Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / April 30

J.J. McCarthy: Justin Jefferson is so special, I can't wait to work with him every day

While being a first-year starter isn't easy, Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy does get the benefit of playing with one of the league's best receivers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Vikings Offensive Star Named Winner in Fantasy Football After Draft

The Minnesota Vikings made five selections in the 2025 NFL Draft that impacted not only the franchise’s roster depth but also fans off the field. Minnesota selected three offensive and two defensive players during the three-day event.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 30

Vikings signing Andrew Van Ginkel to extension sends firm message about the future of Dallas Turner and it's not what you think

The Minnesota Vikings made some waves on Tuesday afternoon. First, they had quarterback J.J. McCarthy and three other players speak to the media after practice at OTAs.

Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / April 30

Can you guess this Vikings center in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Vikings player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Vikings fans! We’re back for another day of the Daily Norseman in-5 daily trivia game.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

J.J. McCarthy News / ESPN / April 30

'He wants to lead this team': Vikings hope J.J. McCarthy is last piece of offseason roster puzzle

McCarthy is healthy and should benefit from a well-rounded roster and an emphasis on the run game.

NFL Draft News

One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited

Insider names frontrunner in Browns' QB competition after drafting Shedeur Sanders

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 30

Way too early Minnesota Vikings depth chart shows multiple rookie have chance to make bold statement this summer

The Minnesota Vikings are currently going through the first stage of OTAs where players are starting to take the practice field for the first time. The excitement was real going into the NFL Draft, and it's getting stronger afterward.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / April 30

Josh Metellus: J.J. McCarthy's poise, energy are very special

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy feels ready to take over the starting job after recovering from the knee injury that wiped out his rookie season and his teammates appear to agree that McCarthy has what it takes to handle the job.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 30

Why Vikings players are 'all behind' McCarthy being QB1

Why Vikings players are 'all behind' J.J. McCarthy being QB1

While he hasn't been named the Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback yet, all signs indicate J.J. McCarthy will be 'the guy' in 2025.

McCarthy sends strong message about whether he's ready to start in 2025

Lucrative Andrew Van Ginkel extension could put this player on Vikings' back-burner

Could Vikings eventually give Kirk Cousins an escape from Falcons?

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

The 'Quarterbacks sacked most times in an NFL Wild Card game' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 29

Vikings Are Already Working on the Next Contract Extension

Earlier on Tuesday, the Minnesota Vikings rewarded one of their top players by giving him a pay raise and a contract extension for another season. Andrew Van Ginkel, the standout pass rusher, is now under contract for two more seasons and scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in 2027.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 29

Vikings Take Care of a Major Offseason Item

Last offseason, the Vikings had to completely overhaul their pass rush. Star rusher and, to that point, career-Viking Danielle Hunter departed in free agency, and with him left D.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 29

Minnesota Vikings are set to host a familiar name for rookie minicamp that will bring back nostalgia for fans everywhere

The Minnesota Vikings have had a great track record in recent years with undrafted free agents. Since general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah took over before the 2022 NFL Draft, the Vikings have had eight undrafted free agents 2022: EDGE Luiji Vilain 2023: LB Ivan Pace Jr.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / April 29

Reports: Vikings signing LB Andrew Van Ginkel to $23M extension

The Minnesota Vikings signed Pro Bowl linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to a contract extension on Tuesday, with multiple reports saying it was a one-year, $23 million extension through the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 29

Vikings Can Now Re-Sign an Old Friend if They Still Want to

In 2023, Minnesota’s draft class was headlined by star receiver Jordan Addison, who has been every bit as good as promised and has become a wonderful complement for Justin Jefferson.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Andrew Van Ginkel Inks Massive Extension with Minnesota Vikings

The move from the Miami Dolphins to the Minnesota Vikings continues to pay off for Andrew Van Ginkel. After spending five seasons with the Dolphins, the former Wisconsin football linebacker has found his stride in Minneapolis. Last offseason, Van Ginkel signed a two-year, $20 million deal with Minnesota.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Vikings Extend Pro Bowl Defender With $23 Million Reward

The Minnesota Vikings ensured they kept a key member of their defense for an extra year because of his Pro Bowl-worthy performance in 2024. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Vikings and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel agreed on a one-year, $23 million extension on Tuesday.

Vikings give rookie camp invite to son of franchise legend

He had 143 catches for 1,692 yards and 16 touchdowns, plus a rushing TD, over his Maine career.

Vikings agree to extension with LB Andrew Van Ginkel

Could Vikings eventually give Kirk Cousins an escape from Falcons?

NFC draft grades: What teams earned an 'A' besides Giants?

Beginner's luck: Rookie NFL QBs who led their teams to the postseason

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Vikings give Pro Bowler a $23 million contract extension

The Minnesota Vikings had a phenomenal regular season in 2024. They went 14-3, finished second in the NFC North, but lost to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card Round.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 29