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Vikings passing game up in the air after first loss

The Detroit Lions beat the previously undefeated Minnesota Vikings 19-15 on Sunday, and the Vikings’ passing game is the main reason the loss stung. Quarterback Kyler Murray often struggled to find open receivers, and Minnesota scored the fewest points any team has put up against Detroit this season.

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5 Vikings quarterback trade targets, ranked from most to least realistic

The Vikings have a quarterback problem on their hands. Kyler Murray’s box score numbers from Sunday’s loss to the Lions don’t look horrible, but anyone who watched the game can tell you that he wasn’t nearly good enough.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 2

Theo Jackson Injury Concerns Could Give Jakobe Thomas the Vikings Opportunity He's Needed

Heading into Week 8 against the Lions, the Vikings listed safety Jay Ward as questionable on the injury report. The team decided to keep Ward active rather than give Jakobe Thomas his first taste of NFL action, continuing to put the rookie safety's debut on hold.

NFL News / Bring Me The News / November 2

Insider on the Vikings' QB dilemma: 'Nothing has been ruled out'

Kyler Murray is struggling. Carson Wentz is idling as his backup. Kirk Cousins is second in the NFL with 19 touchdown passes. Daniel Jones is having an awful season in Indianapolis.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

The 'Most 10-rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Should Carson Wentz Replace Kyler Murray? Grading 5 Vikings Fan Takes After Loss to Lions

Minnesota Vikings fans spent Monday morning arguing about Kyler Murray, Kevin O’Connell and a punt they couldn’t believe they watched. Detroit beat Minnesota 19-15 at Ford Field on Sunday, handing the Vikings their first loss of the season.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Andrew Van Ginkel News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 2

Biggest Vikings Studs & Duds in Week 8 Loss to Lions: Ongoing Concerns Overshadow Van Ginkel's Big Day

The Vikings are no longer undefeated. The Lions handed the Purple and Gold their first loss of the in Week 8 during a defensive battle that ended with the Vikings coming up short.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Kyler Murray has the Minnesota Vikings in a difficult conundrum, and the real issue lies with Kevin O’Connell

The Minnesota Vikings made a calculated bet that Kyler Murray would be the guy at quarterback. It hasn’t worked out. Coming out of the 2024 season, the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback position felt like it had two correct answers in keeping Sam Darnold or going with the 10th overall pick, J.J.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Justin Jefferson's Silence is Major Statement on the Current State of Vikings Offense

The Minnesota Vikings have enough information at this point to draw conclusions about the state of their offense. Just a few weeks ago, that unit appeared to be on the upswing.

Jonathan Taylor News / Yardbarker / November 2

Giants, Vikings have been 'aggressive' in search for running back amid trade rumors about Colts' Jonathan Taylor

Taylor's future continues to generate speculation.

NFL Week 8 winners, losers: Broncos defense stands tall; Cowboys defense flops again

John Harbaugh made bold attempt at trading with rival owner

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / November 2

Fan taunts Justin Jefferson about daughter, shouts racial remark at Caleb Banks

A fan sitting near the front row behind the Vikings sideline during Sunday’s game against the Lions in Detroit was caught on camera heckling Justin Jefferson and Caleb Banks, including a racially charged remark directed at Banks.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Jauan Jennings News / Field Level Media / November 2

Reports: Vikings WR Jauan Jennings against possible trade to 49ers

Minnesota wide receiver Jauan Jennings preferred to remain with the Vikings when his former team, the San Francisco 49ers, attempted to trade for him, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Vikings most to blame for first loss of season vs. Lions

Coach Kevin O’Connell’s Minnesota Vikings are no longer undefeated after losing 19-15 to the division rival Detroit Lions in Motown, a game that caused the coach to take a moment to speak on Jack Campbell’s scary injury afterward.

Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Minnesota Vikings Hit With Concerning Kyler Murray Injury News

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray experienced hamstring tightness late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field.

Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / November 1

The Vikings Have a Major Problem, and It’s Getting Harder to Ignore

The Minnesota Vikings have plenty of talent on their roster, but one major question continues to surround the team: Can Kyler Murray consistently lead this offense?

Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / November 1

Minnesota’s Offense Is Holding This Team Back From Being a Contender

The Minnesota Vikings entered the season with high expectations and hopes of competing for a championship. However, after suffering their first loss of the season against the Detroit Lions, questions are beginning to emerge about whether this offense is good enough to make a serious playoff run.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / November 1

Vikings-Lions had several iffy calls and a questionable punt decision

There’s a lot to unpack from the Vikings’ first loss of the season, a 19-15 defeat against the Lions on Sunday at Ford Field in downtown Detroit. The Vikings’ offense is broken, and no one seems to have answers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / November 1

Justin Jefferson declines to speak to media after Vikings’ loss to Lions

Following the game, the former Offensive Player of the Year declined to speak to the media.

Final unbeaten falls: Lions stifle Vikings to hand NFC North foes first loss

Vikings WR Jauan Jennings Nixed Trade Back To 49ers

Vikings Remain Bullish On QB Kyler Murray

The 'Active 110-receiving-yard games' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Ranking top 3 Vikings most likely to be dealt at 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have little reason to reconsider their quarterback situation as the NFL trade deadline approaches on November 10. Despite speculation about potential reunions with Kirk Cousins or Daniel Jones, reports from Tom Pelissero and Adam Schefter indicate that neither move is realistic.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings WR Jauan Jennings Nixed Trade Back To 49ers

Wide receiver Jauan Jennings’ market did not develop as expected this offseason, and he settled for a one-year, $8MM deal with the Vikings in early May.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

3 Dream Vikings Trade Targets to Help Go on a Potential Super Bowl Run

Now that the Vikings are the NFL's last undefeated team as of Sunday afternoon, expectations are high for the Purple and Gold this season. An NFC North crown and a playoff appearance would be great, but the Super Bowl must be the goal.

Zygi Wilf News / Athlon Sports / November 1

In 2005, Zygi Wilf paid $600 million for the Minnesota Vikings; the team is now valued at $8.25 billion

The Minnesota Vikings’ ownership story began with a promise to keep the team at home. In May 2005, NFL owners unanimously approved a $600 million sale to an investment group led by New Jersey real estate developer Zygi Wilf.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings Interested In RB, TE Trades

The Vikings are the NFL’s lone remaining undefeated team. An addition or two prior to the trade deadline would certainly come as no surprise. First-year general manager Nolan Teasley has been aggressive in calling about trade targets, Amazon Prime’s James Palmer reported during this week’s Thursday Night Football broadcast (video link).