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On YouTubeHarrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 20
As Draft Week Arrives, Harrison Smith's 2026 Plans Remain Unknown
NFL draft week has arrived, and still there's no clarity on the 2026 plans of franchise great Harrison Smith. The assumption has been that Smith is retiring, but no official announcement has been made.
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20
Vikings & Eagles Could Re-Visit Jonathan Greenard, Talks Have ‘Lost Steam’ Recently
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, executives around the league suspect Eagles GM Howie Roseman could make a deal this week beyond anything related to WR A.J. Brown.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Ivan Pace News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20
Vikings LB Ivan Pace Signing RFA Tender
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Vikings LB Ivan Pace is signing his restricted free agent tender on Monday. Minnesota used the right-of-first-refusal tender on Pace, which will cost $3.52 million for the 2026 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 18
NFL Draft buzz surrounding Minnesota Vikings is very peculiar, and the strong consensus raises major questions
Intel about the Minnesota Vikings has been scarce heading into the NFL Draft, and it’s very curious how certain consensus seems to be. We are five days away from the start of the NFL Draft, and the consensus feels pretty confident about what the Minnesota Vikings will do at 18th overall.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 17
Vikings’ bold predictions in 2026 NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings appeared to be a far more settled team a year ago than they are right now. Those appearances were deceiving because the Vikings struggled to a 4-8 record before they closed the year with five consecutive wins that allowed them to escape the NFC North cellar.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 17
Will Anderson Jr.’s massive contract extension gives Jonathan Greenard more leverage with Minnesota Vikings
Jonathan Greenard has been chasing a contract extension and pay raise from the Minnesota Vikings and the rest of the NFL. Will Anderson Jr.’s contract extension may give him the leverage he needs.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 17
One Perfect CB Target for the Vikings in Every Round of the NFL Draft
The Vikings head into next week's draft with a need at cornerback. That need isn't as strong after they signed James Pierre in free agency, but with Byron Murphy Jr., Isaiah Rodgers, Dwight McGlothern, and Zemaiah Vaughn in the cornerback room with him, Minnesota could use more talented depth.
NFL News / Stadium Rant / April 17
Green Bay Packers Draft History: Years Without A First-Round Pick
The Green Bay Packers are about to embark on an historic version of their participation in the 2026 NFL Draft next week. It is, however, not an occurrence they would like to make a habit.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 17
NFL analyst suggests Minnesota Vikings take popular approach, but in a way that won’t help them in 2026
The Minnesota Vikings have issues on the offensive line over the last 15 years, but taking a player at the position as an insurance policy would be incredibly poor process.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 18
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy gets bad news ahead of potential battle with Kyler Murray
For a piece published on Thursday night, NFL reporter Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports shared some bad news for McCarthy regarding the 23-year-old's short-term future.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 16
Minnesota Vikings star makes a return to his old stomping grounds for a special NFL Draft presentation
Every year, the NFL brings legends or current players to the NFL Draft, and the Minnesota Vikings’ selection has unique ties to this year’s location. The NFL Draft is now seven days away and the excitement is palpable.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 16
Vikings Reportedly Holding Private Workout with All-American Punter
The Vikings don't have a punter question with veteran Johnny Hekker on the roster next season, but Minnesota is clearly doing its due diligence to scout for the future as Hekker's days in the league may be numbered as a 36-year-old.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 16
The Best Late-Round Draft Steals in Vikings History
The Vikings have five picks in rounds five through seven of this year's draft. Historically, the Vikings have found some legends in the later rounds of the draft.
Jonathan Greenard News / Total Pro Sports / April 16
Minnesota Vikings predicted to complete $75M Pro Bowler trade ahead of NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings are one of the teams that must bounce back in the 2026 NFL season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 15
Reacting to Every Vikings Pick in Dane Brugler's 7-Round Mock Draft
Dane Brugler of The Athletic, who puts together the invaluable draft guide known as "The Beast" every year, is on a short list of the best national draft analysts out there.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 15
The Godfather of NFL mock drafts stays consistent with his Minnesota Vikings with an overused explanation
ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. is the Godfather of the NFL Draft industry after doing it for nearly 50 years. His final mock draft is worth paying attention to, as he stayed consistent with the Minnesota Vikings’ selection.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 15
One Perfect WR Target for the Vikings in Every Round of the NFL Draft
In search of wide receivers to add depth to a room that features Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Tai Felton, and Myles Price, the Minnesota Vikings will be hunting the position throughout the NFL Draft.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 15
NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler gives Minnesota Vikings fascinating haul for Brian Flores in final mock draft
When looking at NFL mock drafts for the Minnesota Vikings, there are a lot of different paths to go down. One of the most popular strategies for the Vikings is targeting the secondary.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 17
Vikings legend Cris Carter has bad news for J.J. McCarthy
McCarthy missed seven games last season with multiple injuries, and he didn't look ready to start when he was healthy. That's why it made perfect sense to go after Kyler Murray as soon as the Arizona Cardinals released him.
Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / April 14
Vikings DL Jalen Redmond signs 1-year contract
Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Jalen Redmond signed his exclusive rights free-agent tender for the 2026 season, the team announced on Tuesday. Redmond,
Minnesota Vikings News / Football Analysis / April 11
Trade proposals have Vikings sending away Jonathan Greenard, J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings are cannibalizing their own roster. Ahead of the April 23 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, the organization could explore trades of Jonathan Greenard and J.J.
J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / April 9
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy could still be traded before the NFL season
Signing Kyler Murray speaks volumes about how they truly feel about McCarthy, and it's hard to envision him being QB1 next season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7
New details emerge on the Vikings' search for a new GM
The Minnesota Vikings have yet to find a permanent replacement for Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the general manager the team fired in January. At the moment, Minnesota has longtime executive vice president Rob Brzezinski serving the GM role on an interim basis.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / April 5
Latest On Vikings’ General Manager Search
It’s been just over three months since the Vikings parted ways with former general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, yet Minnesota still hasn’t begun the process of replacing him, per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert.
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