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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 24

By Necessity, 1 Vikings Wide Receiver Needs to Get Demoted. Who is it Going to Be?

Justin Jefferson’s job is secure. Of that there is no doubt. A Vikings wide receiver is going to get demoted in Week 4; it’s not going to be Jefferson, so who is it going to be?

Carson Wentz News / Sporting News / September 24

Vikings QB Carson Wentz gets blunt message after Week 3 win

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell spoke highly of Carson Wentz during his appearance on the "The Pat McAfee Show."

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 23

Infamous Vikings Free Agent Bust Lands on IR

In 2023, the Minnesota Vikings acquired cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. in free agency, a player who has since emerged as a Pro Bowler under Brian Flores. The front office was also examining the market for some pass-rushing help, and they hoped to find it in Marcus Davenport, previously of the New Orleans Saints.

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 23

Kevin O’Connell Has “Dangerous Confidence” In 1 Young Viking

The Minnesota Vikings won the Week 3 contest against the Cincinnati Bengals, a team that has historically struggled in the State of 10,000 Lakes. Scores came from all angles, with two touchdown returns from corner Isaiah Rodgers, a pair of Jordan Mason runs, and a couple of endzone throws by Carson Wentz.

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J.J. McCarthy News / Sporting News / September 23

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell noncommittal on J.J. McCarthy's return when healthy

The Vikings head coach would not directly answer when asked about the former Michigan Wolverines' return.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 23

Minnesota Vikings make five roster moves ahead of 2 week European road trip

Over the next two weeks, the Minnesota Vikings will be leaving for a two-week road trip to Europe for two games in two separate countries against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin, Ireland, and the Cleveland Browns in London, England.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23

Vikings cut Tim Jones, Lucky Jackson; sign running back Corey Kiner

Minnesota's receiving core is back to full strength as the Vikings prepare for back-to-back overseas games. Meanwhile, the Vikings announced several roster moves on Tuesday, most notably that receiver Jordan Addison has completed his three-game suspension and is back on the 53-man roster and eligible to play on Sunday against the Steelers.

Jordan Addison News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23

Vikings Reinstate WR Jordan Addison Among Five Roster Moves

The Minnesota Vikings announced that WR Jordan Addison has been reinstated from his three-game suspension and is back on the 53-man roster. To make room, the team released WR Tim Jones.

Carson Wentz News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23

Kevin O'Connell compares Carson Wentz to a point guard after Vikings debut

Carson Wentz's numbers in his Vikings debut Sunday may not have jumped off the charts. However, his 129.8 QB rating was the second-highest in a game in his career, only behind a 45-30 win over the Jets in 2021 when he was quarterback of the Colts and posted a 134.3 rating.

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As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23

Adam Thielen’s slow start: What his role looks like with Jordan Addison back

Adam Thielen has only two catches for 26 yards in three games this season. He went without a catch in Week 1 against the Bears and in Week 3 against the Bengals.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 23

Somehow, Someway, Someday: Vikings’ Grand Plan Gets Put on Ice for a Little While Longer

The Vikings’ grand plan along the offensive line hasn’t yet come to fruition. So far, injuries have undermined the possibility. Kevin O’Connell delivered the very discouraging news on Monday, explaining that Minnesota’s 1st-Round guard would need some time off to heal his wrist.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 23

Could Vikings play Carson Wentz over healthy J.J. McCarthy?

Are Vikings prepared to play Carson Wentz over healthy J.J. McCarthy?

Quarterback Carson Wentz helped the Minnesota Vikings improve to 2-1 on the season via a 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3. Could he remain Minnesota's QB1 even when J.J. McCarthy is healthy?

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 23

The idea of the Vikings sitting J.J. McCarthy already is beyond reckless and would reek of an Anthony Richardson-style malpractice

Not even 24 hours after the Minnesota Vikings beat the Cincinnati Bengals by a score of 48-10, head coach Kevin O'Connell was asked at Monday afternoon's press conference if he would 100% commit to starting J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23

Did Kevin O’Connell avoid committing to J.J. McCarthy as Vikings starter?

Did Kevin O'Connell really decline to commit to J.J. McCarthy as the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback once he's ready to return from a high ankle sprain?

J.J. McCarthy News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy to miss Week 4 game vs. Steelers

Minnesota’s relief option will receive at least one more start, with Kevin O’Connell confirming Carson Wentz will be at the controls for the Vikings’ Ireland game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Donovan Jackson News / Field Level Media / September 22

Vikings G Donovan Jackson (wrist) out two games after surgery

Vikings rookie left guard Donovan Jackson played through a wrist injury in Minnesota's game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday in Minneapolis, then underwent surgery to repair the injury on Monday in Los Angeles.

Isaiah Rodgers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 22

Kevin O’Connell fired up to give game ball to Isaiah Rodgers

The Minnesota Vikings took care of business on Sunday. Minnesota absolutely destroyed Cincinnati 48-10 in a game that was decided during the second quarter.

Will Reichard News / 5 GOATs / September 21

Will Reichard nails 62-yard field goal for career best for Minnesota Vikings

Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard capped off an epic first half with a career-long 62-yard field goal. The former Alabama place kicker put the Vikings up 34-3 over the Cincinnati Bengals through 30 minutes of action.