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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 7
7-Round Minnesota Vikings NFL Mock Draft: First round trade sets the stage for a fascinating class for Kevin O’Connell
The Minnesota Vikings’ strategy in the NFL Draft is going to be one to watch. We are just 16 days away from the NFL Draft, and there are a lot of paths the Vikings can take.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 7
How the Minnesota Vikings address the wide receiver position will say everything about how they feel about Kyler Murray
The NFL Draft is going to tell us a lot about how the Minnesota Vikings feel about their roster. Going into the NFL Draft, they have a bevy of needs on both sides of the football.
Stephon Gilmore News / Football Analysis / April 7
From $65M Patriots Deal To $0 Market Value In 4 Years—Super Bowl Champion Gilmore Retires
Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement on April 2, 2026, at age 35, closing 13 NFL seasons that included a Super Bowl LIII ring, five Pro Bowls, and the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year award.
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?
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 6
BPA? Trades? Rob Brzezinski Interview Hints at Vikings' Draft Approach
This year's NFL draft is a huge one for the Minnesota Vikings. After years of poor drafting under former general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the Vikings desperately need to take advantage of their four top-100 selections in this draft and inject some young talent into their roster.
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 6
Vikings 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more
The Minnesota Vikings’ 2026 NFL Draft guide is here to get you ready for the main event just a few weeks away. Now is the perfect time to take a look at Minnesota’s draft picks, some potential targets, and the team’s recent draft history.
Dexter Lawrence News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 6
A Mock Vikings-Giants Trade That Sends Dexter Lawrence to Minnesota
All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade from the New York Giants and will not be participating in the start of the team's offseason program this week, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Justin Skule News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 6
Buccaneers Re-Signing OT Justin Skule
According to Greg Auman, the Buccaneers are re-signing former OT Justin Skule. He adds it’s a one-year pact for Skule from Tampa Bay. The veteran spent this past season with the Vikings but was with the Bucs for three years before that. Skule, 29, was a sixth-round pick by the 49ers out of Vanderbilt in 2019.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 6
Minnesota Vikings part ways with J.J. McCarthy and Jonathan Greenard in separate trade offers from ESPN analyst with one theme
The NFL Draft is going to be a fascinating one for the Minnesota Vikings. They have been sent 27 players across 386 mock drafts, with the majority of them coming at 18th overall.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 6
Ranking Every Vikings Draft Class of the Last Decade: It's Not Pretty
The Vikings drafted so poorly over the past four years that no team in the league may be under more pressure to get the 2026 NFL Draft right than Minnesota.
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.
J.J. McCarthy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 6
ESPN’s J.J. McCarthy trade hypothetical sends him to Rams
The 2026 NFL Draft is a little more than two weeks away. That makes it the perfect time for analysts to get a little whacky with their mock drafts. After all, fans are thirsty for something new after months of similar mock drafts.
NFL News / Stadium Rant / April 6
Minnesota Vikings 2026 Mock Draft: Trades, Steals, & Future Capital
This Minnesota Vikings 2026 mock draft includes trades. Thanks to Pro Football Network for the draft simulation tool and player stats. Thanks to Fox Sports for NFL team stats and rankings.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 6
Minnesota Vikings selecting explosive weapon at an unexpected position could solve multiple issues for Kevin O’Connell
The first round of the NFL Draft for the Minnesota Vikings is going to be a fascinating one to watch. Through 348 mock drafts, there have been 25 different players selected across 11 different positions.
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.
Stephon Gilmore News / Gridiron Heroics / April 5
‘Red Jacket, Gold Jacket’ — Stephon Gilmore Sparks Debate With Strong Hall of Fame Stance
Legacy talks hit different when the boots come off, and Stephon Gilmore knows exactly what he is chasing. Days after calling time on a decorated NFL career, the shutdown corner made one thing clear: his journey is not done until he has got hardware from both Foxborough and Canton.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 4
NFL insider comparing signing of Kyler Murray to Sam Darnold in a way you wouldn’t expect, and it makes complete sense
The quarterback position for the Minnesota Vikings was the biggest reason why they didn’t make the playoffs in 2025. The combination of J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, and Max Brosmer combined to win just nine games, and a tiebreaker kept them out.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 4
2 players Vikings must avoid picking in 2026 NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings are threading a very specific needle heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. This is a roster that has enough talent to compete, enough coaching to maximize it, and just enough holes to make every draft decision feel magnified.
Jonathan Greenard News / A to Z Sports / April 3
Latest contract extension gives Minnesota Vikings a blueprint for how to keep Jonathan Greenard long-term
The Minnesota Vikings have been open to shopping edge rusher Jonathan Greenard on the trade market. The only reason why they had been willing to is Greenard wanting a raise after two really good seasons with the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3
How Kyler Murray Can Help Vikings Counter the 'Justin Jefferson Program'
Every time an NFL defense prepares to play the Minnesota Vikings, the first thing on their agenda is to map out how they're going to cover Justin Jefferson.
Kyler Murray News / Yardbarker / April 3
NFL executives rip Cardinals for Kyler Murray decision
For a piece published on Friday, Mike Sando of The Athletic spoke with multiple unnamed NFL executives who seemed baffled by how the Cardinals handled Murray.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 2
What Kevin O’Connell told J.J. McCarthy about Vikings signing Kyler Murray
The perception exists that the Vikings signed quarterback Kyler Murray because head coach Kevin O’Connell views Murray as an upgrade over and an eventual replacement for McCarthy.
Jordan Addison News / Yardbarker / March 30
Minnesota Vikings make 2027 decision on WR Jordan Addison
The Minnesota Vikings want to keep Jordan Addison around past the 2026 season.
Jonathan Greenard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 30
Kevin O’Connell Expects OLB Jonathan Greenard To Remain With Vikings
The Vikings were reportedly open to moving OLB Jonathan Greenard this offseason for salary cap purposes, as Greenard wants a market-correction to his deal but Minnesota has limited cap space at the moment.
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