Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

J.J. McCarthy ruled out with injury after big hit, replaced by Max Brosmer

The health of J.J. McCarthy is once again in the spotlight after he was crushed by an unblocked Brian Burns, leading to a strip sack that former Gophers safety Tyler Nubin scooped up and returned for a Giants touchdown in the final seconds of the first half.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Both Aaron Jones, Jordan Mason suffer injuries right at start of Vikings-Giants game

The Minnesota Vikings are taking on the New York Giants on Sunday with the hope of advancing to a 7-8 record. Unfortunately, running the ball might be a tad difficult, as both running backs, Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason, suffered injuries early in the contest.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 21

Travel chaos keeps Vikings penned on planes and buses for nearly 11 hours

It was nearly 11 p.m. EST on Saturday when the Vikings' team plane touched down in Newark, New Jersey, the result of a mechanical issue that forced pilots to turn the original team flight back to Minneapolis-St.

Jonathan Taylor News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz

How many of the 55 NFL players to get a hat-trick of rushing touchdowns multiple times in the same season can you name in eight minutes?

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 20

Vikings face plane issues before Giants clash

The Minnesota Vikings encountered an unexpected travel setback on Saturday evening as they attempted to fly from Minneapolis to New Jersey ahead of their Week 16 matchup against the New York Giants.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 20

Vikings plane to New Jersey forced to turn back ahead of Giants clash

The Minnesota Vikings will be delayed getting to New Jersey for Sunday's game against the New York Giants after the team's plane was forced to turn back.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 20

Vikings have unexpected complications that could cost them dearly ahead of Sunday's game vs. Giants

A rough 2025 season for the Minnesota Vikings continues to get worse. Earlier in the week, the Vikings decided to place edge rusher Jonathan Greenard, safety Josh Metellus, and left tackle Christian Darrisaw on injured reserve, ending their seasons.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / December 20

Vikings Delayed For Sunday's Game Due To Airplane Problem

The Minnesota Vikings are a bit behind schedule heading into this Sunday's game against the New York Giants. Although the 2025 season has been a struggle for the Vikings, the fan base received some much-needed hope in Week 15.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 20

'We've already seen it naturally' -- Kevin O'Connell makes bold statement about approach in the final three games

With three games remaining in the 2025 season, the Minnesota Vikings are eliminated from the playoffs and the injuries are mounting. Just in the last week, the Vikings placed edge rusher Jonathan Greenard, safety Josh Metellus, and left tackle Christian Darrisaw on injured reserve.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / December 20

NFL Announces Punishment for Justin Jefferson, Cowboys Incident

Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings secured a second straight win in Week 15, jumping to 6-8 on the 2025 NFL season after a 34-26 win on the road against CeeDee Lamb and the Dallas Cowboys.

Brian Flores News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 20

What will it take for the Vikings to retain Brian Flores?

The 2025-26 season is the final year of Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores' current contract. What will it take for Minnesota to retain its top assistant?

NFL News / Yardbarker

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 20

Minnesota Vikings lose key member of their staff to a homecoming with an impressive promotion

The Minnesota Vikings being at 6-8 so far this season means that there will likely be multiple changes coming. Head coach Kevin O'Connell is likely not on the hot seat due to his 40-25 record leading the Vikings, but the lack of success will likely lead to changes this offseason.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 19

Vikings assistant reportedly leaving for Cal defensive coordinator role

Vikings safeties coach Michael Hutchings is reportedly leaving the organization to take the vacant defensive coordinator role at Cal, according to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The '2004-05 NFL passing leaders' quiz

The 'Most multi-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

Christian Darrisaw News / Pro Football Rumors / December 19

Vikings To Place Christian Darrisaw On IR

The Vikings placed linebacker Jonathan Greenard and safety Josh Metellus on injured reserve earlier this week, ending their seasons. Add left tackle Christian Darrisaw to the list.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The News / December 19

K-pop, country acts added to Vikings halftime show with Snoop Dogg

Two new acts have been announced to perform alongside rapper Snoop Dogg in Minneapolis on Christmas Day during the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions game.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 19

Vikings HC Head coach Kevin O'Connell provides clarity on multiple injuries ahead of Sunday's game vs. Giants

The Minnesota Vikings have dealt with a lot of injuries so far this season. Going into the game on Sunday against the New York Giants, there were still plenty of injuries to deal with, including left tackle Christian Darrisaw.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 19

Minnesota Vikings have one thing left to achieve in the 2025 season and it goes against conventional wisdom

The 2025 season for the Minnesota Vikings has not gone the way they had planned. After getting a dramatic win in the season opener against the Chicago Bears, the massive string of injuries truly began with running back Aaron Jones and quarterback J.J.

Josh Metellus News / Pro Football Rumors / December 17

Vikings S Josh Metellus To Undergo Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery

The Vikings lost outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard to a season-ending shoulder injury in Week 15. Safety Josh Metellus will join Greenard on the shelf for the rest of the year.