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Vikings Day 6 Training Camp: Neither quarterback stood out, while one rookie continues to shine

After the first day of full pads at Minnesota Vikings training camp, they have taken the pads off on Tuesday. It’s relatively normal to have a lighter day after having the pads on, meaning it will be more of a walkthrough.

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Zay Flowers' extension is a reminder that keeping Jordan Addison won't be cheap

On Tuesday, the Baltimore Ravens signed wide receiver Zay Flowers to a four-year, $140 million contract extension that comes with $108 million guaranteed.

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL Passing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

The 'Most passing yards without a touchdown' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Vikings' Most Pressing QB Question Follows Them Into Kevin O'Connell's Camp

NFL analyst Kristopher Knox has recently mentioned the Vikings as a team that could sign Baker Mayfield next spring if he hits free agency after his newest comments regarding his feelings about the Buccaneers and his contract status.

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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.

Adam Schefter News / Viral Sports News / August 4

Adam Schefter Reveals New Update on Vikings’ QB Battle

ESPN insider Adam Schefter said Tuesday that Kyler Murray is widely viewed as the favorite to claim the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback job. Schefter made the comments during an appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show.” The program later posted a clip summarizing his remarks on X.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 4

McCarthy must fix two things to beat Murray for Vikings' QB1 job

J.J. McCarthy must fix two things to beat Kyler Murray for Vikings' QB1 job

McCarthy was wildly erratic last season, and his injury concerns are also a major red flag.

Three NFL quarterbacks who need a big season in 2026

Four NFL quarterbacks facing the most pressure in 2026

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Vikings Rookies Are Already Winning First-Team Defensive Reps at Training Camp

The Vikings' training camp is fully underway, and the storylines are coming into focus. One of the biggest storylines for the Vikings in training camp so far has been the strong performances being put up by their rookies and other young players.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

2 Vikings first-stringers in danger of losing starting jobs ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Minnesota Vikings are a fairly steady ship as they prepare to navigate the waters of the 2026 season in the brutal NFC North division. The team that many observers anticipate seeing at the start of the season in Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers is fairly easy to anticipate.

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The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

Tai Felton News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 4

Three Non-QB Standouts From the First Week of Vikings Training Camp: Tai Felton Making His Case on Offense

EAGAN, MN — Monday marked the first day of padded practice for the Vikings at this year’s training camp, and the level of intensity noticeably kicked up a notch.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Vikings Training Camp: Minnesota struck gold in April’s NFL Draft, and Brian Flores is reaping the dividends

Every so often, there is a day three pick who stands out above the rest. Right now, that is Charles Demmings. When you play cornerback, there is a certain energy and swagger that you need to have.

Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / August 4

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell Opens Up Honestly About Kyler Murray

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell offered insight into the team’s choice to add quarterback Kyler Murray as a competitor for the starting job opposite J.J.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / August 4

Vikings training camp recap, Day 5: Defense wins the day as pads come on

After an off day on Sunday, Vikings training camp returned on Monday with the first padded practice of the year. It's another step towards the return of real football in 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 3

Vikings Day 5 Training Camp Recap: First day of pads showcases the differences between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy

After a four-day acclimation period, the Minnesota Vikings put the pads on Monday afternoon, and it made for an interesting practice. The best day of training camp is the fifth practice.

James Pierre News / Bring Me The Sports / August 3

Vikings' James Pierre is 'going to be OK' after injury scare

Vikings cornerback James Pierre is not expected to miss a lot of time after suffering an injury on the opening day of the team's training camp. "Yeah, it sounds like a short-term thing," said Flores on Monday when asked about Pierre's status.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Former Minnesota Vikings Tight End Has Reportedly Died

Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Norris Brown, a contributor to the University of Georgia’s 1980 national championship squad, has died. He was 65. Brown, whose full name was Willie Norris Brown, passed away Friday in Laurens, South Carolina, according to a local funeral home.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 3

Rookie DB Sounds Like an Even Bigger 53-Man Roster Threat After Impressing Vikings

Players around the NFL are finally donning pads as the second week of training camp begins. The Vikings aren't an exception to the rule, as head coach Kevin O'Connell continues to demand the best from his veterans and rookies alike as the calendar flips to August.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 3

After inking Brian O'Neill, Vikings have two more contract extensions to get done

The Vikings checked off an important piece of business last week when they signed longtime right tackle Brian O'Neill, one of their captains and best players, to a four-year contract extension worth up to $96 million.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Adrian Peterson Makes Feelings Clear on Vikings QB Battle

Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has weighed in on the team’s quarterback competition this summer. Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy continue to compete for the starting job as the preseason nears and the Vikings prepare to decide on a signal-caller.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 3

Why the Vikings were right to ban that fan from training camp

Last week, a Minnesota Vikings fan who fancies himself as a Vikings content machine posted video of quarterback highlights from Vikings training camp. One problem: fans aren't allowed to film and post practice video.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Vikings’ Rookie Report: Who's Climbing and Who's Sliding on the Depth Chart

The Vikings' training camp is entering its second week, and a lot has happened so far, with the QB competition taking shape, the front office making moves, and the position battles being spotlighted; the news is coming in fast and furious around the Vikings facility.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

Vikings Signed UDFA CB Jarod Washington

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed undrafted rookie CB Jarod Washington to the roster. In a corresponding move, Minnesota waived RB Kejon

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 2

Four NFL quarterbacks facing the most pressure in 2026

The 2026 NFL season is just weeks away, and several of the league's biggest stars enter the year with plenty to prove.

Joe Burrow sends blunt warning to Bengals: 'Then you are in trouble'

George Pickens puts Cowboys on notice with new contract talks

Cowboys can't ignore CeeDee Lamb's take on George Pickens

The 'NFL completion-leaders by season' quiz

Sione Takitaki News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

Texans Signings Veteran LB Sione Takitaki

Aaron Wilson reports that the Texans are signing veteran LB Sione Takitaki to a contract on Saturday. Takitaki, 31, was the No. 80 overall pick in the third round of the 2019 draft by the Browns out of BYU.