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Vikings bring Jihad Ward back to practice squad after release from Giants

For the second time this season, the Vikings have signed veteran defensive lineman Jihad Ward to their practice squad. They released rookie offensive tackle Tristan Leigh on Friday to make room for Ward’s return.

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3 Thoughts Ahead of Vikings' Week 7 Game vs. Colts

Kevin O’Connell and his team need to be aware of the team’s history as the undefeated Minnesota Vikings prepare to play a frustrated Indianapolis Colts team in Week 7 that appears to be in over its head this week.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 23

3 Vikings Lineup Decisions I'd Make If I Were Kevin O'Connell vs. the Colts in Week 7

The bye week provided a perfect opportunity for the Vikings to get healthy and regroup. Now, in Week 7, the Vikings have plenty of things to figure out ahead of the upcoming NFL trade deadline, and this matchup against the Colts may be the ideal platform to determine the best path forward.

Jonathan Taylor News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 23

Analyzing What a Jonathan Taylor Trade Could Look Like for the Vikings

The Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline is fast approaching, and Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley will face some incredibly difficult decisions. With minimal input on the current roster after being hired in June, the coming weeks will be his first chance to shape the organization's present and future.

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How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 23

Minnesota Vikings’ 5-0 record isn’t by mistake, and they deserve more respect

Very few seem to be giving the Minnesota Vikings much credit for their 5-0 start, but they have earned their record. Despite starting out at 5-0, all national media can talk about is how the Minnesota Vikings aren’t as good as their record.

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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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Biggest Colts' Weaknesses Vikings Need to Exploit in Week 7

The Minnesota Vikings would appear to have several advantages over the Indianapolis Colts in their Week 7 meeting at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings’ defense is the best in the league, and they are going up against an average Colts offense.

Demond Claiborne News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 22

Demond Claiborne's Vikings Future Could Be Crystal Clear After Week 7

There's no sugarcoating it: Vikings rookie running back Demond Claiborne has been a huge letdown early in the 2026 NFL season. The preseason hype built around his excellent training camp, where he showed great speed and athleticism, has not translated into regular-season success.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Vikings Thursday Injury Report vs. Colts: It’s scary how healthy Minnesota is coming out of the bye week

The Minnesota Vikings are officially coming off of their bye week, with a battered Indianapolis Colts team coming to town. The Minnesota Vikings are set to host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon, marking the third home game at U.S.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / October 22

Vikings-Colts preview: Key players, stats that matter, and an X-factor

The Vikings are back from their bye, which came early in the season but was timed nicely in terms of allowing several key offensive players to get healthy.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 22

Vikings' Biggest Need Ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline Is Painfully Obvious

The undefeated Vikings need to decide how aggressive they will be before the 2026 NFL trade deadline, which takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 10. If the Purple and Gold feel they are truly contenders, general manager Nolan Teasley should do what he can to strengthen the roster and prepare for a potential playoff run.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Here's What Should Scare the Indianapolis Colts About the Minnesota Vikings in Week 7

Most of the noise around West 56th Street this week has been about the front office. Lost in all of it is how complete the Minnesota Vikings’ 5-0 start has been, and how badly the Indianapolis Colts match up with a defense that has a Super Bowl case on the road.

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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.

Harrison Smith News / Bring Me The Sports / October 22

Vikings' Harrison Smith reveals 2026 will be the final year of his career

Legendary Vikings safety Harrison Smith has declared that this will be the final season of his stellar career. In an interview with former Seahawks star cornerback Richard Sherman, Smith said that the 2026 season will be the last time he suits up in the NFL.

Kyler Murray News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 22

3 Bold Vikings Predictions as Kyle Murray & Co. Host the Colts in Week 7

The Vikings will host a game at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday for just the third time this season as they welcome the 2-4 Colts to the Twin Cities in Week 7.

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Saquon Barkley News / Bring Me The Sports / October 22

Could Vikings really land Saquon Barkley for a third-round pick?

Jordan Mason is returning from a fractured thumb, and Aaron Jones has spent the last month playing through a sprained MCL. The Vikings’ backfield is getting healthier, but with Super Bowl aspirations and two injury-prone running backs, could Minnesota make a blockbuster move before the NFL trade deadline?

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Is This a Trap Game for Vikings Against Colts?

The Minnesota Vikings are getting healthy again as they come out of their bye week. As they prepare for their Week 7 game against the Indianapolis Colts, they are very likely to have at least four key players back who had been battling injuries.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / October 22

Aaron Jones' toughness on display after revelation about knee injury

The word “warrior” has been thrown around quite a bit in regards to the way Vikings veteran running back Aaron Jones has handled a workhorse role, played through pain, and put up big numbers during Jordan Mason’s four-week stint on injured reserve.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 22

Vikings welcome back key players for clash vs. banged-up Colts

The Minnesota Vikings are about to welcome some reinforcements. That could be good news for Minnesota (5-0) as it looks to stay undefeated when it plays the Indianapolis Colts (2-4) on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Kevin O'Connell comments on the NFL trade deadline

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell sends firm statement on how he feels about the NFL trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 coming out of their bye week, and all anyone can talk about is the trade deadline.

Three potential trade proposals for Eagles RB Saquon Barkley

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Jerry Jones reveals scenario in which Cowboys could move impact player ahead of trade deadline

Colts' trade-deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Giants reportedly make JJ McCarthy decision after Jameis Winston benching

The New York Giants had a decision to make as far as the starting quarterback goes, but it looks like it will be JJ McCarthy. McCarthy replaced Jameis Winston in the Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints, and now ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that McCarthy will start for the Giants in Week 7 against the Houston Texans.

Minnesota Vikings News / TWSN / October 21

Minnesota Vikings Need to Trade for This 1000 Yard-RB...

The Minnesota Vikings have emerged as one of the NFL’s top contenders this season, but adding Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard could make their offense even more dangerous heading into the second half of the year.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Minnesota Vikings Trade Deadline Preview: Nolan Teasley’s path to glory is not the one you’re expecting

We are all expecting the Minnesota Vikings to be aggressive at the trade deadline, and this is the path that is most ideal. The NFL trade deadline is fast approaching, and the Minnesota Vikings are likely to be aggressive.

Jordan Mason News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Vikings Designate RB Jordan Mason To Return

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have designated RB Jordan Mason to return from injured reserve. Mason, 27, wound up signing with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent out of Georgia Tech following the 2022 draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

Super Bowl favorites before Week 7 include only two of NFL's three unbeatens

Three NFL teams remain unbeaten, but sportsbooks aren't sold on all three of them as Super Bowl contenders.

'MNF' takeaways: Mike Evans' injury looms large as 49ers survive late Commanders rally

Kyle Shanahan shares encouraging Mike Evans injury update after 49ers' win over Commanders

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Vikings Exploring Various Moves Ahead Of Trade Deadline

Per Alec Lewis of The Athletic, Vikings GM Nolan Teasley “is open to pursuing a bevy of ideas at the trade deadline.” Lewis headlined a few position that would make sense for the Vikings, and was clear asking price and cap implications will determine the extent of potential moves.