Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

J.J. McCarthy News / The Daily Norseman / August 1

Training Camp Week 1: Defense Dominates, McCarthy Faces Fire

Dive into the Minnesota Vikings’ explosive first week of 2025 training camp, where Brian Flores’ defense is obliterating the offense, sparking debates on J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / August 1

ESPN Names Vikings’ Coaching Staff as NFL’s Best

Because why wouldn’t they? The NFL preseason has officially gotten underway, and that means we’re almost out of list-a-mania season. But there’s one last set of rankings we want to highlight because, well, it’s pretty good for the Minnesota Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / August 1

Can you guess this Vikings running back 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 Minnesota Vikings fans!

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T.J. Hockenson News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 31

TJ Hockenson 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook

TJ Hockenson is usually one of the first tight ends taken in fantasy football drafts. After an ACL and MCL tear, though, he was forced to miss much of last season.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 31

3 Pleasant Surprises of Vikings Training Camp

Training camp kicked off for the Minnesota Vikings last week. In only seven practices, we’ve already learned some things about this year’s Vikings. Not everything is going smoothly in camp, but there are various positive developments.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 31

Former Vikings Playmaker Hangs ‘Em Up

Long before Aaron Jones was hired to restore Minnesota’s rushing attack, the Vikings employed a scary trio to do that job. Jerick McKinnon was already on the team when the franchise signed Latavius Murray in free agency.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / July 31

Kevin O’Connell’s Offensive Scheme and What’s Next

A new quarterback and other new personnel could result in some changes this season We often talk about Brian Flores and his defense when we talk about Minnesota Vikings’ schemes, but Kevin O’Connell gets a lot of praise for his play design and play calling ability too.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / July 31

Vikings Sign OL Matt Nelson

Another minor roster move for the purple The Minnesota Vikings have made another minor roster move as we make our way through training camp, this one to bolster the depth on the offensive line.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Minnesota Vikings make off-day roster move to bulk up the offensive line ahead of first preseason game

With the injuries to Christian Darrisaw and Will Fries, the backups are getting more playing time during the early portions of training camp. As we get

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 31

Vikings Swap 1 Tall Human Being for Another

After weeks of leaving the waiver wire alone, GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has started to make some moves during this year’s training camp. On Wednesday, he waived linebacker Max Tooley to make room for safety Gervarrius Owens.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 31

Vikings sign former Lions OT, waive rookie defensive lineman

The Vikings have signed veteran offensive tackle Matt Nelson and waived rookie defensive lineman Alexander Williams with an injury designation, they announced on Thursday.

Matt Nelson News / Pro Football Talk / July 31

Vikings sign OL Matt Nelson

The Vikings signed veteran offensive lineman Matt Nelson, the team announced Thursday. In a corresponding move, the Vikings waived rookie defensive lineman Alexander Williams with an injury designation.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Vikings Sign OL Matt Nelson

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed OL Matt Nelson to a contract. In correspondence, the Vikings have waived DL Alexander Williams with an injury designation.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 31

Three Vikings earn top-10 ratings at their positions in Madden NFL 26

The Vikings have just three top-10 players at their position, according to the ratings in EA's new Madden NFL 26 video game. As revealed on the video games' Twitter account, safety Harrison Smith and tight end T.J.

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Sam Howell News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Minnesota Vikings Training Camp: Do they have a problem at backup quarterback with Sam Howell?

Going into the 2025 offseason, the quarterback position was the hot topic. Initially, the conversation was centered on who would be the starting quarterback, and is is smart to give it to J.J.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Ahead of Hall of Fame induction, Jared Allen makes bold statement about NFL record that's rightfully his

The Minnesota Vikings have a storied history on the defensive line, and edge rusher Jared Allen is the latest to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame, as he gets inducted this weekend in Canton, Ohio.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 31

Former Vikings Fan Favorite Hired By AFC Team

In the 2022 season, the Minnesota Vikings attempted to pair veteran Patrick Peterson with a bunch of young cornerbacks. Rookies Akayleb Evans and Andrew Booth Jr.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Minnesota Vikings’ biggest reason to panic after start of 2025 NFL training camp

As the Minnesota Vikings launch into the 2025 NFL training camp under the blazing Eagan sun, fans and analysts alike are locked in on a new era. There’s optimism in the air, a Super Bowl-caliber defense, top-tier offensive weapons, and the intrigue surrounding rookie quarterback J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 31

There’s a Sweet Development in Vikings Training Camp

Injuries are, unfortunately, part of any sport, and football players suffer severe injuries at an alarming rate. Like all athletes, they just want to be out there with their teammates, but sometimes, rehab takes center stage.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 31

What J.J. McCarthy is focusing on during first training camp as starter

What Vikings' J.J. McCarthy is focusing on during first training camp as starter

McCarthy addressed his experiences and goals amid his first training camp.

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Justin Jefferson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell shares level of concern for Justin Jefferson’s Week 1 availability.

The Minnesota Vikings have taken a cautious approach during training camp after star wide receiver Justin Jefferson sustained a minor hamstring strain last Thursday during practice.

Minnesota Vikings News / Total Apex Sports / July 29

Minnesota Vikings Jeff Okudah Turning Heads At Training Camp

The Minnesota Vikings are looking to re-establish their defensive identity in 2025, and one of the surprises of training camp so far has been Jeff Okudah.

Justin Jefferson News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Vikings Receive Positive Update on Justin Jefferson's Hamstring Injury

Minnesota Vikings hit a roadblock last week when superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson suffered an injury only a few days into the training camp. The 26-year-old expressed some discomfort and tightness in his left hamstring, and further evaluation revealed a very mild left hamstring strain.

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / July 28

How McCarthy 'has checked critical boxes early on' in training camp

How Vikings' J.J. McCarthy 'has checked critical boxes early on' in training camp

Those running the Vikings took somewhat of a gamble when they decided to trust that McCarthy would be ready to win meaningful games in September after he spent his entire rookie season recovering from a meniscus repair.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 26