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Minnesota Vikings potential trade for RB Jonathan Taylor creates salary cap issues, but not in the way you believe

We all know that the Minnesota Vikings are likely to be aggressive at the NFL trade deadline, but the salary cap creates issues. The NFL trade deadline is coming up, and the Minnesota Vikings are likely to be aggressive in targeting improvements on the roster.

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Reports: Vikings WR Jauan Jennings against possible trade to 49ers

Minnesota wide receiver Jauan Jennings preferred to remain with the Vikings when his former team, the San Francisco 49ers, attempted to trade for him, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell reveals Kyler Murray injury after heartbreaking loss to Lions

The Minnesota Vikings’ perfect start to the season finally came to an end on Sunday as the team suffered its first loss of this season at the hands of the Detroit Lions.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Vikings most to blame for first loss of season vs. Lions

Coach Kevin O’Connell’s Minnesota Vikings are no longer undefeated after losing 19-15 to the division rival Detroit Lions in Motown, a game that caused the coach to take a moment to speak on Jack Campbell’s scary injury afterward.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

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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 / EasySportz / November 1

The Vikings Have a Major Problem, and It’s Getting Harder to Ignore

The Minnesota Vikings have plenty of talent on their roster, but one major question continues to surround the team: Can Kyler Murray consistently lead this offense?

Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / November 1

Minnesota’s Offense Is Holding This Team Back From Being a Contender

The Minnesota Vikings entered the season with high expectations and hopes of competing for a championship. However, after suffering their first loss of the season against the Detroit Lions, questions are beginning to emerge about whether this offense is good enough to make a serious playoff run.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / November 1

Vikings-Lions had several iffy calls and a questionable punt decision

There’s a lot to unpack from the Vikings’ first loss of the season, a 19-15 defeat against the Lions on Sunday at Ford Field in downtown Detroit. The Vikings’ offense is broken, and no one seems to have answers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

Vikings Week 8 Report Card: Grading Every Position After Sunday's Heartbreaking Lions Loss

The Vikings handed their first loss of the season in Detroit, and it came in the most predictable way possible. Once again, the Vikings' offense was unable to muster much, leaving the defense to handle all the heavy lifting.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / November 1

The Vikings Say They're Sticking With Kyler Murray After a Hamstring Scare in Detroit, but Carson Wentz Has Already Won Two Games Filling In

Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said Kyler Murray played through hamstring tightness in Sunday’s 19-15 loss at Detroit, and the team is standing by its starter heading into a Monday night home game against the Buffalo Bills, even though Carson Wentz won both games he played in Murray’s place in September.

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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.

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Kyler Murray News / A to Z Sports / November 1

Vikings QB Kyler Murray’s struggles vs. Lions may have an answer, but it doesn’t explain everything

Kyler Murray was inconsistent again in Minnesota’s loss to Detroit, but one detail from Kevin O’Connell may matter more than the stat line. The Minnesota Vikings suffered a tough 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon, and quarterback Kyler Murray is once again at the center of the conversation.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Vikings' Biggest Question Heading Into Week 9 Following Loss to Lions

The Minnesota Vikings have not been a complete team this season. While they took a 6-0 record into their Week 8 game against the Detroit Lions, they were basically getting the job done with their defense and special teams.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / November 1

Justin Jefferson declines to speak to media after Vikings’ loss to Lions

Following the game, the former Offensive Player of the Year declined to speak to the media.

Final unbeaten falls: Lions stifle Vikings to hand NFC North foes first loss

Vikings WR Jauan Jennings Nixed Trade Back To 49ers

Vikings Remain Bullish On QB Kyler Murray

The 'Active 110-receiving-yard games' quiz

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

3 Biggest Vikings Takeaways as Perfect Season Ends With 19-15 Loss to Lions in Week 8

Twenty-six years. That’s how long it’s been since your Vikings were 7-0 to start a season. With doubts swirling around the sustainability of their season and trade rumors abundant, the Vikings journeyed to the Motor City for a crucial NFC North matchup with the Lions.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Ranking top 3 Vikings most likely to be dealt at 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have little reason to reconsider their quarterback situation as the NFL trade deadline approaches on November 10. Despite speculation about potential reunions with Kirk Cousins or Daniel Jones, reports from Tom Pelissero and Adam Schefter indicate that neither move is realistic.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings WR Jauan Jennings Nixed Trade Back To 49ers

Wide receiver Jauan Jennings’ market did not develop as expected this offseason, and he settled for a one-year, $8MM deal with the Vikings in early May.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings Remain Bullish On QB Kyler Murray

The Colts are at the epicenter of this year’s trade deadline frenzy, as they have already dealt Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner and are entertaining discussions regarding RB Jonathan Taylor .

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 1

3 Dream Vikings Trade Targets to Help Go on a Potential Super Bowl Run

Now that the Vikings are the NFL's last undefeated team as of Sunday afternoon, expectations are high for the Purple and Gold this season. An NFC North crown and a playoff appearance would be great, but the Super Bowl must be the goal.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / November 1

Jauan Jennings, Jonathan Taylor and the latest Vikings Sunday trade rumors

Just 10 days and two games separate the Minnesota Vikings from the NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline, and the latest on Sunday morning suggests that Minnesota remains interested in Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, while wide receiver Jauan Jennings might be expendable.

Zygi Wilf News / Athlon Sports / November 1

In 2005, Zygi Wilf paid $600 million for the Minnesota Vikings; the team is now valued at $8.25 billion

The Minnesota Vikings’ ownership story began with a promise to keep the team at home. In May 2005, NFL owners unanimously approved a $600 million sale to an investment group led by New Jersey real estate developer Zygi Wilf.

Jonathan Taylor News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Vikings Get Concerning Jonathan Taylor Update Before Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have built one of the league’s most impressive starts at 6-0, sitting atop the NFC with a defense that has been nearly impenetrable.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Vikings Interested In RB, TE Trades

The Vikings are the NFL’s lone remaining undefeated team. An addition or two prior to the trade deadline would certainly come as no surprise. First-year general manager Nolan Teasley has been aggressive in calling about trade targets, Amazon Prime’s James Palmer reported during this week’s Thursday Night Football broadcast (video link).

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 31

3 Vikings Who Can Still Be Traded Despite Being in Buy-Now Mode

The Minnesota Vikings are a team that is likely to be active around the trade deadline. Being the only undefeated team in the league means the team is on track to make the postseason and hopefully make a deep run.