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Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / September 21

Vikings' Isaiah Rodgers scores 87-yard pick-six, 66-yard fumble return TD in first half

Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers had a first half for the ages today against the Bengals. In the first quarter, Rodgers intercepted Bengals quarterback Jake Browning and ran it back 87 yards for a touchdown.

Carson Wentz News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21

Carson Wentz kicks off Vikings stint with flawless TD drive

The Minnesota Vikings took an early 7-0 lead over the Cincinnati Bengals in the first quarter. Veteran quarterback Carson Wentz got the start on Sunday while JJ McCarthy nurses a high ankle sprain.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / September 21

Carson Wentz throws TD pass, Jake Browning throws pick-6, Vikings lead 14-0

Both the Vikings and the Bengals are playing their backup quarterbacks today. Both quarterbacks threw passes that ended up in the end zone in the first quarter.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21

The Carson Wentz advice Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell got from Sean McVay, Andy Reid

On Sunday afternoon, the Minnesota Vikings will take the field at home for a matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Both teams will be playing with their

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21

Will Vikings QB Carson Wentz have Christian Darrisaw protecting him vs. Bengals?

The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3, as the team aims to advance to a 2-1 record. However, the club will be without JJ McCarthy under center, as the second-year quarterback is dealing with an ankle injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 21

Vikings reveal inactive players for Bengals game: Darrisaw, Smith active

The Vikings are getting some reinforcements for today's game against the Bengals. Left tackle Christian Darrisaw (knee), safety Harrison Smith (illness), and outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (concussion) are all officially active.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

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Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / September 21

The reason Vikings traded for Jordan Mason has arrived thanks to Aaron Jones

The moment has arrived.

J.J. McCarthy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 21

Vikings Currently Expect QB J.J. McCarthy To Return After Week 6 Bye

According to Tracy Wolfson, the Vikings are currently planning for QB J.J. McCarthy to be out through the team’s bye in Week 6. That would sideline him

Carson Wentz News / Pro Football Talk / September 21

Carson Wentz gets his latest start, with the team he rooted for as a child

Carson Wentz's career as a starter was expedited by an injury to a Vikings quarterback. Teddy Bridgewater's torn ACL forced Minnesota to scramble for help, prompting the Eagles to collect a first-round pick and a fourth-round pick for Sam Bradford — and pushing Wentz into the unquestioned QB1 role in Philly.

Aaron Jones News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Vikings Activate Familiar RB After Tough Aaron Jones Injury Decision

Life comes at you fast in the NFL. A mere 12 days ago, the Minnesota Vikings pulled off an impressive fourth-quarter comeback against the Chicago Bears and felt like they were on top of the world, but now they’re in the complete opposite position.

Harrison Smith News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 21

Darrisaw, Smith 'will likely rotate on and off' the field Sunday, insider says

When the Vikings and Bengals battle Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, it'll mark the season debut for both left tackle Christan Darrisaw and safety Harrison Smith.

Christian Darrisaw News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Vikings Make Final Decision on OT Christian Darrisaw After 11-Month Injury Recovery

The Minnesota Vikings have been beaten up by injuries this week with major blows to quarterback J.J. McCarthy and running back Aaron Jones. Both were injured in last week’s loss to the Atlanta Falcons and will be out for multiple weeks.

J.J. McCarthy News / Gridiron Heroics / September 21

Minnesota Vikings Reveal Big JJ McCarthy Update Before Week 3

Entering the 2025 NFL season, there were a lot of questions surrounding the Minnesota Vikings. Obviously, the biggest question had to do with new starting quarterback J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 20

Vikings Elevate Two Players Including RB Cam Akers

The Minnesota Vikings announced Saturday that they’ve elevated RB Cam Akers and G Henry Byrd for their Week 3 game. Minnesota lost RB Aaron Jones to a

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 20

Veteran safety to make Vikings debut in Week 3

Vikings safety Harrison Smith is expected to make his 2025 debut in Week 3 against the Bengals after recovering from a personal health issue.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 20

Vikings are 'enthusiastic' about QB J.J. McCarthy's backup

The Vikings are certainly excited about what their backup signal-caller can bring to the table.

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Justin Jefferson News / FirstSportz / September 20

Ja’Marr Chase Teases Justin Jefferson Ahead of Vikings-Bengals Game

Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase were the top two receivers in 2024, according to their peers. These two former college teammates will face off against each other when the 2-0 Cincinnati Bengals travel to the US Bank Stadium to play the 1-1 Minnesota Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 19

Minnesota Vikings Final Week 3 Injury Report: Major questions still remain with multiple starters ruled out

The Minnesota Vikings will be without multiple starters for their Week 3 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, as the final injury report lists three players out, with four more questionable.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 19

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell talks LT Christian Darriasaw continuing to be in a state of uncertainty 'We've got a plan in place'

The Minnesota Vikings are in a state of uncertainty when it comes to left tackle Christian Darrisaw. After tearing his ACL during the Week 8 game against the Los Angeles Rams and has yet to return.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16