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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Minnesota Vikings backup quarterback situation could be fixed by reuniting with an old friend
Head coach Kevin O’Connell has used three or more quarterbacks in two of his first four seasons, making the position a major priority. We don’t know for sure how the Minnesota Vikings are going to fill out the quarterback room, but it’s likely going to look different than it did last year.
Minnesota Vikings News / HITC / August 30
‘Sean Payton was right’: J.J. McCarthy’s Vikings future takes a stunning turn as QB reunion talk grows
J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota Vikings future has taken another twist, with speculation growing that the former first-round pick could be traded or released before the start of the 2026 season.
The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz
As of the 2025 season, 47 NFL players have made 10 or more Pro Bowls over the course of their careers. How many of the 47 can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Vikings releasing P Johnny Hekker
He had been competing with sixth-round P Brett Thorson for the starting punter job, and the rookie gets the nod for Minnesota.
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.
Johnny Hekker News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30
Vikings To Release P Johnny Hekker
Johnny Hekker will be looking for a new place to punt. The decorated specialist was unable to beat out a rookie in Vikings camp, and The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero reports the 15th-year veteran is off Minnesota’s roster.
Jacob Thomas News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 30
Jacob Thomas' Injury Shouldn't Stop Him From Making Vikings' 53-Man Roster
There was a scary moment early in the third and final preseason game for the Minnesota Vikings on Friday night. Against the Denver Broncos, undrafted free agent safety Jacob Thomas went down with what appeared to be a leg injury, and fans immediately expected the worst.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 29
Former Vikings quarterback, punter Bob Lee dies at 81
The Minnesota Vikings have paid tribute to former quarterback and punter Bob Lee, who died earlier this month at the age of 81. Lee’s passing was confirmed Saturday, though he actually died on Aug.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 29
Latest NFL trade could impact Minnesota Vikings quarterback situation in a multitude of ways
The Minnesota Vikings could have more opportunities to impact their quarterback position the latest NFL trade. The Minnesota Vikings backup quarterback situation remains up in the air, and a trade between two other teams could end up shaping how it plays out.
Dillon Bell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29
Examining Which Vikings' Outlook Took a Blow in Defeat vs. Broncos (Including Dillon Bell)
It would be easy to say that every single player who suited up for the Vikings in Friday's humiliating preseason loss to the Broncos should have their odds of making the team plummet.
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.
Jacob Thomas News / A to Z Sports / August 29
Minnesota Vikings get great injury news after Friday’s preseason finale that could impact the 53-man roster
The best story on the Minnesota Vikings has been UDFA safety Jacob Thomas, but he suffered an injury against The Minnesota Vikings received a scare during Friday night’s preseason game against the Denver Broncos when undrafted free agent safety Jacob Thomas left with an ankle injury in the first quarter.
J.J. McCarthy News / 5 GOATs / August 29
The Athletic predicts J.J. McCarthy won’t make Minnesota Vikings roster
The Athletic’s Alec Lewis provided his Minnesota Vikings 53-man roster projection and QB J.J. McCarthy did not make the cut. The former No. 10 overall pick in 2024 could find himself out of Minnesota after more injuries and a lackluster preseason.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 29
The Vikings had a very ugly preseason. Does it matter?
The Vikings’ three-game preseason slate, which wrapped up with a 34-6 loss on Friday in Denver, was an ugly mess that only slightly resembled NFL football.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 29
5 Vikings saw their stock move in presesaon finale vs. Broncos and it could impact the final 53-man roster
Friday night saw the Minnesota Vikings finish up the preseason against the Denver Broncos with interesting performances. The Minnesota Vikings wrapped up their preseason with a 34-6 loss to the Denver Broncos.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29
Grading the Vikings After Their 34-6 Loss to the Broncos
Friday night's preseason finale was one to forget in Denver, and the Vikings will now turn their attention to the mandatory cutdown on Sunday. The Vikings got stomped 34-6 by the Broncos and had little to show for any moral victories either.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 29
Vikings-Broncos reaction: Roster locks, safety injuries, and McCarthy
The Vikings got pounded 34-6 by the Broncos in the preseason finale on Friday night. While there wasn’t a lot to take away from the game, we got a good idea of which backups are closer to being roster locks than bubble guys before the Vikings finalize the 53-man roster.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 28
NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Jordan van den Berg, Jacob Thomas, Bears, Vikings
Bears DC Dennis Allen said sixth-round DT Jordan van den Berg is quickly getting first-team reps after an impressive training camp showing. “When you start off with the threes and then all of a sudden you show up and you catch our attention, then we’ve got to find ways to get you some reps with the twos,” Allen said, via Bears Wire.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 29
Fishy injury update on Vikings' J.J. McCarthy hints at potential move
The Minnesota Vikings seem ready to move on from J.J. McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 28
Vikings beat out every NFC North team in new ranking
The NFL season hasn't started yet, so it may be premature to get too excited about rankings that are dropping, but still, Minnesota Vikings fans should like this latest tally from USA Today.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Former Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Has Reportedly Died
Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback and punter Bob Lee, a 17th-round pick who stuck around for 12 NFL seasons and helped the club reach two Super Bowls, died Aug.
Harrison Smith News / Bring Me The News / August 28
Harrison Smith's silence is the loudest clue yet for anxious Vikings fans
Harrison Smith has always kept his life away from football private, and that’s one reason his status ahead of the upcoming NFL regular season remains unknown.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 28
Vikings reporter shares more bad news for J.J. McCarthy amid roster-cut rumors
It remains to be seen how much interest McCarthy has attracted from other clubs and whether Kevin O'Connell is ready to discard the young prospect who thus far has made just 10 career regular-season starts.
Minnesota Vikings 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.
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.
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
Jeshaun Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / August 25
Vikings WR Jeshaun Jones Suspended For 3 Games
Vikings wide receiver Jeshaun Jones has been suspended for three games for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy, according to ESPN’s Kevin Seifert.
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