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Kyler Murray suffers frightening injury in Week 1

Kyler Murray suffers frightening injury in Week 1

Kyler Murray suffered a frightening injury during the first quarter of his Minnesota Vikings debut on Sunday. Murray was hit hard by two Green Bay Packers players at the end of a scramble late in the first quarter of Sunday’s game at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 13
Minnesota Vikings have a few surprise inactives vs. Packers, including multiple NFL Draft picks

Minnesota Vikings have a few surprise inactives vs. Packers, including multiple NFL Draft picks

The Minnesota Vikings announced their inactives ahead of Sunday’s game and it included three 2026 NFL Draft picks. The Minnesota Vikings released their inactive list ahead of Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers, and it raises a lot of questions about the state of the roster.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 13
Three drafted rookies among Vikings' healthy inactives for Week 1 vs. GB

Three drafted rookies among Vikings' healthy inactives for Week 1 vs. GB

Three Vikings rookies, including two third-round picks from April’s draft, are among the team’s seven inactive players for Sunday’s regular season opener against the Packers.

J.J. McCarthy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 13
Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy officially inactive for Week 1 vs. Packers

Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy officially inactive for Week 1 vs. Packers

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy missed the preseason finale against the Denver Broncos due to a minor ankle injury. ESPN’s Kevin Seifert confirmed that this setback sidelined the former top-10 draft pick amid ongoing trade speculation and a challenging summer behind starting quarterback Kyler Murray.

Chad Greenway News / Bring Me The Sports / September 13
Chad Greenway among former NFC North stars to launch WCCO Radio show

Chad Greenway among former NFC North stars to launch WCCO Radio show

The sports radio market just got more competitive on NFL Sundays, as WCCO Radio will carry a weekly NFC North football show featuring former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 13
Vikings vs. Packers: Who Wins and Why In Week 1

Vikings vs. Packers: Who Wins and Why In Week 1

The Minnesota Vikings will play their first real football since 2024 (yes, 2024) and open their season against the rival Green Bay Packers. After a disappointing

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 13
Minnesota Vikings Shake Up Roster Before Packers Showdown

Minnesota Vikings Shake Up Roster Before Packers Showdown

The Minnesota Vikings added two veteran practice-squad players to the active roster Saturday, elevating running back DeeJay Dallas and outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy ahead of Sunday’s season opener against the Green Bay Packers at U.S.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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 / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 12
3 Vikings Who Could Be Traded Before September Is Over

3 Vikings Who Could Be Traded Before September Is Over

The Minnesota Vikings are preparing for their season opener on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. While that is a game the purple and gold can't look past, the future of some players on the 53-man roster doesn't feel secure.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 12
Vikings elevate Kyle Van Noy, DeeJay Dallas ahead of Week 1

Vikings elevate Kyle Van Noy, DeeJay Dallas ahead of Week 1

The Vikings announced on Saturday that they’re elevating veterans Kyle Van Noy and DeeJay Dallas to the active roster ahead of their season opener against the Packers.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 12
Minnesota Vikings final roster moves ahead of Week 1 vs. Packers say everything about one NFL Draft pick

Minnesota Vikings final roster moves ahead of Week 1 vs. Packers say everything about one NFL Draft pick

It shouldn’t be much of a surprise that the Minnesota Vikings are making these practice squad elevations for Week 1. The Minnesota Vikings made a pair of roster moves ahead of their Week 1 game against the Green Bay Packers, elevating edge rusher Kyle Van Noy and running back DeeJay Dallas to the active roster for Sunday’s matchup.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 12
What the Vikings Can Expect Different From the Packers Since Their Last Meeting

What the Vikings Can Expect Different From the Packers Since Their Last Meeting

The Minnesota Vikings are scheduled to host the Green Bay Packers in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. While that is already a huge game for the NFC North, it is even more interesting because the two played the last game of the 2025 regular season against each other as well.

Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / September 12
Vikings’ Kyler Murray Handed Major Warning Before Week 1

Vikings’ Kyler Murray Handed Major Warning Before Week 1

Kyler Murray begins his first season with the Minnesota Vikings already facing questions about whether this year will be a comeback or a last stand. CBS Sports contract analyst Joel Corry placed the veteran quarterback on a list of signal-callers at a career crossroads heading into the 2026 campaign.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 12
Vikings make notable move with Isaiah Rodgers ahead of season opener

Vikings make notable move with Isaiah Rodgers ahead of season opener

While people are focused on what's going on on the field, the Vikings have made a move off the field.

Why Vikings' J.J. McCarthy's demotion to QB3 was not 'a big surprise at all'
Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy
Vikings' Justin Jefferson seems to address supposed work ethic concerns about Kyler Murray
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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 12
Taye Reich’s huge night leads top performances from Minnesota’s 2027 commits

Taye Reich’s huge night leads top performances from Minnesota’s 2027 commits

High school football is in full swing across the country. The Gophers’ 29 commits in the class of 2027 were busy, and here are the most notable performances from the Week of Sep.

