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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 15
Vikings Outlast Giants: Here Are the 5 Things That Mattered in the Preseason Week 1 Win
The Vikings flew to New Jersey to take on the Giants in their first game of the preseason. The final score at MetLife Stadium was 13-10 in favor of the team from the Land of 10,000 Lakes, giving the Vikings a boost as they continue their exhibition slate.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 15
Myles Price stars, but Vikings lose Jamal Adams in preseason victory over Giants
After two weeks of practicing against teammates in training camp, the Vikings got their first chance to face another team and test themselves in live action as they kicked off the preseason on Saturday afternoon.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 15
Kyler Murray’s debut, Caleb Banks’ inconsistencies, and a breakout performance Vikings preseason win vs. Giants
The Minnesota Vikings kicked off the preseason in major fashion against the New York Giants with multiple standouts. In the 2026 preseason debut, the Minnesota Vikings found a way to get it done against the New York Giants by a score of 13-10.
J.J. McCarthy News / The Spun / August 15
JJ McCarthy Might Not Even Be Minnesota's Backup Quarterback This Season
There have certainly been worse quarterbacks in NFL history than Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy, but things have gone downhill fast for the former national champion.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
NFL players' push for grass should grow stronger after Jamal Adams MetLife Stadium injury
NFL players have been making a strong push for the league's 32 stadiums to all move to natural grass, and that push should only get louder and stronger following the preseason injury to Jamal Adams on Saturday.
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.
Jamal Adams News / Field Level Media / August 15
Vikings' Jamal Adams carted off field vs. Giants
Three-time Pro Bowl defender Jamal Adams was carted off the field in his first game with the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday. The team has not announced details about the injury.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / August 15
Vikings’ New Defender Carted Off After Preseason Injury
Minnesota Vikings safety Jamal Adams left Saturday’s preseason contest early after sustaining an injury, raising fresh worries for a defense still integrating its newest veteran.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 15
Highly anticipated Vikings acquisition may have just become the latest victim in MetLife turf controversy
Once you get into live preseason games, injuries are more likely to occur, and the Minnesota Vikings had their first. The first preseason game for the Minnesota Vikings is underway, and they already have their first major injury.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 15
3 Vikings’ Position Battles to Watch Out for in Their Matchup Against the Giants
The Vikings have had plenty of position battles going on during camp, none bigger than the quarterback battle that recently ended with the promotion of Kyler Murray to the starting quarterback position, leaving J.J.
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 15
What to expect from the starters in the Vikings' preseason opener
It's been more than seven months since the Minnesota Vikings last played a game, but the drought ends Saturday at 12 p.m. CT when they face the New York Giants in the preseason opener for both teams.
Kyler Murray News / TWSN / August 15
Kyler Murray Will Guide the Minnesota Vikings to a Deep NFL Playoffs Run
It has been announced this week that Kyler Murray has earned the starting quarterback role with the Minnesota Vikings. In all fairness, it would have been hard to doubt his supremacy during the training camp because there was no contest there.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 15
Vikings Rookies Who Will Stand Out the Most in Preseason Action vs. Giants
The Vikings play the Giants at noon local time for the team’s first bit of live action in the 2026 season as we begin the preseason. We’ve highlighted
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 15
One Vikings Veteran Whose Future Will Depend On His Preseason Week 1 Performance
This is the time of year when a strong showing at training camp or during the NFL preseason can make or break a player's future. For the Vikings, there are multiple players who will need to make a good impression to stick with the team or move up the depth chart.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 15
4 Vikings Players Fighting for a Roster Spot Who Need a Strong Performance vs. the Giants
The Vikings preseason is about to begin with a game against the Giants that will kick off a three-game stretch of exhibition games, followed by a bye week before the regular season starts on Sept.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 15
3 Vikings Rookies With the Most to Prove vs. Giants: Time to Find Out If the Claiborne Hype Is Real
After months of anticipation, preseason football is here for the Vikings. On Saturday, the Purple and Gold will take the field at MetLife Stadium against the Giants in an exhibition game that will showcase many young and inexperienced players.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 15
Dolphins’ perfect JJ McCarthy trade offer to Vikings after Kyler Murray’s QB battle win
The Minnesota Vikings have created one of the most intriguing quarterback situations of the 2026 NFL season by naming Kyler Murray their starter over JJ McCarthy.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 15
Buccaneers’ perfect JJ McCarthy trade offer to Vikings after Kyler Murray’s QB battle win
The Minnesota Vikings’ decision to name Kyler Murray their starting quarterback has instantly changed the NFL landscape around JJ McCarthy. Kevin O’Connell awarded Murray the QB1 job.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 14
The Most Important Player to Watch in the Vikings' Preseason Opener
Week 1 of the 2026 NFL preseason is set to kick off for the Vikings on Saturday when they play the Giants at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This is an opportunity for many players to make an impact, seize a 53-man roster spot, and prepare for the regular season.
Tai Felton News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 14
Tai Felton Is on Track to Be a Significant Vikings Contributor in 2026
As the Vikings prepare for Saturday's preseason opener, second-year wide receiver Tai Felton is one player a lot of fans will be monitoring. The Vikings used a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft to select Felton despite having other needs at the time.
Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / August 13
20 intriguing players to watch in the Vikings' preseason opener on Saturday
After two-plus weeks of training camp, the Vikings get to put the uniforms on and take on another team for the first time when they kick off their three-game preseason slate on Saturday.
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.
J.J. McCarthy 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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