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Why Adrian Peterson Is Right About Vikings' QB Competition

The main goal for the Vikings in 2026 is simple: avoid letting poor quarterback play drag down a talented roster. J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray are currently engaged in a training camp battle to determine a winner who will help with that goal.

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NFL executive’s thoughts on Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy says everything you need to know

The Minnesota Vikings have a very interesting quarterback competition that many don’t seem to think is much of one. The quarterback battle rages on at TCO Performance Center for the Minnesota Vikings between Kyler Murray and J.J.

Tai Felton News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 4

Three Non-QB Standouts From the First Week of Vikings Training Camp: Tai Felton Making His Case on Offense

EAGAN, MN — Monday marked the first day of padded practice for the Vikings at this year’s training camp, and the level of intensity noticeably kicked up a notch.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Vikings Training Camp: Minnesota struck gold in April’s NFL Draft, and Brian Flores is reaping the dividends

Every so often, there is a day three pick who stands out above the rest. Right now, that is Charles Demmings. When you play cornerback, there is a certain energy and swagger that you need to have.

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

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Kyler Murray News / Viral Sports News / August 4

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell Opens Up Honestly About Kyler Murray

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell offered insight into the team’s choice to add quarterback Kyler Murray as a competitor for the starting job opposite J.J.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / August 4

Vikings training camp recap, Day 5: Defense wins the day as pads come on

After an off day on Sunday, Vikings training camp returned on Monday with the first padded practice of the year. It's another step towards the return of real football in 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 3

Vikings Day 5 Training Camp Recap: First day of pads showcases the differences between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy

After a four-day acclimation period, the Minnesota Vikings put the pads on Monday afternoon, and it made for an interesting practice. The best day of training camp is the fifth practice.

James Pierre News / Bring Me The Sports / August 3

Vikings' James Pierre is 'going to be OK' after injury scare

Vikings cornerback James Pierre is not expected to miss a lot of time after suffering an injury on the opening day of the team's training camp. "Yeah, it sounds like a short-term thing," said Flores on Monday when asked about Pierre's status.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Former Minnesota Vikings Tight End Has Reportedly Died

Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Norris Brown, a contributor to the University of Georgia’s 1980 national championship squad, has died. He was 65. Brown, whose full name was Willie Norris Brown, passed away Friday in Laurens, South Carolina, according to a local funeral home.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 3

Rookie DB Sounds Like an Even Bigger 53-Man Roster Threat After Impressing Vikings

Players around the NFL are finally donning pads as the second week of training camp begins. The Vikings aren't an exception to the rule, as head coach Kevin O'Connell continues to demand the best from his veterans and rookies alike as the calendar flips to August.

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 3

After inking Brian O'Neill, Vikings have two more contract extensions to get done

The Vikings checked off an important piece of business last week when they signed longtime right tackle Brian O'Neill, one of their captains and best players, to a four-year contract extension worth up to $96 million.

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Why the Vikings were right to ban that fan from training camp

Last week, a Minnesota Vikings fan who fancies himself as a Vikings content machine posted video of quarterback highlights from Vikings training camp. One problem: fans aren't allowed to film and post practice video.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 3

Vikings fan favorite is seeing his stock fall thanks to a variety of factors, and we saw it coming

There are some interesting roster battles on the Minnesota Vikings, and there could be some interesting roster decisions. Monday afternoon brings the first padded practice for the Minnesota Vikings, marking the real start of the evaluation process.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 3

Early Training Camp Signs Should Have Vikings Excited About Rookie Duo's Outlook

Monday marks the first padded practice at Vikings' training camp as they move out of the acclimation period that began last week. This is where the fun begins, especially for defensive coordinator Brian Flores and his unit.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Names Popping Up Early at Vikings' Training Camp

It's training camp season, and everybody is trying to impress the coaches and make inroads on the roster. The Vikings have had a great couple of first practices, and some guys have stood out, and some positional battles have gotten clearer, but it's still early.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Vikings’ Rookie Report: Who's Climbing and Who's Sliding on the Depth Chart

The Vikings' training camp is entering its second week, and a lot has happened so far, with the QB competition taking shape, the front office making moves, and the position battles being spotlighted; the news is coming in fast and furious around the Vikings facility.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 3

Vikings Expand CB Room as Camp Continues: What the Newest Signing Brings to the Table

It is the time of year when the Vikings, among other teams around the NFL, search for talent to add to their training camp and preseason rosters to possibly find a diamond-in-the-rough who can become a contributor during the upcoming season.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 2

Watch Vikings’ Justin Jefferson get on the table to fire up SummerSlam crowd

Justin Jefferson knows how to captivate a crowd, whether it’s on an NFL field or under the bright lights of WWE. The Minnesota Vikings superstar wide receiver brought his trademark charisma to SummerSlam 2026 at U.S.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Updated Vikings' 53-Man Roster Projection After First Four Practices

The first week of Vikings training camp is now in the books, and week 1 was eventful, with the QBs entering camp amid a dramatic battle, as well as a few front office moves that have already helped shake up the roster a bit.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 2

5 Bold Minnesota Vikings Predictions That Could Shock the NFL

Forget the cautious projections and the Vegas line sitting at a tepid 8.5 wins. The Minnesota Vikings are about to turn the 2026 NFL season into one of the league’s loudest surprises, and the boldest predictions say they will do it with flair that silences the skeptics still ranking them last in the NFC North.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

Vikings Signed UDFA CB Jarod Washington

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed undrafted rookie CB Jarod Washington to the roster. In a corresponding move, Minnesota waived RB Kejon

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 2

Four NFL quarterbacks facing the most pressure in 2026

The 2026 NFL season is just weeks away, and several of the league's biggest stars enter the year with plenty to prove.

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Sione Takitaki News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

Texans Signings Veteran LB Sione Takitaki

Aaron Wilson reports that the Texans are signing veteran LB Sione Takitaki to a contract on Saturday. Takitaki, 31, was the No. 80 overall pick in the third round of the 2019 draft by the Browns out of BYU.