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Will Aaron Jones play on Thursday Night Football against the Chargers?

The Vikings officially opened veteran running back Aaron Jones' 21-day practice window on Tuesday, and there's a chance for him to play as soon as this Thursday against the Chargers.

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Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy Not Ready For Week 8, Carson Wentz Will Start Again

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will not be ready to play Week 8 as he recovers from an ankle sprain, and QB Carson Wentz will get another start.

Minnesota Vikings News / Sporting News / October 21

Kevin O'Connell makes Vikings starting quarterback announcement for Week 8

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has announced who the team's starting quarterback will be for the Thursday night game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 8.

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Max Brosmer News / Pro Football Talk / October 21

Could Max Brosmer get the start for the Vikings on Thursday night?

It's a short week, and the Vikings could be shorthanded at quarterback. Both J.J. McCarthy (ankle) and Carson Wentz (left shoulder) were listed as limited participants in a Monday practice that didn't actually happen.

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Do the Vikings Listen to Trade Offers for $66 Million Pass Catcher?

Do the Vikings listen on trade offers for star tight end T.J. Hockenson? In early November, the NFL will arrive at its trade deadline. Minnesota is working through an internal checklist to determine how to proceed with the trade possibilities.

Justin Jefferson News / purplePTSD.com / October 21

The Justin Jefferson Problem Confronting the Vikings

There’s no need to lean on hyperbole when claiming that Justin Jefferson is a historically great receiver (and part-time photographer). On an annual basis, the online chatter surrounding the NFL considers who the league’s foremost receiver is (such as the claim about Philly’s A.J.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Jordan Addison's future with the Vikings could be in doubt with teams looking to be aggressive for a talented WR at the trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings are in a very interesting spot going into the heart of their schedule. After a 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Vikings sit a 3-3 with a gauntlet of teams in front of them, starting with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night.

Isaiah Rodgers News / Field Level Media / October 20

Vikings 'disgusted' at racist comments directed at CB Isaiah Rodgers

The Minnesota Vikings released a statement saying they are disgusted at the racial slurs directed at cornerback Isaiah Rodgers on social media after Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 20

The Vikings’ First Injury Report of the Week Is Here

On Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings failed to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles and just one day later, we have the first injury of the week. Usually, those arrive on Wednesday, but Kevin O’Connell’s operation is in a short week with the next matchup looming on Thursday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 20

Where the Vikings stand in the NFC playoff picture heading into Week 8

The Vikings fell on their face in a 28-22 loss to the Eagles on Sunday, with the lossing dropping them to 3-3 overall and significantly down in the NFC standings entering Week 8.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Minnesota Vikings came out on the wrong side of two reviews Sunday afternoon, and the outcomes contradict themselves

The referees weren't the reason why the Minnesota Vikings ended up losing 28-22 to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, but they certainly didn't help matters.

Adam Schefter News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 20

Schefter reveals his 'expectation' for Vikings' starting QB against Chargers

Reports may arise, but there's a chance Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell doesn't reveal Minnesota's starting quarterback until gameday Thursday in Los Angeles, where they are 2.5-point underdogs against the Chargers.

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Why the Vikings didn't place J.J. McCarthy or Andrew Van Ginkel on IR

Within all of the discussion around J.J. McCarthy's injury, which includes the "soft benching" conspiracy theory, one question comes up a lot: Why didn't the Vikings place him on injured reserve?

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

NFL panic meter: Should Commanders, Chargers be worried?

The season is starting to turn for a few NFL teams that entered the season with playoff expectations. Which ones should be worried, and which should hold off on pressing the panic button?

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T.J. Hockenson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

TJ Hockenson had harsh words for referees after his diving TD catch was overturned

Minnesota Vikings tight end TJ Hockenson did not hide his feelings Sunday after his critical touchdown catch was wiped out by NFL replay review. Hockenson

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20