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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 27

If the Vikings move on from J.J. McCarthy, there are multiple teams that make sense for him

It’s no secret that J.J. McCarthy could be on the move, and there are teams that make sense for him to land. The quarterback room for the Minnesota Vikings is one of the more interesting ones in the NFL.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 27

Insider says Wentz 'definitely' tracking to be Vikings' backup QB

Is J.J. McCarthy about to go from battling for the starting quarterback job to QB3 on the Vikings’ depth chart? Following an up-and-down performance in Saturday’s preseason loss to the Ravens as well as another injury setback, it seems increasingly likely McCarthy will start the season as Minnesota’s third-string quarterback.

Harrison Smith News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell teases cryptic Harrison Smith conversations

The Minnesota Vikings have just over two weeks to go until they are set to kick off the new 2026 NFL season. The Vikings recently got some tough news when it was announced that linebacker Jamal Adams would miss the entire upcoming season due to an injury sustained during training camp.

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J.J. McCarthy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27

Will J.J. McCarthy’s injury ruin chances to win Vikings’ QB2 job vs. Broncos?

J.J. McCarthy’s young career has not gone according to plan. The Minnesota Vikings drafted him in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft after he led Michigan to a national championship.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 27

How to Watch Vikings' Preseason Finale vs. Broncos (Start Time, Channel, Who to Monitor & More)

Time is almost up for training camps around the NFL now that the final week of the 2026 preseason is here. After last week's offensively anemic performance

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 27

Breaking Point: 4 Question Vikings Still Must Answer as Regular Season Looms

Regular season football is nearly back! After a long eight months, the Vikings will host the Packers in the afternoon slot on Sept. 13. The path that's led here has been a wild one, to say the least.

Jeshaun Jones News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 27

Jeshaun Jones Suspension Opens the Door for Another Vikings WR to Extend His Stay

The 2026 NFL regular season is almost here, and the Vikings will be down a man when the action kicks off. On Tuesday, ESPN's Kevin Siefert on X reported that Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jeshaun Jones is suspended for the first three games of the 2026 NFL season due to violating the league's substance abuse policy.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 27

Vikings vs. Broncos Preview: 5 key elements to watch that will impact the 53-man roster

The Minnesota Vikings are set to have their final preseason game, and it will answer a lot of roster math questions. The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Denver Broncos in their preseason finale on Friday night.

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / August 27

What Vikings' Kevin O'Connell didn't say amid rumors about possible J.J. McCarthy decision

Things continue to go from bad to worse for Minnesota Vikings quarterback and third-year pro J.J. McCarthy this summer.

Is Vikings' Kyler Murray offense better for Carson Wentz than J.J. McCarthy?

Former Vikings player suggests poor J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray relationship could lead to stunning decision

Kevin O’Connell could be coaching for his job as Vikings fall behind NFC North rivals

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Harrison Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26

Vikings Remaining In Touch With S Harrison Smith

Shortly after the Vikings released veteran safety Harrison Smith, Minnesota made it known that the transaction was not an indication that Smith would retire and that it was open to Smith potentially returning.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 26

Vikings' Preseason Darling Is Doing All the Right Things to Secure a Roster Spot

EAGAN, MN — The Vikings have had several unexpected heroes rise to the occasion through camp. Seeing guys like Chuck Demmings and Jacob Thomas steal headlines is one of the best parts of every preseason.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 26

Former Vikings star Everson Griffen arrested after being tased on I-394 in Minneapolis

Former Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl defensive end Everson Griffen was tased by law enforcement on Interstate 394 early Wednesday and was subsequently booked into the Hennepin County Jail.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 26

Vikings' Early Run Game Struggles Raise New Red Flags

With a healthy offensive line, the addition of run coordinator Frank Smith, and a rookie with track speed, the pieces are there for a much-improved Vikings run game.

J.J. McCarthy News / Viral Sports News / August 26

Vikings Warned Not to Make Costly J.J. McCarthy Mistake

The Minnesota Vikings head into their final preseason game Friday night against the Denver Broncos with more questions than answers about third-year quarterback J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Lindy's Sports / August 26

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell Sends Quiet Message on Kyler Murray, JJ McCarthy Decision

Since the Minnesota Vikings announced that it would be Kyler Murray, not JJ McCarthy, starting the season off as QB1 two weeks ago, things have only gotten worse for the former first-round pick.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 26

As the season approaches, questions persist about Vikings' depth at two spots

The Vikings are less than three weeks away from taking the field for the first time in the 2026 regular season when they host the Green Bay Packers on September 13.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 26

Former Vikings player suggests poor J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray relationship could lead to stunning decision

It has since been suggested that the Vikings could ultimately waive J.J. McCarthy before the deadline for teams to trim rosters to 53 players arrives Sunday at 6 p.m. ET.

Is Vikings' Kyler Murray offense better for Carson Wentz than J.J. McCarthy?

Kevin O’Connell could be coaching for his job as Vikings fall behind NFC North rivals

Insider thinks Vikings could make shocking J.J. McCarthy move after practice development

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Harrison Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 26

Vikings Have Spoken With Harrison Smith As Recently As This Week

Per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert, Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell said he has spoken with S Harrison Smith as recently as this week. O’Connell added he would provide

Caleb Banks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 26

Vikings Already Second-Guessing Decision To Draft First-Round DT Caleb Banks?

According to Essentially Sports’ Tony Pauline, there may already be some doubts in Minnesota about first-round DT Caleb Banks just months after he was selected with the No.