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Minnesota Vikings' 2025 season officially dealt a knockout blow that will impact the final four games

The Minnesota Vikings were facing an uphill battle to make the playoffs after starting 5-8, but the door was still open; they just needed a lot to happen to earn a spot.

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Vikings officially eliminated, will miss playoffs for 4th time in 6 seasons

The Minnesota Vikings have been eliminated from the playoffs, marking the fourth time in the last six seasons that they've failed to reach the postseason tournament.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 14

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy's path toward success vs. Dallas Cowboys just got significantly easier for him and Justin Jefferson

One of the more difficult things this season for the Minnesota Vikings has been the lack of production for wide receiver Justin Jefferson. It's been a tough year for the multiple-time All-Pro, as he's caught just 64 passes for 810 yards and two touchdowns.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / December 13

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy aims to build on breakout game against Cowboys defense

J.J. McCarthy will start his third consecutive game when the Vikings visit Dallas on Sunday night. After his most efficient performance of the season, he now faces a Cowboys defense ranked near the bottom of every major category.

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How many of the players with the most recent 10-touchdown (non-passing) season by NFL team can you name in five minutes?

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J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / December 13

NFL Announces Punishment Decision on J.J. McCarthy Incident

J.J. McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Washington Commanders 31-0 in Week 14. It was a dominant win and ended a four-game losing streak. McCarthy finished the game completing 16-of-23 passes for 163 yards, three touchdowns, zero interceptions and a 129.2 passer rating.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 12

Despite success, Brian Flores seems likely to stick around as Vikings' DC

This past offseason, Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores interviewed for head coaching vacancies with the Bears, Jets, and Jaguars. He didn't end up landing any of those jobs, but his success in Minnesota made him a prominent candidate around the league.

Christian Darrisaw News / A to Z Sports / December 12

Minnesota Vikings Final Injury Report: Christian Darrisaw's health remains an issue, and one key defender is returning

The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. The last time the Vikings played in Dallas was in 2019, a game that was also on Sunday Night Football on NBC, which Minnesota won.

Minnesota Vikings News / FloTrack / December 12

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Joe Burrow News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 12

Could the Vikings make a Joe Burrow trade work under the salary cap?

The idea of the Minnesota Vikings trading for superstar quarterback Joe Burrow has become quite the topic of discussion on social media this week after Burrow's eye-opening comments in a press conference on Wednesday.

Justin Jefferson News / A to Z Sports / December 12

Justin Jefferson primed for breakout performance Sunday night thanks to an old nemesis the Vikings have dominated in the past

Sunday night is going to be a huge game for both the Minnesota Vikings and Dallas Cowboys, with both teams needing to win to keep their fleeting playoff hopes alive.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 12

Vikings score predictions for Week 15 SNF showdown with Cowboys

Beating the Commanders in dominant fashion provided a moment of joy and relief for the Vikings, who snapped a four-game losing streak and looked like themselves again in a lost season.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 12

Cowboys represent a much tougher test for J.J. McCarthy, Vikings

If you're just looking at certain team defensive metrics, the Vikings' game against the Cowboys this week doesn't look much different than their most recent contest against the Commanders in terms of the challenge it will present J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 12

How Week 15 needs to break for the Vikings' best possible draft pick

While a miracle path to the playoffs still exists, the more realistic outcome is that the Minnesota Vikings will miss the playoffs and be picking in the top half of the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 11

Vikings’ Jordan Addison, TJ Hockenson limited at practice before Cowboys game

The Minnesota Vikings are hoping to put together a winning streak when they face the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night at AT&T Stadium. They hammered the Washington Commanders in Week 14, putting an end to their painful 4-game losing streak.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 11

J.J. McCarthy, Justin Jefferson still trying to establish a connection

J.J. McCarthy's breakout performance last week against the Commanders included a lot of encouraging signs of progress. Albeit against a very poor defense, the 22-year-old quarterback was decisive and accurate while throwing three touchdown passes and avoiding any turnovers.

Christian Darrisaw News / A to Z Sports / December 11

Minnesota Vikings Thursday Injury Report: Concern mounts for LT Christian Darrisaw despite normal Thursday practice status

The Minnesota Vikings are one wrong result away from being eliminated from the playoffs. It's their own fault, as they currently sit at 5-8 on the season due to the inconsistency with quarterback J.J.

J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / December 11

J.J. McCarthy has an easy task on paper in the Dallas Cowboys, but one crucial element could spell disaster for the Minnesota Vikings

Sunday afternoon was one to remember for Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy. He had his best game of the season against the Washington Commanders, with an EPA/play of 0.39 on 16-23 for 163 yards and three touchdowns.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 11

Vikings have a chance to cripple Cowboys' playoff hopes Sunday night

Who needs a win more Sunday night: Dallas or Minnesota? Technically, it's the Vikings, who are eliminated from playoff contention unless they win out and get a lot of help.