comeback in his NFL debut, the young passer played a poor football game.

Justin Jefferson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 17

One of the best WRs in NFL history says Justin Jefferson is NFL's best

Who's the best wide receiver in the NFL? The ongoing debate never takes a day off, and legendary Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald chimed in on The Rich Eisen Show on Thursday.

Carson Wentz News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Carson Wentz revenge game officially happening in Week 7

The Carson Wentz revenge game is officially happening.

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy shares concerning admission about lingering ankle injury

Justin Jefferson faked out Vikings GM with great prank

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 17

Minnesota Vikings final injury report reveals the starting quarterback, good news about the trenches on both sides

The Minnesota Vikings will be taking on the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday afternoon with a lot of questions surrounding the game. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores is going to have his hands full with Jalen Hurts, but his scheme is perfect to neutralize him.