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On YouTubeKobe 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.
The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz
There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes?
Justin Jefferson News / purplePTSD.com / October 24
Apparently, Justin Jefferson was “Livid” 
If the description was accurate, then few could blame him. Justin Jefferson and the Vikings dropped down to 3-4 as a result of losing on Thursday Night Football.
The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time
Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.
Will Reichard News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
What happened on Will Reichard's field goal that fell short in LA?
It was a bit shocking to see Vikings kicker Will Reichard miss a field goal due to a lack of distance during Thursday night's mess of a loss to the Chargers, but there's a logical explanation for what went wrong on the kick.
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 / A to Z Sports / October 24
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell explains why he didn't replace an injured Carson Wentz with Max Brosmer vs. Chargers
There is no beating around the bush. The Minnesota Vikings got absolutely embarrassed on Thursday night by the Los Angeles Chargers, 37-10. It was a brutal watch, mainly due to the offense led by quarterback Carson Wentz.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24
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 on “Thursday Night Football” at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Thursday night.
Isaiah Rodgers News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Vikings' Isaiah Rodgers reacts to controversial overturn of his pick-six
It probably wouldn't have made much of a difference in the final result, given how poorly the Vikings played in all three phases in Thursday night's blowout loss against the Chargers.
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.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 24
Vikings loss to the Chargers exposes multiple weaknesses that will haunt them for the remainder of the season
The Los Angeles Chargers embarrassed the Minnesota Vikings on multiple levels this past Thursday night by a score of 37-10. After the Vikings got a pick-six that was overturned inexplicably, it felt like the Vikings were just out of sync the rest of the way.
Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / October 24
Vikings plan to turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell took most of the blame for Minnesota's 27-point loss to the Chargers on Thursday and expects to hand the ball back to quarterback J.J.
Justin Jefferson News / Total Apex Sports / October 24
Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver Justin Jefferson Makes History Against the Los Angeles Chargers
Look, we’ve all seen plenty of NFL records broken over the years, but what Justin Jefferson pulled off Thursday night against the Chargers? That’s the kind of milestone that makes you stop scrolling through your phone and actually pay attention to what’s happening on the field.
Blake Cashman News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24
Staring down the barrel, Blake Cashman says Vikings have to 'nut up'
Through eight weeks, the Minnesota Vikings have just three wins. The alarm bells really get loud when you realize that they barely beat Caleb Williams and Dillon Gabriel, while blowing away a Bengals team that was reeling the week after Joe Burrow suffered a long-term toe injury.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
Kevin O’Connell confirms J.J. McCarthy plan after Vikings' blowout loss to Chargers
Shortly after the Vikings fell to 3-4 on the season, O’Connell spoke with reporters and sounded like a head coach who was eager to turn back to Week 1 QB1 McCarthy.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Did NFL call in to correct Al Michaels on Will Reichard FG stat?
The Minnesota Vikings lost for the second time in five days after the team’s no-show on Thursday Night Football. A banged up Carson Wentz got the start but struggled against a strong Los Angeles Chargers defense.
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.
Justin Jefferson News / Ball Exclusives / October 24
Justin Jefferson Becomes Youngest Player In NFL History To Reach 8,000 Receiving Yards
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson made NFL history against the L.A. Chargers on Thursday, becoming the youngest player ever to reach 8,000 career receiving yards.
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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