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Minnesota Vikings News / TWSN / August 13
Kyler Murray is a Must-Draft Quarterback in Fantasy Football
Kevin O’Connell named Kyler Murray the starting quarterback of the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday after the end of training camp. Murray, who signed a one-year contract in the offseason, beat out 2025 starter and former first-round pick JJ McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 13
Minnesota Vikings Make Two RB Moves, Add 29-TD Playmaker
The Minnesota Vikings made a quiet but purposeful adjustment to their running back group this week, signing former Oregon State standout Jermar Jefferson while releasing Jordan Mims.
Kyler Murray News / Trade Talk Sports / August 13
Kyler Murray Is a High-Value Gamble for the Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback for the upcoming season. The 29-year-old signed a one-year deal with Minnesota after the Arizona Cardinals released him.
The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
How many of the 2008 Week 1 NFL starting quarterbacks can you name in five minutes?
Jordan Mason News / TWSN / August 13
Why Jordan Mason is the Minnesota Vikings RB to Draft in 2026 Fantasy Football
One big question around the Minnesota Vikings was already answered this year with Kyler Murray being named the starting quarterback. To me, that already makes this offense a lot more appealing, which will help Jordan Mason.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 13
Minnesota Vikings making the playoffs in 2026 could boil down to one element that propelled them in 2024
Winning football games is very simple, but getting there is very different from year to year. Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has been very good across his tenure.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 13
Tai Felton and multiple rookies are standing out at Vikings camp
While J.J. McCarthy didn't do enough to win the starting quarterback job, several other young Vikings players have impressed head coach Kevin O'Connell at training camp.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13
Comeback Player of the Year: Five players who should actually win the award
The NFL's Comeback Player of the Year award should be about more than simply having a better season than the one before.
Joe Huber News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 13
Offensive Lineman Joe Huber on the Rise at Vikings Training Camp
The Minnesota Vikings are serious about protecting their quarterback and opening holes in the run game during the 2026 NFL season. They proved this by using a first-round pick on left guard Donovan Jackson last year and extending right tackle Brian O'Neill this offseason.
Kyler Murray News / Athlon Sports / August 13
Kyler Murray's Health Will Determine if he's Going to be a Franchise Quarterback for the Vikings
With the Vikings now deep into training camp and only days away from their first preseason game against the New York Giants, we saw the biggest news of camp season break on Tuesday with the announcement of Kyler Murray being named the Vikings’ starting quarterback for 2026.
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.
J.J. McCarthy News / Field Level Media / August 13
Now Vikings' QB2, J.J. McCarthy to be ready when 'number's called'
J.J. McCarthy, clearly disappointed by the Minnesota Vikings' decision to relegate him to No. 2 quarterback, vowed to do what he can to help the team win from his backup role.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13
There might be a surprising trade suitor for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy
Kyler Murray will start the season as Kevin O'Connell's starting quarterback, with McCarthy as the primary backup.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 13
Fallout From Vikings’ QB Decision
After months of public hemming and hawing, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell announced his starting quarterback on Tuesday. The Vikings are rolling with inexpensive free agent flier Kyler Murray, not homegrown first-round pick J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 13
Vikings GM opens up about Kyler Murray decision, future of J.J. McCarthy
Nolan Teasley addressed Kevin O'Connell's decision and the state of the quarterback room in Minnesota.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 13
Report reveals alleged issues between Vikings' J.J. McCarthy, Kevin O'Connell after Kyler Murray decision
O'Connell confirmed this week that Murray will be the team's Week 1 starter.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 13
Vikings DC Brian Flores has a secret weapon to counter the newest NFL trend
One of the biggest question marks could end up being a secret weapon against the 13 personnel trend sweeping the NFL. Over the past few months, I’ve been very critical about the Minnesota Vikings‘ approach at edge rusher.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13
JJ McCarthy signals next move after seeing QB1 job slip away
The Minnesota Vikings have decided on their starting quarterback, with Kyler Murray winning the QB1 role over JJ McCarthy. The decision was confirmed on Tuesday by head coach Kevin O’Connell, though it was not exactly surprising, with Murray largely viewed as having the edge in his QB battle against McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 13
Brian Flores Sends Clear Message About Caleb Banks' Early Role With Vikings
When the Minnesota Vikings drafted Caleb Banks, they knew that his ramp-up to the 2026 NFL season was going to take some time. As we approach the first game of the preseason, we may have to adjust expectations for how often he is going to be on the field as a rookie.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 13
Minnesota Vikings release first unofficial depth chart with some fascinating elements that will shape the roster
The Minnesota Vikings have posted their first “unofficial” depth chart ahead of their preseason opener on Saturday. On Saturday afternoon, the Minnesota Vikings will kick off the preseason against the New York Giants, which will be an interesting one for multiple reasons.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 13
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy makes feelings on future clear after losing starting job to Kyler Murray
McCarthy seemed to send a strong message about his future.
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