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On YouTubeJ.J. McCarthy News / purplePTSD.com / October 26
There’s a New J.J. McCarthy Report 
The Minnesota Vikings have recently looked like a program without direction, having accumulated a 3-4 record through the first eight weeks of the NFL season.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 26
Could the Vikings Make a Deal with the Devil?
The Minnesota Vikings have not even remotely looked like the contending team Skol Nation expected (or at least hoped) to watch in the 2025 campaign. It’s a 3-4 operation that is two plays away from being 1-6 with an inconsistent defense and a bad offense.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 26
How have Kevin O'Connell's Vikings teams bounced back from bad losses?
The Vikings got flat-out embarrassed in Thursday night's 37-10 loss to the Chargers. With just about nothing going right in any of the game's three phases, it was undoubtedly one of the worst performances of the Kevin O'Connell era (2022-present).
The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 26
Vikings injury updates from KOC on Darrisaw, O'Neill, Van Ginkel
The Vikings could really use some injury reinforcements if they're going to have a chance at pulling off the upset in J.J. McCarthy's return to action next Sunday in Detroit.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Jordan Mason News / purplePTSD.com / October 26
It’s Time for the NFL to Consider a Rule Change
In the 3rd quarter of last week’s game against the Eagles, Vikings RB Jordan Mason just barely reached the football across the goal line for a TD. As FOX
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 26
Analyst doesn’t mince words on Vikings' underwhelming start to 2025
One of the Vikings' biggest offseason proponents has been left incredibly disappointed with the results thus far from Minnesota. "I think this is the most disappointing roster in football right now," ESPN's Dan Orlovsky stated on Friday's episode of NFL Live, following the Vikings' 37-10 loss on Thursday night.
Will Reichard News / Pro Football Talk / October 26
Source: "No way" Thursday night's field goal try by Will Reichard struck Skycam wire
Thursday night's game between the Vikings and Chargers had an interesting footnote. Literally. Some wondered whether a field goal attempt from Vikings kicker Will Reichard struck a Skycam cable.
J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Vikings’ JJ McCarthy Injury Update Emerges on Sunday
The Minnesota Vikings’ struggles continued in Week 8, dropping to 3-4 after a 37-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night. The offense looked out of rhythm under backup quarterback Carson Wentz, who completed 15 of 27 passes for 144 yards, a touchdown, and an interception while facing heavy pressure throughout the game.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 26
Like the Titanic, The Vikings are Sailing Toward a Ship-Sinking Iceberg
Before too long, the Vikings need to choose a new route. Failing to do so will mean sinking. Or, more accurately, being inactive in the upcoming free agency period since there’s no money left in the coffers.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 26
The Vikings’ Top 3 Bold Trade Candidates
On November 4th, the NFL will arrive at the league’s trade deadline. Who are the Vikings’ top 3 trade candidates? Mr. Kwesi Adofo-Mensah isn’t a shy guy.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Jalen Redmond News / purplePTSD.com / October 25
Vikings Collapse Overshadowed a Breakout Performance
The Minnesota Vikings had a disastrous game on Thursday that raised some pretty important questions about this year and future years. It’s an aging roster with no cap space, and unless the franchise can turn it around, it lacks a clear trajectory moving forward.
Dan Orlovsky News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Dan Orlovsky doesn’t hold back on Vikings’ disappointing start
Former NFL quarterback and current analyst Dan Orlovsky was asked how he viewed the Minnesota Vikings’ recent 37-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, and his response did not disappoint.
Kobe King News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Jets claim 2025 draft pick off waivers from Vikings
The winless New York Jets have claimed LB Kobe King off waivers from the Minnesota Vikings. King starred at Penn State and was taken in the 6th round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Kobe King News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Vikings lose sixth-round rookie to waivers after just six months
One of the Vikings' five selections in this year's NFL draft is already off of the roster, just six months after landing with Minnesota in April. Former Penn State linebacker Kobe King, who the Vikings took in the sixth round, was waived by the team on Thursday to clear a roster spot for Aaron Jones as he came off of injured reserve.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Three games to watch this weekend that could push the Vikings to be sellers
The Vikings opened Week 8 of the NFL season with an embarrassing blowout loss to the Chargers on national television. The loss drops them to 3-4, with the trade deadline now under two weeks away.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
'Weight of the world on him': Analyst's take on J.J. McCarthy is right on the money
McCarthy started the first two games this season, going 1-1 before missing the last five games with a right ankle injury
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24
'You're the alpha': Kirk Herbstreit critical of Carson Wentz's behavior
Kirk Herbstreit was critical of Carson Wentz over the Minnesota Vikings quarterback’s behavior during the team’s Week 8 game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / October 24
Justin Jefferson in Line to Surpass Randy Moss’ Career Receiving Yards After 8K Milestone
Justin Jefferson continues to rewrite the Minnesota Vikings record book and the NFL’s history books along the way. On Thursday night against the Los Angeles Chargers, Jefferson became the youngest player in league history to reach 8,000 career receiving yards, cementing his place among the game’s elite at just 26 years and 129 days old.
Christian Darrisaw News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell explains curious Christian Darrisaw injury saga
The Minnesota Vikings lost their seat atop the AFC West after getting pillaged by the Los Angeles Chargers, 37-10, at SoFi Stadium on Thursday. The Vikings dropped back-to-back assignments for the first time this season after also losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7.
Al Michaels News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24
NFL forced Al Michaels to backtrack on statement he made during 'TNF' game
Al Michaels had to hit the “undo” button while on the call for Thursday night’s game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
Vikings' quarterback gamble is looking like a major flop
They have to be having some major regrets this season given those developments, and especially after watching Thursday's dreadful performance in a 37-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
Aaron Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / October 23
Vikings make major move with star RB Aaron Jones
This certainly reveals the team’s confidence in its highest-paid running back.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23
Vikings Officially Activate RB Aaron Jones From IR, Among Three Roster Moves
The Minnesota Vikings announced they activated RB Aaron Jones from injured reserve, waived LB Kobe King, and elevated G Henry Byrd from their practice
The 'NFL receiving yards-per-game leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL players to average the most receiving yards-per-game (with a minimum of 17 games played) can you name in five minutes?
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