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Harrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7
Why Harrison Smith’s Vikings Return Is More Than Just a Nostalgia Signing
While residents of Minnesota were enjoying their last Saturday of the summer, news of legendary safety Harrison Smith’s Vikings return broke in the most on-brand possible way.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7
Predicting the Vikings' Inactive Player List vs. Packers in Week 1
For each game of the 2026 season, the Vikings and the other 31 NFL teams are allowed to have 48 active players. That means that, out of the 53-man roster, at least five players must be declared inactive.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 7
Projecting the Vikings' Week 1 starters — and the backups poised to play the most
Week 1 of the NFL’s 2026-27 regular season has arrived, but we’re still waiting for the Minnesota Vikings’ official depth chart. We have a pretty good idea of what it’ll look like, so let’s take a look at the projected starters on offense and defense — and get a glimpse of the backups who could play a lot.
The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz
Can you name the last time every NFL team selected a signal-caller in the first round of the NFL Draft?
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 7
Minnesota Vikings make really smart roster move to fortify their weakest position on the roster
It’s been a position that’s been the focus of the Minnesota Vikings media for quite some time, and it finally feels addressed. The edge rusher position has been one spot that the Minnesota Vikings had questions at the entire offseason.
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 / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7
3 Free Agents Vikings Still Have Time to Sign Before Week 1 (Depth Is Still Available)
Free agent signings don't have to break the bank or make headlines to make the Minnesota Vikings a better team. Adding quality players at a reasonable price can add depth to a roster and raise the talent floor during the long, arduous season.
Kenny Dyson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7
Vikings Re-Signing OLB Kenny Dyson
According to Alec Lewis, the Vikings are re-signing OLB Kenny Dyson to the practice squad. Minnesota had just released Dyson from injured reserve with
Jordan Addison News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7
3 Reasons Why Jordan Addison Will Be the Vikings' X-Factor vs. Packers in Week 1
After months of waiting, the Vikings open their 2026 regular season at home against the Packers on Sunday. There always seems to be a little more on the line when the NFC North rival to the east comes to town, and Purple and Gold fans should expect nothing less this time around.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 7
Minnesota Vikings Terminate Contract of 25-Year-Old Defender
The Minnesota Vikings have terminated the contract of 25-year-old outside linebacker Kenny Dyson, waiving him from injured reserve with an injury settlement, via the NFL transaction log.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 7
How Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell maximizes Kyler Murray’s unique profile will determine Minnesota’s success in 2026
Kevin O’Connell and Kyler Murray is the most unique pairing in the NFL, and everyone is dialed in on how it will work. The Minnesota Vikings have never had a quarterback like Kyler Murray under center in Kevin O’Connell‘s system.
Harrison Smith News / The SportsRush / September 7
Harrison Smith Turns a Vikings Sendoff Into a 15th Season
The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a one-year contract with safety Harrison Smith, bringing the six-time Pro Bowler back for a 15th NFL season with the franchise.
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.
Harrison Smith News / EasySportz / September 6
Harrison Smith Returns to Vikings for 15th NFL Season
Harrison Smith isn’t ready to call it a career just yet. The Minnesota Vikings announced that the veteran safety is returning for the 2026 season, giving Smith another opportunity to suit up for the franchise where he has spent his entire 15-year NFL career.
Kyle Van Noy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 6
Vikings fans respond in full force to Kyle Van Noy’s simple request
The Minnesota Vikings brought veteran edge rusher Kyle Van Noy into the fold last week, and the idea is that he will work himself into football shape in a matter of several weeks before he gets a chance to make a contribution to defensive coordinator Brian Flores’ unit.
NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 6
7 days until Vikings-Packers: 7 key storylines to know before Week 1
One week. That’s all that’s left until the 2026 Minnesota Vikings begin the regular season in perhaps the most exciting way possible: Facing their bitter rival, the Green Bay Packers, at U.S.
Harrison Smith News / EssentiallySports / September 6
Vikings’ GM and HC Kevin O’Connell Spent Weeks Convincing Harrison Smith for NFL Return Amid Retirement Rumors
With three minutes left in the final regular-season game, U.S. Bank Stadium echoed with cheers as Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith was taken off the field.
NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 6
Vikings Have Advantages Over Packers in 3 Key Areas Ahead of Week 1
Whenever the Minnesota Vikings take on the Green Bay Packers, the game feels important. That is no different this season, even though the purple and gold are facing their division rivals in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 6
3 Vikings Hot Takes for the 2026 Season (Defensive Questions, Playoff Outlook & More)
Week 1 is rapidly approaching, and the true Vikings will finally be revealed. After quarterback battles, head-scratching preseason performances, and a draft done by an interim general manager, the bizarre offseason is finally ready to give way to some real football.
Harrison Smith News / Yardbarker / September 5
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5
Vikings, Safety Harrison Smith agree to one-year deal
Harrison Smith will indeed continue his career in 2026. A one-year Vikings agreement is in place, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.
Jermar Jefferson News / HITC / September 5
Setback for Vikings star as NFL hands down punishment after roster move
Jermar Jefferson’s 2026 campaign has ended with the Minnesota Vikings running back receiving a fine from the NFL. Jefferson has been fined $5,583 by the league for a face mask penalty during the Vikings’ 34-6 preseason loss to the Denver Broncos.
Kenny Dyson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 5
Vikings Waive LB Kenny Dyson From Injured Reserve
The Minnesota Vikings waived LB Kenny Dyson from injured reserve with an injury settlement on Saturday. Dyson, 25, caught on with the Panthers as an undrafted free agent out of Bryant in May of 2024.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 5
Mac Jones leads list of potential Browns QB trade targets
Following one of the most underwhelming quarterback competitions in recent NFL history, Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken chose Deshaun Watson to be his QB1. But have the Browns finished looking?
J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 4
One team might still be willing to trade for J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings might be done with the McCarthy experiment after just three years.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 3
Vikings' Kyler Murray gets blunt reminder of what's at stake this season
Even though there's a lot of excitement and hope around Murray getting the start and possibly taking this franchise far this season, it's also easily a make-or-break season for Murray.
Kyler Murray News / Yardbarker / September 4
NFL insider sounds work ethic alarms about Vikings' Kyler Murray
Concerns about Murray's work ethic hovered over him throughout his Cardinals tenure (2019-25).
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 2
Vikings GM shares major J.J. McCarthy update amid trade rumors
Rumors about the long-term future of third-year pro J.J. McCarthy have hovered over the Minnesota Vikings since Kyler Murray was named the starter.
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