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 10
Why Vikings' J.J. McCarthy's demotion to QB3 was not 'a big surprise at all'

Why Vikings' J.J. McCarthy's demotion to QB3 was not 'a big surprise at all'

McCarthy’s career took another turn on Wednesday when he was demoted to QB3 behind starter Kyler Murray and backup Carson Wentz.

Kyler Murray beating J.J. McCarthy in QB battle came down to one deciding factor
Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy
Vikings' Justin Jefferson seems to address supposed work ethic concerns about Kyler Murray
Justin Jefferson reveals what surprised him about Kyler Murray
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Aaron Jones News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Aaron Jones Sr. Opens Up About Minnesota's New Run Game Approach

Aaron Jones Sr. Opens Up About Minnesota's New Run Game Approach

Much of the offseason attention went to Kyler Murray taking over at quarterback, but the Minnesota Vikings also made a major change in the run game. They hired former Miami Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith as assistant head coach, with his wide-zone expertise expected to bring more structure and balance to the offense.

Harrison Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / September 10
Harrison Smith Addresses Vikings Return

Harrison Smith Addresses Vikings Return

This past weekend, Harrison Smith worked out an agreement to play for the Vikings in 2026. The deal was finalized after training camp, but team and player remained in contact with one another throughout the offseason in this case.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 10
Justin Jefferson seems to address supposed work ethic concerns about Kyler Murray

Vikings' Justin Jefferson seems to address supposed work ethic concerns about Kyler Murray

Jefferson seemed to pour cold water on such concerns regarding Murray.

Kyler Murray beating J.J. McCarthy in QB battle came down to one deciding factor
Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy
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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Jordan Love is unbothered by Micah Parsons' absence vs. Vikings

Jordan Love is unbothered by Micah Parsons' absence vs. Vikings

The Green Bay Packers will be without their top defensive player for the season opener.  

Insider makes Jordan Love prediction amid absence of Josh Jacobs
Packers' plan at running back revealed with Josh Jacobs situation in flux
Justin Jefferson reveals what surprised him about Kyler Murray
Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy
Kyler Murray beating J.J. McCarthy in QB battle came down to one deciding factor
The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 9
Kyler Murray beating J.J. McCarthy in QB battle came down to one deciding factor

Kyler Murray beating J.J. McCarthy in QB battle came down to one deciding factor

So, why did the powers that be give Murray the start over quarterback J.J. McCarthy?

Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy
Justin Jefferson reveals what surprised him about Kyler Murray
Vikings' struggles after letting Sam Darnold walk may have convinced Buccaneers to sign Baker Mayfield to $165M extension
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The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 10
Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of McCarthy

Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy

McCarthy's inconsistent play when under center in 2025 — he threw for 1,632 yards with 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions — caused the Vikings to change their tune on him as their future.

Justin Jefferson reveals what surprised him about Kyler Murray
Jayden Daniels' blunt Stefon Diggs assessment should excite Commanders
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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 9
Justin Jefferson reveals what surprised him about Kyler Murray

Justin Jefferson reveals what surprised him about Kyler Murray

Jefferson shared what surprised him about Murray as the two prepare to begin their first season as teammates.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Vikings' mistake may have convinced Bucs to re-sign Mayfield

Vikings' struggles after letting Sam Darnold walk may have convinced Buccaneers to sign Baker Mayfield to $165M extension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have realized they won't find many quarterbacks who are better than Mayfield. The Minnesota Vikings wish they could say the same after letting Darnold walk in 2025.

Patriots end Christian Gonzalez saga ahead of Super Bowl rematch
Joe Burrow makes strong statement about his future with Bengals
Steelers' Mike McCarthy drops big Joey Porter Jr. contract update
Why the Giants paid $12.75 million to move on from Darius Slayton
Jerry Jones puts Cowboys on notice with $30 million trade warning
Eagles DE Brandon Graham 'officially done' with playing career
Kenny Dyson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8
NFL disapproved contract for Vikings OLB Kenny Dyson

NFL disapproved contract for Vikings OLB Kenny Dyson

The contract for Dyson was disapproved on Tuesday, per the NFL transaction wire, making him a free agent.

Vikings' struggles after letting Sam Darnold walk may have convinced Buccaneers to sign Baker Mayfield to $165M extension
Veteran safety agrees to incentive laden deal to return to Vikings
NFL insider sounds work ethic alarms about Vikings' Kyler Murray
The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Harrison Smith News / Yardbarker / September 5
Veteran safety agrees to incentive laden deal to return to Vikings

Veteran safety agrees to incentive laden deal to return to Vikings

A week away from the start of the Minnesota Vikings 2026 season, the franchise's longest tenured player has finally made a decision about his future. 

Six-time Pro Bowl S Harrison Smith returns to Vikings
Harrison Smith lands new contract after 14 seasons with the Vikings
One team might still be willing to trade for J.J. McCarthy
The 'Most catches in an NFL season' quiz

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