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Minnesota Vikings backup quarterback situation could be fixed by reuniting with an old friend

Head coach Kevin O’Connell has used three or more quarterbacks in two of his first four seasons, making the position a major priority. We don’t know for sure how the Minnesota Vikings are going to fill out the quarterback room, but it’s likely going to look different than it did last year.

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‘Sean Payton was right’: J.J. McCarthy’s Vikings future takes a stunning turn as QB reunion talk grows

J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota Vikings future has taken another twist, with speculation growing that the former first-round pick could be traded or released before the start of the 2026 season.

Johnny Hekker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Vikings Releasing P Johnny Hekker

According to Tom Pelissero, the Vikings are releasing veteran P Johnny Hekker during roster cuts today. He had been competing with sixth-round P Brett Thorson for the starting punter job, and the rookie gets the nod for Minnesota. Hekker, 36, wound up signing on with the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of Oregon State back in 2012.

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The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

As of the 2025 season, 47 NFL players have made 10 or more Pro Bowls over the course of their careers. How many of the 47 can you name in five minutes?

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Johnny Hekker News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Vikings To Release P Johnny Hekker

Johnny Hekker will be looking for a new place to punt. The decorated specialist was unable to beat out a rookie in Vikings camp, and The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero reports the 15th-year veteran is off Minnesota’s roster.

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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.

Jacob Thomas News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 30

Jacob Thomas' Injury Shouldn't Stop Him From Making Vikings' 53-Man Roster

There was a scary moment early in the third and final preseason game for the Minnesota Vikings on Friday night. Against the Denver Broncos, undrafted free agent safety Jacob Thomas went down with what appeared to be a leg injury, and fans immediately expected the worst.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 29

Former Vikings quarterback, punter Bob Lee dies at 81

The Minnesota Vikings have paid tribute to former quarterback and punter Bob Lee, who died earlier this month at the age of 81. Lee’s passing was confirmed Saturday, though he actually died on Aug.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29

Exclusive: Former Vikings QB Daunte Culpepper Talks Murray, McCarthy & Minnesota Memories

RAMSEY, MN — A cool breeze filled the air as golfers pulled into The Links at Norfolk for the 2026 Erickson Classic, a charity golf tournament benefiting local youth, one day before the NFL's 53-man roster deadline.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 29

Latest NFL trade could impact Minnesota Vikings quarterback situation in a multitude of ways

The Minnesota Vikings could have more opportunities to impact their quarterback position the latest NFL trade. The Minnesota Vikings backup quarterback situation remains up in the air, and a trade between two other teams could end up shaping how it plays out.

Dillon Bell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29

Examining Which Vikings' Outlook Took a Blow in Defeat vs. Broncos (Including Dillon Bell)

It would be easy to say that every single player who suited up for the Vikings in Friday's humiliating preseason loss to the Broncos should have their odds of making the team plummet.

Jacob Thomas News / A to Z Sports / August 29

Minnesota Vikings get great injury news after Friday’s preseason finale that could impact the 53-man roster

The best story on the Minnesota Vikings has been UDFA safety Jacob Thomas, but he suffered an injury against The Minnesota Vikings received a scare during Friday night’s preseason game against the Denver Broncos when undrafted free agent safety Jacob Thomas left with an ankle injury in the first quarter.

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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 29

The Vikings had a very ugly preseason. Does it matter?

The Vikings’ three-game preseason slate, which wrapped up with a 34-6 loss on Friday in Denver, was an ugly mess that only slightly resembled NFL football.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 29

5 Vikings saw their stock move in presesaon finale vs. Broncos and it could impact the final 53-man roster

Friday night saw the Minnesota Vikings finish up the preseason against the Denver Broncos with interesting performances. The Minnesota Vikings wrapped up their preseason with a 34-6 loss to the Denver Broncos.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29

Grading the Vikings After Their 34-6 Loss to the Broncos

Friday night's preseason finale was one to forget in Denver, and the Vikings will now turn their attention to the mandatory cutdown on Sunday. The Vikings got stomped 34-6 by the Broncos and had little to show for any moral victories either.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29

Vikings Demolished by Broncos in Preseason Finale: Here Are the 3 Things That Mattered Most

The Vikings put an end to their preseason on Friday night. If viewers were hoping for an exciting start to their weekend, they got the exact opposite.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 29

Minnesota Vikings Roster Cuts 2026: Tracking all of Nolan Teasley’s moves to get to 53 players

New Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley has begun making difficult decisions to craft the 53-man roster. The Minnesota Vikings finished the preseason with a 1-2 record after losing to the Denver Broncos by a score of 34-6.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / August 29

Vikings-Broncos reaction: Roster locks, safety injuries, and McCarthy

The Vikings got pounded 34-6 by the Broncos in the preseason finale on Friday night. While there wasn’t a lot to take away from the game, we got a good idea of which backups are closer to being roster locks than bubble guys before the Vikings finalize the 53-man roster.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 29

Fishy injury update on J.J. McCarthy hints at potential move

Fishy injury update on Vikings' J.J. McCarthy hints at potential move

The Minnesota Vikings seem ready to move on from J.J. McCarthy.

Klint Kubiak makes strange Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins call

Kubiak hints at stunning Mendoza decision if Cousins is named QB1

Colts' Anthony Richardson finally gets potential trade update

Ravens get fresh Lamar Jackson warning as season approaches

Steelers' Mike McCarthy seems to confirm Will Howard decision

Todd Monken has Shedeur Sanders verdict after Dillon Gabriel shines

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 28

Vikings beat out every NFC North team in new ranking

The NFL season hasn't started yet, so it may be premature to get too excited about rankings that are dropping, but still, Minnesota Vikings fans should like this latest tally from USA Today.

What Vikings' Kevin O'Connell didn't say amid rumors about possible J.J. McCarthy decision

Vikings reporter shares more bad news for J.J. McCarthy amid roster-cut rumors

Former Vikings player suggests poor J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray relationship could lead to stunning decision

Kevin O’Connell could be coaching for his job as Vikings fall behind NFC North rivals

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 28

Former Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Has Reportedly Died

Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback and punter Bob Lee, a 17th-round pick who stuck around for 12 NFL seasons and helped the club reach two Super Bowls, died Aug.

Harrison Smith News / Bring Me The News / August 28

Harrison Smith's silence is the loudest clue yet for anxious Vikings fans

Harrison Smith has always kept his life away from football private, and that’s one reason his status ahead of the upcoming NFL regular season remains unknown.