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Vikings' Jordan Mason headed to IR; Kyler Murray practice update from KOC

Vikings running back Jordan Mason has a small fracture in his thumb and has been placed on short-term injured reserve, head coach Kevin O’Connell revealed on Wednesday.

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Vikings Placing RB Jordan Mason On IR, Signing RB Jerome Ford

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell announced that RB Jordan Mason is going on short-term injured reserve with a small fracture to his thumb, per Alec Lewis. To

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Vikings rumors: ESPN insider teases J.J. McCarthy scenario for Week 2 vs. Bears

Kyler Murray remains in concussion protocol after exiting Minnesota’s 39-22 win over the Green Bay Packers, creating uncertainty at quarterback ahead of Sunday’s NFC North matchup against the Chicago Bears.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16

Vikings' Carson Wentz gets good news in Minnesota's QB plan

Wentz played well in relief of Kyler Murray in Week 1.

Vikings' Kyler Murray gets strong Carson Wentz warning amid uncertainty

Carson Wentz earns massive bonus following Vikings win

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks on Kyler Murray's status after QB suffers concussion in Week 1 against Packers

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 16

Vikings’ biggest questions are heavy on both sides of the football, from Kyler Murray to Brian Flores’ defense

Sunday’s Vikings win over the Packers gave us a lot of intriguing elements to break down, and the film tells us all. The Minnesota Vikings pulled off an

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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 16

Vikings haven't lost at Soldier Field in more than 2,500 days

The oddsmakers don’t care that the Vikings have never lost in Chicago with Justin Jefferson on the roster; they’re making the Bears a healthy 5.5-point favorite at Soldier Field versus Minnesota on Sunday.

Caleb Banks News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 16

Caleb Banks's Quiet NFL Debut Is Being Overblown by Vikings Fans (For Now)

The preseason tape was rough. The Week 1 tape against the Packers was maybe even rougher. After an underwhelming debut, Vikings first-round pick Caleb Banks is still trying to find his footing at the NFL level, and it's abundantly clear that his issues won't be solved by Week 2.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16

Vikings' Kyler Murray gets strong Carson Wentz warning amid uncertainty

Wentz helped the Vikings earn a 39-22 win over the Green Bay Packers this past Sunday, and he will start for Minnesota against Chicago if Murray can't go.

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks on Kyler Murray's status after QB suffers concussion in Week 1 against Packers

Vikings' Carson Wentz gets bad news after replacing Kyler Murray

Carson Wentz earns massive bonus following Vikings win

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Brian Flores News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Vikings DC Brian Flores makes eye-opening take on Week 2 Bears showdown

The Minnesota Vikings defense faces an early-season trial by fire in Week 2, and defensive coordinator Brian Flores is embracing every second of the challenge.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

Three RBs work out for Vikings amid Jordan Mason uncertainty

Three running backs work out for Vikings amid Jordan Mason uncertainty

Perhaps it’s nothing more than the Vikings doing their due diligence, but it could be no coincidence that three running backs were at TCO Performance Center in Eagan one day after head coach Kevin O’Connell revealed that Jordan Mason is dealing with a thumb injury.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 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 2026 season.

Kevin O'Connell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 15

The Biggest Decision Kevin O’Connell Got Right Against the Packers (And What It Means Moving Forward)

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Sunday’s 39-22 victory against the Packers was anything but ordinary for the Vikings, but in a sense, that’s exactly why it was an entirely on-brand performance.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley host multiple players for tryouts, including one with an interesting background

The Minnesota Vikings are always looking for more talent, and an injury to Jordan Mason opened the door. After the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon, the team turned its attention to some minor injuries.

Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Latest Kyler Murray injury update comes from an unlikely Vikings source

Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores did some rare media after Sunday’s big win, and talked about Kyler Murray. One of the biggest question marks surrounding the Minnesota Vikings is quarterback Kyler Murray.

Jerome Ford News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Vikings Worked Out Four Including RB Jerome Ford

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted four free agents for workouts on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: DB Maceo Beard RB Ulysses Bentley RB Jerome Ford RB Kenny McIntosh Ford, 26, transferred from Alabama to Cincinnati after two years and played two years for the Bearcats.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 16

Vikings' Carson Wentz gets bad news after replacing Kyler Murray

Wentz completed 12 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns in the comeback win over the Packers, and the arm talent and experience are there, but so are the wild decisions and inconsistency.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

Carson Wentz's head movement gave Justin Jefferson rare 1-on-1 for TD

Justin Jefferson made a phenomenal grab on his 39-yard touchdown reception against the Packers on Sunday, but he was in a rare one-on-one matchup thanks to a subtle move by quarterback Carson Wentz.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / September 15

'He's going to die!' The funniest Packers fan meltdowns from Vikings nightmare

If Mr. Flapjack Presents throws his hat into the ring for Minnesota governor, he might win November’s election after creating the most hilarious anti-Packers video I’ve ever seen.

Justin Jefferson News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Vikings Film Room: Justin Jefferson is getting the ball in unique ways, creating potential evolution in Kevin O’Connell’s offense

The journey of a play-caller is different in every situation, but there are some interesting things that Kevin O’Connell is doing. One of the more frustrating parts of the Minnesota Vikings‘ offense in 2025 was the lack of involvement for wide receiver Justin Jefferson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Justin Jefferson, Josh Oliver Receive Top Grades From PFF After Win vs. Packers

On Sunday, Carson Wentz kept the Minnesota Vikings alive after Kyler Murray exited early following just 11 offensive plays. Wentz changed the complexion of the game by completing 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns, helping Minnesota erase a 22-10 deficit and score the final 29 points.

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