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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30

Vikings sign five players to practice squad, including two new running backs

After some roster shuffling on Tuesday that saw Kyle Van Noy and Max Brosmer brought up to the 53-man roster, the Vikings have signed five players to round out their practice squad on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 30

Vikings' Two Wednesday Signings Aren't Enough to Address Running Back Woes

Much has been made of the Vikings' anemic offense to start the season. Through the first three weeks, Minnesota ranks dead last in total yardage, and has leaned heavily on their elite defense to carry the load.

Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Vikings Acquire Record-Setting Weapon Before Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings signed running back Audric Estime to their practice squad on Wednesday, adding a proven college workhorse and NFL depth piece as they continue to shuffle the backfield, the team announced.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

Vikings Announce Five Practice Squad Signings

The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed P Johnny Hekker, RB Audric Estime, RB Devin Neal, OLB Keshawn Banks, and G Josh Priebe to their practice squad

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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.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30

Vikings-Dolphins line: How has Minnesota fared as a heavy favorite since 2000?

The Vikings are in a position this week that is unfamiliar territory, at least in recent years: They’re favored to win their game on Sunday by double-digits.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Vikings Week 4 NFL Power Rankings Roundup Has Minnesota Rising Everywhere After Win Over Tampa Bay

The Minnesota Vikings sit at 3-0, though their path to an undefeated start has been far from straightforward. They defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-16 at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, keeping the Vikings unbeaten and elevating them across national NFL power rankings.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 30

Report reveals stunning reason Vikings passed on Aaron Rodgers

After Sam Darnold signed with the Seahawks and Daniel Jones left for the Colts after the 2024 season, the Minnesota Vikings had J.J. McCarthy and Brett Rypien in the quarterback room when they told Aaron Rodgers that they weren’t interested.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Report reveals why McCarthy is with Giants instead of Colts' Richardson

Report reveals why J.J. McCarthy is with Giants instead of Colts' Anthony Richardson Sr.

The Giants agreed this past Monday to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for McCarthy.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Report reveals if Giants' Dart views McCarthy as potential threat

Report reveals if Giants' Jaxson Dart views J.J. McCarthy as potential threat

This past Monday, the Giants agreed to send the Minnesota Vikings a 2027 fifth-round draft pick for McCarthy.

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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.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Minnesota Vikings' Passing Game Had No Answers Without Justin Jefferson

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson left early in the Week 3 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, removing the player around whom the passing plan had been built.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Vikings Named Landing Spot for $14 Million Running Back Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Vikings keep winning without much help from an offense that hasn’t topped 250 total yards in any game. Kenneth Gainwell could give it a jolt, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers might be ready to move him.

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 30

Report details why Vikings picked J.J. McCarthy over Aaron Rodgers, McCarthy's Minnesota downfall

Why did the Vikings pass on Aaron Rodgers? And how did things go off the rails for McCarthy in Minnesota?

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J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / September 30

What Giants' McCarthy has in common with Hall of Fame, MVP QBs

What Giants' J.J. McCarthy has in common with Hall of Fame, MVP quarterbacks

Those running the Minnesota Vikings said plenty about how they viewed McCarthy when they agreed this past Monday to trade the third-year quarterback to the Giants for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Adam Thielen Makes Feelings Clear on Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy Trade

The Minnesota Vikings traded quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick, closing the book on a first-round project that never fully took hold.

Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 29

Brian Flores is keeping Vikings on its toes ahead of game vs. 0-3 Dolphins

On paper, the Minnesota Vikings have a golden opportunity to advance to 4-0 in Week 4 against the Miami Dolphins after De’Von Achane was officially placed on IR with a season-ending ACL injury.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Vikings Predicted to Replace Kyler Murray with Shocking QB Steal

Tankathon’s latest 2027 NFL mock draft has Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin coming off the board at No. 31 overall, the last pick of the first round, a projection that puts a high-efficiency passer in range of teams treating 2026 as a one-year experiment under center.

Josh Oliver News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Josh Oliver's Injury Leaves the 3-0 Vikings With a Tight End Question for Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings are struggling to get their offense going through the first three weeks of the season. While the defense and special teams have been dominating for head coach Kevin O’Connell, offensive achievements are few and far between for this 3-0 team.

J.J. McCarthy News / The Spun / September 29

J.J. McCarthy Gets New Jersey Number With Giants, Ditches 'Nine' Nickname

J.J. McCarthy is officially entering a new chapter in his NFL career. During the 2025 season, McCarthy was asked about the intensity he plays with once an NFL game kicks off.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 29

Minnesota Vikings suddenly acquire former 1,200-yard RB

The Minnesota Vikings are adding another running back.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

Vikings Make Eight Roster Moves For Week 4

The Minnesota Vikings announced a series of roster moves on Tuesday for Week 4. The full list includes: Vikings placed TE Josh Oliver on injured reserve.

Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29

Vikings Sign QB Max Brosmer From Practice Squad

The quick ending to J.J. McCarthy’s Minnesota stay produced a Giants move to create roster space. The team waived Jake Haener; though, per The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero, the young backup is expected to stay with the team on the practice squad if/once he clears waivers today.

Justin Jefferson News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Suffered Ankle Sprain, Could Play Week 4

It’s been a notable day for the Vikings. The team moved on from former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy in a deal with the Giants, and they learned that tight end Josh Oliver will likely miss the rest of the season after suffering a biceps tear.

Justin Jefferson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28

Vikings announce Justin Jefferson injury update after early exit in Week 3

The Minnesota Vikings were holding their breath after superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson left after just six snaps in Week 3. Jefferson suffered an ankle injury in the Vikings’ 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but head coach Kevin O’Connell gave a positive update regarding their superstar.