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J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Vikings trade of J.J. McCarthy prompts fascinating quote from GM Nolan Teasley, and it could be a sign of things to come
Now that J.J. McCarthy is traded, there could be some more moves on the way, and Nolan Teasley hinted as such.
Jordan Mason News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Vikings' Backup RB Situation Is Becoming an Issue as Jordan Mason Remains on IR
They might have a perfect record, but that doesn't change the fact that the Vikings' offense has been bad this season. They rank last in the league with 238.3 total yards of offense per game, along with a league-worst 137 passing yards per contest.
J.J. McCarthy News / Larry Brown Sports / September 29
Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade
The Minnesota Vikings had only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster after they traded JJ McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday. On Tuesday, the Vikings fixed that by moving Max Brosmer from the practice squad to the active roster.
The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?
Myles Price News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Myles Price Ended a 162-Game Punt Return Drought, and the 3-0 Vikings Have a New Weapon
The Minnesota Vikings are in first place in the NFC North with a 3-0 record. It will be a major challenge to hold off the high-scoring Chicago Bears and the revenge-minded Detroit Lions this year.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 29
Vikings snap counts and notable PFF grades from defense-led win over Bucs
Although they did it in somewhat unconventional fashion, the Vikings moved to 3-0 on Sunday with a 23-16 road win over the Buccaneers. Their offensive struggles not only continued but actually worsened in Kyler Murray’s return to action.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Kyler Murray received all the blame for Vikings’ anemic offensive performance, but the reality is far more complicated
The Minnesota Vikings’ offense posted its worst success rate in over 20 years, and the real issue goes far beyond the quarterback. The narrative after the Minnesota Vikings‘ win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has centered on Kyler Murray‘s stat line: 15-of-29, 168 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.
Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / September 29
O'Connell's creativity may be limited by Murray's potential downturn
In an era that is part of the NFL’s past, a coach was judged by his toughness, discipline and the fear he induced in his own players. The names included some of the greatest coaches in the sport’s history including Vince Lombardi, Tom Landry, Bud Grant and Don Shula.
Minnesota Vikings News / HITC / September 29
Why Micah Parsons is ‘so disappointed’ with the Vikings for trading J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings became the team to trade one of their backup quarterbacks to the New York Giants after agreeing a deal to offload J.J. McCarthy. Jaxson Dart’s season-ending injury has seen the Giants enter the market and seek out a trade to compete with Jameis Winston for the starting role.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 29
Reports expand on Giants' thoughts about J.J. McCarthy after trade with Vikings
One of the more surprising NFL-related events of September involved the New York Giants agreeing on Monday to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 29
Vikings Stock Report: Who's Rising (and Falling) as Undefeated Season Continues After Week 3
The Vikings are rolling at 3-0, and although the product on the field hasn't always been pretty, the team is finding creative ways to win. They'll now get the De'Von Achane-less Dolphins in Week 4, and the potential to add another win is certainly tantalizing.
Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Justin Jefferson's Ankle Diagnosis Shifts the 3-0 Vikings' Plan Against Dolphins
The Minnesota Vikings got the answer they wanted on Justin Jefferson. The harder question is how much to push him for a game they may not need him to win.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 29
Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings officially ended their J.J. McCarthy experiment when they agreed on Monday to trade the third-year quarterback to the New York Giants for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 29
Giants' John Harbaugh answers big Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy question after trade with Vikings
The Giants pulled off a stunning trade when they agreed on Monday to send the Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for backup quarterback and 2024 first-round draft choice J.J. McCarthy.
Justin Jefferson News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Suffered Ankle Sprain, Could Play Week 4
It’s been a notable day for the Vikings. The team moved on from former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy in a deal with the Giants, and they learned that tight end Josh Oliver will likely miss the rest of the season after suffering a biceps tear.
Justin Jefferson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28
Vikings announce Justin Jefferson injury update after early exit in Week 3
The Minnesota Vikings were holding their breath after superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson left after just six snaps in Week 3. Jefferson suffered an ankle injury in the Vikings’ 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but head coach Kevin O’Connell gave a positive update regarding their superstar.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 29
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell believes franchises bail on their struggling young quarterbacks too often. That didn't stop him from abandoning the J.J. McCarthy experiment.
Josh Oliver News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 28
Vikings TE Josh Oliver Feared To Have Suffered Torn Biceps
Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Vikings TE Josh Oliver is feared to have suffered a torn biceps in Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers. Rapoport adds Oliver will have an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury, which would leave him out indefinitely if their fears are confirmed.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 27
Buccaneers' start goes from bad to worse with Baker Mayfield's injury
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost again on Sunday, dropping a 23-16 decision to the Minnesota Vikings.
Kyler Murray News / Bring Me The News / September 27
Vikings-Bucs reaction: Kyler Murray struggles, 3rd down disasters, and sack masters
It was far from pretty, but the Minnesota Vikings improved to 3-0 with a 23-16 win over the Buccaneers in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. You can
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