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J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 18

J.J. McCarthy is seeing the field better, and here's what he says changed

J.J. McCarthy believes he's starting to catch up to the speed of the NFL. After accounting for six touchdowns in back-to-back wins over the Commanders and Cowboys, McCarthy has a renewed sense of confidence, largely because he's getting more comfortable in head coach Kevin O'Connell's offense.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18

Vikings vs. Giants bold predictions for Week 16 clash

Two of the best young quarterbacks meet on the field in Week 16 when the New York Giants welcome the Minnesota Vikings to MetLife Stadium. A lot of eyes will be on the head-to-head battle between Jaxson Dart and J.J.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17

Vikings' O-line is banged up ahead of matchup with Giants' stout front

The health of the Vikings' offensive line bears watching over the course of this week as they prepare for a trip to New Jersey to take on the Giants' impressive defensive front.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / December 17

Vikings Week 16 Injury Report: Trenches present major cause for concern ahead of final road game

The Minnesota Vikings are looking to improve their record to 7-8 when they take on the 2-12 New York Giants, who are in contention for the first overall pick.

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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.

Christian Darrisaw News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17

Despite ongoing knee issues, Vikings aren't shutting down Darrisaw for now

The Vikings are at the point in a lost season where they're making the decision to shut down certain injured players in order to avoid risking any further damage.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / December 17

Vikings place S Josh Metellus, LB Jonathan Greenard on IR

Minnesota Vikings safety Josh Metellus and outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard were placed on injured reserve Wednesday due to their respective shoulder injuries.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17

Kyler Murray-Vikings rumors go silent after 2 good weeks from J.J. McCarthy?

The emotional reactions during an NFL season are chaotic, and there's no better example than The J.J. McCarthy Experience. Take Week 1, for example. He was borderline worthless for three quarters before he led three consecutive touchdown drives in the fourth quarter to help the Vikings stun the Bears at Soldier Field.

Minnesota Vikings 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.

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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 17

Latest Minnesota Vikings' injury opens up an opportunity for 2023 NFL Draft pick that could improve Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's resume

The theme of the 2025 Minnesota Vikings has been injuries. On Monday afternoon, head coach Kevin O'Connell told the media that edge rusher Jonathan Greenard

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17

Justin Jefferson defends J.J. McCarthy's controversial 'Nine' persona

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy probably regrets the comments he made on November 5, coming off of a big upset win over the Lions. Cameras had captured his intense glare in the visitor's locker room at Ford Field, as Kevin O'Connell prepared to give him a game ball.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 17

Insider identifies three potential trade suitors for Kyler Murray

Could these three teams pursue a Kyler Murray trade if the Cardinals decide to move on from the polarizing quarterback?

NFL Week 15 fantasy football takeaways: Jacoby Brissett shines again

Has Jonathan Gannon lost support of Cardinals players, ownership?

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Dallas Turner News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17

The Vikings' season may be fading, but Dallas Turner’s moment has arrived

In the midst of a disappointing season, second-year pass rusher Dallas Turner's development has been one of the few bright spots. Now, with star pass rusher Jonathan Greenard ruled out for the rest of the season, the Vikings will look to Turner to fill Greenard's shoes for the final three games.

Christian Darrisaw News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 17