Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Christian Darrisaw News / Total Apex Sports / September 12

Minnesota Vikings Offensive Lineman Christian Darrisaw Out For Week 2

Just when Minnesota Vikings fans thought things were looking up after a gritty Week 1 comeback, the injury report dropped like a lead balloon. Minnesota will be without a trio of key players for its Sunday night showdown against the Atlanta Falcons, and the biggest name on that list is left tackle Christian Darrisaw.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 12

Vikings-Falcons Week 2 score predictions from the Vikings On SI staff

U.S. Bank Stadium is going to be absolutely rocking on Sunday night. The Vikings are 1-0 after beating the Bears in thrilling comeback fashion on Monday, which has only added to the excitement around this 2025 team.

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How many of the players to throw for 4,000 yards in a single season most recently for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments

Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.

Justin Jefferson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is one catch away from NFL history

The Minnesota Vikings are coming off a 14-3 season in which they earned the best record in NFL history of any team that did not win their division title.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / September 12

Revealed: The best and worst new foods at U.S. Bank Stadium for Vikings season

The 2025 Minnesota Vikings season kicked off with a comeback win on the road. When the home-opener arrives on Sept. 14, there will be 22 local vendors and a litany of new items making their home debut alongside J.J.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Dallas Turner News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Dallas Turner set to take on significant role in Week 2 vs. Falcons and Kevin O'Connell is confident in him 'My excitement is genuine'

Injuries are a significant part of football, and the Minnesota Vikings are feeling the brunt of that going into Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons. The final injury report was released on Friday afternoon with the Vikings having three players ruled out: cornerback Jeff Okudah, edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel, and left tackle Christian Darrisaw.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Vikings down 2 key starters for Falcons game on SNF

For the second consecutive week, the Minnesota Vikings will be featured in prime time in their Week 2 meeting with the Atlanta Falcons. However, they will prepare to get the job done shorthanded after ruling out left tackle Christian Darrisaw and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel on Friday.

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J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / September 12

J.J. McCarthy's Path to Success vs. Falcons Revealed by NFL Analyst Ryan Clark

The Minnesota Vikings have a deceptively tough game against Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons this week in Minnesota with two second-year quarterbacks expected to battle it out for the win.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 12

What Fantasy Owners Should Expect From Aaron Jones After Jordan Mason Breakout

While Minnesota Vikings running backs were in a 50-50 timeshare for Week 1 against the Chicago Bears, not all opportunities are created equal. Jordan Mason took a lion's share of the workload on the ground, tallying 68 yards rushing on 15 carries in the 27-24 win on Monday night.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / September 12

Andrew Van Ginkel, Christian Darrisaw ruled out for Vikings-Falcons

The Vikings will not have a couple of key players for Sunday's matchup against the Falcons. Outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (concussion) and offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw (knee) are out for Week 2.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Vikings final injury report gives worrisome update ahead of home opener vs. Falcons

The Minnesota Vikings are in a tough spot when it comes to injuries going into their home opener against the Atlanta Falcons. They will likely end up playing a big factor for the Vikings, but the hope is they have the players who can step up.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 12

Best moments from Vikings' mic'd-up Monday night videos in Chicago

The Vikings rallied from an 11-point fourth quarter deficit and beat the Bears 27-24 on Monday night, with J.J. McCarthy leading a thrilling comeback in his NFL debut.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 12

'I absolutely love it': Tom Brady on J.J. McCarthy’s emotional Vikings comeback

J.J. McCarthy's heroics in Monday's 27-24 come-from-behind win has garnered significant attention, including from future Hall of Famer and current FOX NFL analyst Tom Brady.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 12

Colin Cowherd says J.J. McCarthy lucked out with Vikings, like kids with ‘good parents’

Colin Cowherd has flipped his opinion of J.J. McCarthy faster than McCarthy led the Vikings to a comeback victory over the Bears in his NFL debut on Monday night.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 11

'Mostly on me': Justin Jefferson takes blame for J.J. McCarthy's pick-six

Star receiver Justin Jefferson says the blame lies on him for the pick-six thrown by first year starting QB J.J. McCarthy in the third quarter of Minnesota's 27-24 win over the Bears.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12

Why it's 'panic mode' for this NFC team with a loss in Week 2

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / September 11

Gallery: All the new foods at U.S. Bank Stadium this Vikings season

Following a comeback win on the road in week 1, the Minnesota Vikings will have their home opener on Sept. 14. When fans arrive for the first home tilt of the 2025 season, they will find dozens of new food items dotting the concourse.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Vikings Worked Out Six Defensive Free Agents

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted six defensive free agents for tryouts on Thursday. The full list includes: DB Shemar Bartholomew DB Brandon Crossley

J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

J.J. McCarthy had good reason for missing Vikings practice

J.J. McCarthy led the Minnesota Vikings to a comeback win on Monday night, but that may not be the most exciting thing that has happened for the quarterback this week.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11

Vikings Place LB Blake Cashman, RB Ty Chandler On IR

Blake Cashman‘s Week 1 hamstring injury made him a candidate for injured reserve. A month-long absence (if not longer) is indeed now in store for the veteran linebacker.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Vikings Place LB Blake Cashman On IR Among Six Roster Moves

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have placed LB Blake Cashman and RB Ty Chandler on injured reserve. Additionally, the Vikings signed WR Tim Jones and TE Nick Vannett to the active roster and signed CB Tyrek Funderburk and LB Sione Takitaki to the practice squad.

Justin Jefferson News / Total Apex Sports / September 11

Justin Jefferson’s Heartwarming Chain Gift Shows Why He’s More Than Just a Star Receiver

Look, we’ve all seen superstars toss footballs into the stands or sign a quick autograph after games. But what Justin Jefferson did Monday night at Soldier Field?

Harrison Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / September 10